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Labor Relations Generalist

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Consulting
    People, HR & Administration
  • Anchorage

AI generated summary

  • You need a bachelor’s degree in HR or related field and five years of labor relations experience, including contract administration and negotiations. Experience may substitute for education.
  • You will review contracts, support negotiations, manage grievance data, administer e-billing, assist with budgeting, schedule meetings, compile reports, and handle specialized inquiries.

Requirements

  • - Bachelor’s degree in human resources, finance, industrial relations, business administration or related business field, required.
  • - Five (5) years direct experience in labor relations, or related field, required. Experience must include labor contract administration, grievance procedures, contract negotiations, or experience supporting legal proceedings.
  • - Industrial/Labor Relations or related experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

  • Under the supervision Manager Labor Relations, review contracts and prepare initial summary and survey of contract provisions and other related research.
  • Administer files and contracts, maintain data entry required to support automated summary.
  • Provide bargaining support for contract negotiations, including costing work, attend bargaining, preparation of proposals, and draft agreements.
  • Support Association Grievance and Arbitration Database, including coordination with all HRMs monthly to confirm data is current and prepare reports for leadership.
  • Administer e-billing platform, including inputting new matters, reviewing invoices for compliance and communicate with outside vendors and internal stakeholders.
  • Support budgeting activities, including independent coordination of monthly and quarterly accruals process.
  • Schedule meetings and meeting arrangements.
  • Participate in projects on behalf of the LR team and coordinate activities across departments and administer follow up requests.
  • Compile information and data from various sources for specific departmental reports, and create reports, graphs, and data comparisons.
  • Manage inbound and outbound correspondence and respond to inquiries that require specialized knowledge.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Labor Relations Generalist position?

The main focus of the Labor Relations Generalist position is to assist in executing labor relations strategies, providing guidance in the negotiation and implementation of collective bargaining agreements, and supporting the day-to-day administration of the Labor Relations Team.

What are the key responsibilities of this position?

Key responsibilities include reviewing contracts, administering files, providing bargaining support, managing grievance and arbitration databases, overseeing e-billing, supporting budgeting activities, participating in projects, compiling reports, and managing correspondence.

What qualifications are required for the Labor Relations Generalist role?

A Bachelor’s degree in human resources, finance, industrial relations, business administration, or a related field is required, along with a minimum of five years of direct experience in labor relations or a related field.

Is there any supervisory responsibility associated with this position?

No, this position has no supervisory responsibility.

What kind of work environment can I expect in this role?

The work is performed in a standard office environment, with some travel to remote sites and occasional time required outside of typical working hours.

What are the competencies needed for the Labor Relations Generalist role?

Required competencies include knowledge of labor relations practices, interpersonal skills, analytical thinking, judgment and decision-making abilities, efficient project and time management skills, effective communication skills, and proficiency with computer software.

What type of benefits does Chugach Electric Association offer?

Chugach Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package including health benefits (medical, dental, vision), financial security (401K, pension, life insurance), and work-life balance support (vacation, paid holidays, employee assistance program).

Are there opportunities for career growth within Chugach Electric?

Yes, Chugach Electric prides itself on employee longevity and fosters an inclusive and innovative corporate environment, which can lead to career growth opportunities.

Does Chugach Electric promote equal employment opportunity?

Yes, Chugach Electric has a policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate individuals without regard to various classifications protected by law, and they are also an affirmative action employer.

What are the preferred experiences for the Labor Relations Generalist position?

Preferred experiences include labor contract administration, understanding grievance procedures, participating in contract negotiations, and supporting legal proceedings.

Chugach is Alaska's largest electric utility, providing power to nearly 92,000 members.

Energy
Industry
201-500
Employees
1948
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Chugach's corporate mission is to provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity through superior service and sustainable practices, powering the lives of our members. Chugach Electric Association is headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Anchorage itself sits at the base of the Chugach Mountains. The word "Chugach" comes from an Eskimo tribal name, which the Russians recorded as "Chugatz" or "Tchougatskoi". In 1898, U.S. Army Capt. W.R. Abercrombie spelled the name "Chugatch" and applied it to the mountains. Chugach is Alaska's largest electric utility, providing power to over 92,000 members from Anchorage to the northern Kenai Peninsula & from Whittier to Tyonek. Our nearly 460 employees all live and work in Alaska.