Labor Relations - Consultant, Sr, or Principal

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for. The job summary below and responsibilities reflect the Principal Labor Relations level role. The successfully chosen candidate will be placed at a level that is commensurate with their skills and experience as different skills and/or experience will be required at the consultant, senior and principal levels. Position Summary Provide strategic direction to various Operating Company Leadership and interface with Union Executives for the purpose of negotiating labor agreements and interpretation of corporate policies. Serves as Lead Negotiator for interim and general Labor Agreements as well as grievance and arbitration resolutions. Primary responsibility for corporate compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations pertaining to employee/labor relations. Assumes a leadership role in balancing consultant workload and manages the implementation of systematic processes to improve workforce relations products and services. Provide strategic direction, guidance and consultation to business unit leaders that improve overall effectiveness of the business and ensure alignment of Workforce Relations and business unit strategies processes and practices. Essential Responsibilities Develops and manages strategies to achieve corporate goals and initiatives for agreements and solutions to business needs (Business Unit) which may include brokering of services to internal/external vendors, direct services and/ or referral to appropriate Xcel experts. Responsible for managing an effective and collaborative working relationship between the local union and Business Unit company management assuring alignment with the Xcel Energy Labor Strategy. Strategically coordinating and overseeing the Company's managerial activities regarding union organizing drives. Manages the implementation of the Company’s response to such activity. Serves as Lead Negotiator for large interim agreements. Works independently to provide expert testimony and research services on company policy, employment and labor law, bargaining agreements in processing grievances, ULP charges, arbitrations and other litigation to minimize corporate liability and exposure. Provide overall direction in the development and implementation through specific cost avoidance analysis, forecasting analysis and cost benefit analysis for potential modifications to Labor Agreements. Direct, influence, guide and advise Company management (Business Unit specific) regarding interpretation and administration of collective bargaining agreements, letters of understandings and corporate policy. Responsible for conducting customer needs analysis regarding training requests from the various Business Units and assuring resource availability. Consultant Level Minimum Requirements Consultant Level ($73,700-$104,633) High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's degree in Industrial Relations, Human Resource Management, Business Administration preferred. 1-3 years of experience in workforce relations field. Knowledge of state, federal & local employment laws. Strong Communication, facilitation and presentation skills. Sr Level Minimum Requirements Sr Level ($84,900-$120,567) Bachelor's degree in Industrial Relations, Human Resources Management, Business Administration or equivalent education and/or experience. Five or more years of experience in workforce relations field.li> Knowledge of all Xcel Energy policies and programs, and state, federal & local employment laws, including the National Labor Relations Act. Demonstrated skills in conflict resolution, building internal consensus, and working with a diverse workforce. Demonstrated strong communication, presentation, facilitation and training skills with managers and other employees. Principal Level Minimum Requirements Principal Level ($97,600-$138,600) Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Relations, Human Resources Management, Business Administration or equivalent education and /or experience. 8 years of experience in Labor Relations, Employee Relations or management. 5 years’ experience working with bargaining unit employees. As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Benefits The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $73,700.00 to $138,600.00 per year. This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program Medical/Pharmacy Plan Dental Vision Life Insurance Dependent Care Reimbursement Account Health Care Reimbursement Account Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan) Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA) Transportation Reimbursement Account Short-term disability (STD) Long-term disability (LTD) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan) Tuition reimbursement Transit programs Employee recognition program Pension 401(k) plan Paid time off (PTO) Holidays Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO) Parental Leave Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. 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