Labor Relations Specialist Jobs

A Labor Relations Specialist is a professional within the human resources industry who is responsible for implementing labor relations programs, managing labor contracts, and upholding labor laws in the workplace. Their job involves negotiating collective bargaining agreements, handling grievances, mediating disputes, and providing advice to management on labor matters. They are also tasked with interpreting and administering employees' contracts while ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations. The role requires a deep understanding of labor laws, strong negotiation skills, excellent communication abilities, and a solid grasp of industrial relations.

Before becoming a Labor Relations Specialist, a person may have held roles such as Human Resources Assistant, Human Resources Specialist, or Labor Relations Consultant. These roles typically involve gaining experience in dealing with labor relations, managing employee relations, and understanding labor contract compliance. Essential skills for a Labor Relations Specialist include problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict resolution abilities, as well as a keen attention to detail. They should ideally hold a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or a related field, with some positions also requiring a master's degree. In terms of certification, the Labor Relations Certification from the National Labor Relations Board could be beneficial, while certification from the Society for Human Resource Management may also be desired.

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Employee Relations Specialist

  • Herndon, VA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 2 hours ago

Strong understanding of employment law, compliance, and ER best practices. Experience presenting findings and recommendations to all levels of leadership, including those with dissenting opinions....

Employee Relations Consultant (Hybrid in Buffalo, NY)

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 2 hours ago

The Employee Relations Consultant may be responsible for advising stakeholders on Employee Relations/management best practices, with the focus of resolving and/or preventing workplace conflicts....

Specialist, Employee Relations

  • IN
  • 6 hours ago
  • IN
  • 6 hours ago

Skills and Experience Confidential Investigations Employee Relations Employment Law HR Legal and Regulatory Environment Investigations Reports ER Advisory & Case Management HR: Policies, Standards and...

HR Employee Relations Specialist

  • Reston, VA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 11 hours ago

Strong understanding of employment law, compliance, and ER best practices. Experience presenting findings and recommendations to all levels of leadership, including those with dissenting opinions....

Employee Relations Consultant

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 11 hours ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 11 hours ago

Relations Conflict Resolution Service Now Employee Relations Conflict Resolution Service Now...

Senior Specialist, Employee Relations & Investigations

  • Chicago, IL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 18 hours ago

In this position The Senior Specialist, Employee Relations, working without any appreciable supervision, is responsible for the resolution of employee relations issues, such as conflicts, disputes,...

Employee Relations Specialist

  • Warren, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Warren, MI
  • 1 day ago

relations issues to ensure consistency in applying company policies and federal, state, and local employment laws + Administer company correspondence for high-volume unemployment claims and represent...

Labor Relations Specialist

  • Albany, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 1 day ago

Labor Relations Specialist STARTING SALARY: $73,409, PURSUANT TO THE RULES OF THE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT JOB SUMMARY : Under the direct supervision of a Regional Director, the Labor Relations...

Employee Relations Consultant

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

This position reports directly to the AMR, Employee Relations Lead....

Labour and Employee Relations Coordinator - Full-time

  • Niagara Falls, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Niagara Falls, ON
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: The Labour and Employee Relations Coordinator provides a wide variety of labour and employee relations support to the Senior Director of Labour and Employee Relations and all Labour and...

HR Labor Relations Analyst - The Energy Center

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago

Run and analyze reports for each location for review/discussion with HR Managers as needed Run license pay and other reports and audit for compliance Unemployment claims and hearing (via telephone)...

Employee Relations Specialist (On-site - Acton, MA)

  • Acton, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Acton, MA
  • 1 day ago

Minimum of 5-8 years of employee relations experience. Strong understanding of HR policies, procedures, and employment law. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills....

Employee Relations Consultant

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

This position reports directly to the AMR, Employee Relations Lead....

Strategic Employee Relations Consultant Strategic Employ Relations

  • Arlington, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 1 day ago

Strategic Employee Relations Consultant Strategic Employee Relations Consultant – Strategic Employ Relations Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together Work location: This is a hybrid...

Labour and Employee Relations Coordinator - Full-time

  • Brantford, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Brantford, ON
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: The Labour and Employee Relations Coordinator provides a wide variety of labour and employee relations support to the Senior Director of Labour and Employee Relations and all Labour and...

Labor Relations Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Labor Relations (ILRHRC17)
This certificate program is designed for management and union representatives new to labor relations who need to learn the basics. The program focuses on two key aspects of labor relations:...
Labor Relations for Human Resources
The day has comeunion officials are now able to represent your employees. The workforce voted to unionize! Now what? Taking on the task of developing and maintaining a collective bargaining...
Basic Labor Relations (OnDemand)
Learn the fundamentals of collective bargaining and the rights and responsibilities of employees, management, and unions in the federal labor relations process. Content is enriched with video...

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Salary for Labor Relations Specialist Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Labor Relations Specialists offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.4%
Master's Degree
34.5%
Associate's Degree
5.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.7%
Doctorate Degree
4.5%
High School or GED
4.4%
Some College
1.2%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Labor Relations Specialists
2-4 years
35.0%
10+ years
20.0%
4-6 years
15.0%
1-2 years
10.0%
8-10 years
10.0%
6-8 years
5.0%
Less than 1 year
5.0%



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