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Director of Labor Relations

Employer
Boston Public Schools
Location
Boston, MA, US
Salary
Competitive

Job Details

Boston Public Schools seeks a Director of Labor Relations

REPORTS TO: Chief Human Capital Officer

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Director of Labor Relations for Boston Public Schools (BPS) will provide vision and critical leadership to manage the Labor Relations function, in order to effectuate, excellent working relationships between management and labor while achieving the goals, and mission of Boston Public Schools.

The Director of Labor Relations will consult with administration on labor related issues including union negotiations, arbitrations, grievances, corrective actions and documentation. The Director will also maintain satisfactory labor-management relations with all BPS bargaining units; represent BPS in all collective bargaining and contract administration matters; administer grievance procedures, including arbitrations; assist all levels of management on labor matters; provide oversight personnel matters, investigations, policy review and maintenance and management of special projects; develop BPS mission-specific collective bargaining objectives that meet both administrative and academic related interests; work closely with the HR leadership team to provide guidance and consultation to ongoing programs embedded in collective bargaining agreements; participate in regular labor management meetings with various units; serve on a variety of labor management or related committees; draft BPS personnel policies and procedures documents consistent with BPS mission and applicable federal and state laws and regulations (DESE); develop effective strategies for staff development, in consultation with the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources; and other duties as assigned

RESPONSIBILTIES:

  • Direct, coordinate, supervise and evaluate labor relations staff in ensuring effective and productive, negotiations and labor-related litigation for the BPS; establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships.
  • Develop and implement excellent and transferable labor and employment training programming for all managerial personnel, both school based and centrally based.
  • Oversee, direct and supervise labor litigation for the BPS including, but not limited to all prohibited practice charges and other litigation proceedings at the Labor Relations Commission, arbitrations and labor-related court appeal proceedings, and manages a database of cases and matters.
  • Provide legal consultation to all school leaders and RC managers regarding performance evaluation process; and all employee labor relations issues; offer assistance to administrators and managers in implementing defensible policies and procedures having resultant legally proficient and acceptable evaluations.
  • Establish uniform and legally defensible protocol for conducting investigations, regarding employee matters and establishing procedures for disciplinary actions.
  • Establish formalized policies and procedures for labor related matters including litigation, hearing, and legal labor assistance within the purview of the Office of Labor Relations.
  • Research and analyze laws, regulations, policies, and precedent decisions to prepare for hearings and to determine conclusions.
  • Coordinate matters with City Hall Labor Relations and keep Citys Corporation Counsel informed as required.
  • Recommend the acceptance or rejection of claims, compromise settlements according to laws, regulations, policies, and precedent decisions.
  • Manage, evaluate and support department budget and staff.
  • Mediate and resolve conflicts between BPS and all labor unions. Manage informal labor management matters and complicated labor litigation.
  • Manage, prioritize and organize all hearings, hearing decisions regarding discipline and other related matters.
  • Supervise and coordinate all labor litigation with respect to arbitrations, Labor Relations Commission hearings, and court proceeding regarding labor litigation.
  • Hire, train, and evaluate Labor Relation's staff.
  • Supervise, manage and evaluate the performance of outside counsel and hearing officers for the quality of their work, meeting legal timelines and cost effectiveness.
  • Supervise and evaluate all student appeals for BPS.
  • Establish and maintain effective relationship with all labor unions and the BPS in order to create an excellent environment for both students and employees.

QUALIFICATIONS-REQUIRED:

  • Law Degree, Juris Doctor from accredited law school.
  • Admission to Massachusetts Bar
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience managing a Labor Relations Office in a complex unionized environment, preferably in public sector.
  • Minimum of 7 years experience in labor litigation, union negotiations and employment matters within a fast paced environment.
  • Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment

TERMS: Managerial, Tier E. This position is subject to the City of Boston residency requirement.

Please refer to www.bostonpublicschools.org/ohc (under "Employee Benefits and Policies") for more information on salary and compensation. Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step.

The Boston Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

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As the birthplace of public education in this nation, the Boston Public Schools is committed to transforming the lives of all children through exemplary teaching in a world-class system of innovative, welcoming schools. We partner with the community, families, and students to develop in every learner the knowledge, skill, and character to excel in college, career, and life.

Company info
Telephone
(617) 635-1550
Location
2300 Washington Street
Roxbury
MA
02119
United States

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