Human Resource Manager

LHH is seeking a Human Resources Manager with Union Experience!

Locations: East Bay, CA (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience

About the Opportunity

A well-established nonprofit organization serving a diverse workforce across multiple locations is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead employee relations, labor relations, policy development, compliance, and HR operations. This role is a strategic partner to leadership and plays a critical role in fostering a positive workplace culture while ensuring compliance with employment laws and collective bargaining agreements.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with executive leadership on employee relations, workplace investigations, and conflict resolution.
• Lead and support labor relations initiatives, including collective bargaining preparation, negotiations, contract administration, and union-management collaboration.
• Develop, update, and implement HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook content.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and organizational policies.
• Oversee workers' compensation, accommodations, leave administration, and return-to-work programs.
• Supervise and mentor HR staff while supporting day-to-day HR operations.
• Collaborate with leadership on performance management, employee engagement, retention, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Assist with HR reporting, audits, and regulatory requirements.
• Deliver training and guidance to managers on employee relations, labor relations, and HR best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in:
  • Union negotiations and labor relations
  • Employee relations and workplace investigations
  • HR policy development and implementation
• Strong knowledge of California employment law, labor relations, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Experience managing disciplinary actions, grievances, conflict resolution, and compliance matters.
• Previous experience supervising HR staff and supporting HR operations.
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and presentation skills.
• Advanced proficiency with HRIS systems, Microsoft Excel, and reporting tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.
• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, PHR, or comparable HR certification.
• Experience in a nonprofit, healthcare, social services, government, or other unionized environment.
• Strong facilitation, training, and change management experience.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a hands-on HR leader who excels in employee relations, labor negotiations, policy development, and compliance. They will bring strong business judgment, the ability to navigate complex workplace issues, and a collaborative approach to partnering with employees, leadership, and union representatives.

Key Skills

• Labor Relations & Collective Bargaining
• Employee Relations & Investigations
• Policy Development & Compliance
• Performance Management
• Workers' Compensation & Leave Administration
• HR Operations Leadership
• Conflict Resolution
• Training & Development
• Strategic HR Partnerships
• California Employment Law

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• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
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Pay Details: $137,000.00 to $202,000.00 per year

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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