Job Description

Sr. Employee Labor Relations Representative

This position is based out of our Grand Rapids location. Occasional travel to our Detroit office will be required.

Under minimal supervision, administer Employee and Labor Relations programs. Mitigate risk through the consistent and equitable application of policies, procedures, collective bargaining agreements, federal and state employment laws and regulations.

• Utilize corporate and employee policies and procedures to resolve complex employee and management inquiries that arise as a result of daily work routines.
• Identify, analyze, and develop solutions to business problems.
• Conduct grievance and investigative interviews and draw logical conclusions of fact.
• Develop, research, and analyze information to support Human Resource policies and procedures.
• Interpret collective bargaining agreements as well as federal and state legislation.
• Administer activities related to Employee and Labor Relations programs, including Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), unemployment, litigation, retention, termination, turnover, union relations, grievance handling and severance issues.
• May assist in conducting difficult employee counseling sessions regarding EEO charges, Americans with Disabilities Act, performance, termination, and other topics.
• Maintain professional knowledge in area of expertise through conferences, professional publications and seminars.
• Partner with UAW to facilitate joint program activities.
• May assist in contract negotiations, preparation, execution, and implementation.
• May provide guidance to leaders and lower level employees.
• Aid in the development, maintenance, and production of monthly, quarterly, or annual reports as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management or related area preferred.
• Five (5) years experience in Human Resources or related area.
• Experience in a union environment is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem resolution, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable Human Resources laws (i.e., ERISA, FMLA, FLSA, OSHA, NLRA, etc.).
• Other related skills and/or abilities may be required to perform this job.

• Ability to travel to Detroit as necessary.