Senior Employee & Labor Relations Representative

• May provide guidance to lower level employees.
• Develop, research, and analyze information to support Human Resource policies and procedures.
• Aid in the development, maintenance, and production of monthly, quarterly, or annual reports as required.
• Partner with UAW to facilitate joint program activities.
• Administer activities related to Employee/Labor Relations programs, including Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), unemployment, litigation, retention, termination, turnover, union relations, grievance handling and severance issues.
• Maintain professional knowledge in area of expertise through conferences, professional publications and seminars.
• Utilize corporate and employee policies and procedures to resolve complex employee and management inquiries that arise as a result of daily work routines.
• May assist in contract negotiations, preparation, and execution.
• Identify, analyze, and develop solutions to business problems.
• Interpret collective bargaining agreements as well as federal and state legislation.
• May assist in conducting difficult employee counseling sessions regarding EEO charges, Americans with Disabilities Act, performance, termination, and other topics.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Other related skills and/or abilities may be required to perform this job.
• Five (5) years experience in Human Resources or related area.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem resolution, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable Human Resources laws (i.e., ERISA, FMLA, FLSA, OSHA, etc.).
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management or related area preferred.