Director of Labor Relations

Role Description The Director of Labor Relations is a full-time, on-site role based in Stockton, CA, that operates under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, administer the labor relations function of the District, act as the District’s representative in meeting and negotiating with all bargaining representatives, and employee groups to recommend and administer the District employee relations policies and procedures, and perform other related duties as assigned. Represents the District as chief negotiator in contract negotiations in matters pertaining to the full scope of collective bargaining. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with bargaining units and others. Develop and recommend objectives and strategies for employee relations and collective bargaining. Maintain documentation and records for employee relation agreements, activities, and collective bargaining. Assist in the preparation of policy and regulations agreed upon in negotiations. Analyze and prepare Collective Bargaining Agreements, Side Letters, Memorandums of Undersanding, and/or Mediation or Grievance Agreement language. QualificationsPrinciples and practices of collective bargaining; collective bargaining planning, coordination and administration. Federal, state and district laws, rules, codes and regulations pertaining to personnel administration and employer-employee relations including equal employment opportunity. Grievance procedures including arbitration. School district policies and regulations. School district organization and operations. Strong oral and written communication skills. Benefits packages and compensation options. Laws, rules and regulations governing public school layoff procedures. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Operation of computer equipment and assigned software.