Director, Colleague & Labor Relations - LVHN

Director of Colleague and Labor Relations Provides strategic leadership, technical guidance, and consultation for managing all aspects of labor relations and employee relations, balancing colleague advocacy with organizational objectives while ensuring legal compliance and fostering a positive workplace culture. Responsibilities Support development and execution of employee and labor relations strategies aligned with organizational goals. Partner with senior leadership to address employee relations matters, workforce trends, and labor law considerations. Contribute to the design and implementation of policies and programs that promote fair treatment, engagement, and effective conflict resolution. Manage day-to-day labor relations activities, including collective bargaining support, contract administration, and union relationships. Serve as lead negotiator or key member of the negotiation team as appropriate. Oversee grievance and arbitration processes and maintain productive relationships with union representatives. Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws and agreements. Lead the employee relations function, including workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary processes. Establish and maintain consistent practices for addressing employee concerns, complaints, and performance issues. Partner with HR and business leaders to improve employee engagement and strengthen manager effectiveness. Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws and organizational policies. Identify potential employee relations risks and partner with legal and HR leadership to address complex issues. Support responses to agency inquiries and employment-related claims. Manage and develop an employee and labor relations team, providing guidance and coaching to HR business partners and managers. Support delivery of training on labor relations, conflict management, and employment law. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Management, Business or related field. 5 years of Employee and Labor Relations experience and 3 years of leading a team of employees. Knowledge of labor relations issues. Physical Demands Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use. Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Benefits Medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance. Short- and long-term disability. Flexible spending accounts. Retirement plans. Tuition assistance. Voluntary benefits providing group rates on insurance and discounts. Access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. Equal Employment Opportunity Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. #J-18808-Ljbffr