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Location : Tacoma, WA
Job Type: Career Service - Full Time
Job Number: 23-00919
Department: Human Resources
Division: Human Resources Labor Relations
Opening Date: 12/28/2023
Closing Date: 1/10/2024 11:00 PM Pacific
Description
This position is remote for those residing or relocating to Washington State. There are very occasional in-person meetings and in-person contract bargaining sessions.
The salary posted is for 2024.
Position Summary
Why It's a Great Opportunity: The Labor and Employee Relations Division of Human Resources (HR) is a dynamic and creative group of individuals that strive to provide professional and prompt service. You will delve into a wide variety of labor and employee relations activities as you negotiate the County's 20 labor contracts, advise and counsel managers and supervisors on matters pertaining to collective bargaining and Labor Relations activities, conduct investigations on allegations of employee misconduct and equal employment opportunity complaints, prepare corrective and disciplinary action, and consultation to managers on HR best practices.
Every day is different with new challenges, opportunities, and priorities, and your efforts in this role directly affect the quality and effectiveness of the workforce and management for business units throughout Pierce County!
Why It's a Great Department: The Pierce County Human Resources Department delivers innovative, specialized human resource services to help the County attract and retain a high performing, diverse workforce that creates a healthy work environment and a livable Pierce County. We provide a wide range of human resource management functions for all County departments and administer a comprehensive personnel management system. The successful applicant can look forward to joining a hard-working labor and employee relations team committed to meeting the highest principles of human resource services.
How to be Successful in the Role: Extensive knowledge of human resources principles in a union environment including progressive discipline and collective bargaining alongside excellent communication skills (written and oral) will be key. Partner this with the ability to remain flexible in an ever-evolving union environment and you are set to thrive on our dynamic team.
Throughout the training process you will meet with your supervisor regularly to discuss expectations and set goals for yourself as well as introduce you to the County's Administrative Guidelines, the County's labor contracts, and current policies and procedures. Pierce County offers professional development through LinkedIn Learning, the National Public Employer Labor Relations Association (NPELRA), and the Washington Public Employer Labor Relations Association (WAPELRA) throughout your career to ensure your success.
Your Future in this Role: You will partner with our Labor Relations team members to quickly get up to speed. In a short time, you will be a skilled County contributor on our Labor and Employee Relations team and a valued resource to managers and supervisors while building a solid level of respect and trust with your assigned clients and labor partnersYour work will directly impact your community and it offers a great foundation for future positions within the HR Department and Pierce County
Labor Relations Analyst 1
Qualifications
Labor Relations Analyst 1 - $81,991.62 - $104,206.39
Supplemental Information
To be considered for this opportunity please:
At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a great place to live, work, and raise a family?
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Pierce County offers a competitive benefits package that offers flexibility and peace of mind. We are proud to offer Employee Resource Groups, a focus on professional development in our , and a County Book Club.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of and , , staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Our benefits:
Vacation (Annual Leave)
After approximately six months, employees receive six days of vacation leave.
Since we value your experience, the amount of vacation you can accrue increases the longer you work with us. Vacation accrues on a bi-weekly basis for full-time employees as follows:
Vacation Accruals:
During years 1-3, 12 Days
During years 4-7, 16 Days
During years 8-13, 20 Days
During years 14-18, 23 Days
During years 19, 24 Days
During years 20, 25 Days
During years 21, 26 Days
During years 22, 27 Days
During years 23, 28 Days
During years 24, 29 Days
During years 25 & thereafter, 30 Days
A maximum of 45 days may be carried from one year into the next.
Pro-Rated for Part-Time based on % of 1.0 FTE.
Military Leave:
Pierce County has a proud history of supporting the armed forces and provides members of the armed forces with up to 21 days paid military leave per state fiscal year.
Holidays:
Some full-time employees are entitled to eleven paid holidays as follows:
New Year's Day - January 1
Martin Luther King, Jr's birthday - Third Monday in January
President's Day - Third Monday in February
Memorial Day - Last Monday in May
Juneteenth - June 19
Independence Day - July 4
Labor Day - First Monday in September
Veteran's Day - November 11
Thanksgiving Day - Fourth Thursday in November & Friday after
Christmas Day - December 25
Personal Holidays:
Regular full-time and regular part-time employees, and employees occupying limited duration positions, shall also receive two additional paid personal holidays. Paid personal holidays shall only accrue for those employees on County payroll as of January 1 of each year or the first work day following January 1 and must be taken during the calendar year in which it was accrued.
Furlough:
Some Pierce County employees may be designated to receive 10 "furlough" days per year in lieu of holidays. Furlough days are available for use on January 1 and must be scheduled and taken within the calendar year. Employees who leave employment with Pierce County must reimburse the employer for used furlough days based upon the number of remaining holidays.
Sick Leave:
Sick leave accrues on a bi-weekly basis, at the rate of one day per month.
Insurance Benefits:
Employees and families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with very affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout Pierce County. Employees are eligible to enroll each year in a flexible spending plan, which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care and dependent care expenses. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in supplemental life and long term disability insurance plans. To view premium rates, summary of benefit coverage, and other information, please visit the website.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation:
Pierce County employees are members of the State of Washington's Department of Retirement System (DRS) and depending on the position or previous DRS enrollment will be able to enroll in one of many programs DRS offers. For additional information, check out the web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Nationwide Deferred Compensation Plan. This is a supplemental retirement savings program that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security:
All Pierce County employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The county and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Miscellaneous Benefits:
Please visit website for more information.
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Location : Tacoma, WA
Job Type: Career Service - Full Time
Job Number: 23-00919
Department: Human Resources
Division: Human Resources Labor Relations
Opening Date: 12/28/2023
Closing Date: 1/10/2024 11:00 PM Pacific
Description
This position is remote for those residing or relocating to Washington State. There are very occasional in-person meetings and in-person contract bargaining sessions.
The salary posted is for 2024.
Position Summary
Why It's a Great Opportunity: The Labor and Employee Relations Division of Human Resources (HR) is a dynamic and creative group of individuals that strive to provide professional and prompt service. You will delve into a wide variety of labor and employee relations activities as you negotiate the County's 20 labor contracts, advise and counsel managers and supervisors on matters pertaining to collective bargaining and Labor Relations activities, conduct investigations on allegations of employee misconduct and equal employment opportunity complaints, prepare corrective and disciplinary action, and consultation to managers on HR best practices.
Every day is different with new challenges, opportunities, and priorities, and your efforts in this role directly affect the quality and effectiveness of the workforce and management for business units throughout Pierce County!
Why It's a Great Department: The Pierce County Human Resources Department delivers innovative, specialized human resource services to help the County attract and retain a high performing, diverse workforce that creates a healthy work environment and a livable Pierce County. We provide a wide range of human resource management functions for all County departments and administer a comprehensive personnel management system. The successful applicant can look forward to joining a hard-working labor and employee relations team committed to meeting the highest principles of human resource services.
How to be Successful in the Role: Extensive knowledge of human resources principles in a union environment including progressive discipline and collective bargaining alongside excellent communication skills (written and oral) will be key. Partner this with the ability to remain flexible in an ever-evolving union environment and you are set to thrive on our dynamic team.
Throughout the training process you will meet with your supervisor regularly to discuss expectations and set goals for yourself as well as introduce you to the County's Administrative Guidelines, the County's labor contracts, and current policies and procedures. Pierce County offers professional development through LinkedIn Learning, the National Public Employer Labor Relations Association (NPELRA), and the Washington Public Employer Labor Relations Association (WAPELRA) throughout your career to ensure your success.
Your Future in this Role: You will partner with our Labor Relations team members to quickly get up to speed. In a short time, you will be a skilled County contributor on our Labor and Employee Relations team and a valued resource to managers and supervisors while building a solid level of respect and trust with your assigned clients and labor partnersYour work will directly impact your community and it offers a great foundation for future positions within the HR Department and Pierce County
Labor Relations Analyst 1
- Serve as a member of the negotiating team and provide administrative support to the lead labor negotiator.
- Prepare notes of bargaining sessions, prepare materials needed for negotiations including County proposals and counter-proposals, research in preparation of bargaining, and process contracts through to implementation.
- May negotiate less complex contracts.
- Advise and counsel managers and supervisors regarding federal, state, and local labor laws, policies, and guidelines; current and emerging issues; and strategies for dealing with performance, collective bargaining, discipline, and grievances.
- Negotiate collective bargaining agreements which may include representing the County during the mediation process.
- Advise and counsel managers and supervisors regarding federal, state, and local labor laws, policies, and guidelines; current and emerging issues; and strategies for dealing with performance, collective bargaining, discipline, and grievances.
Qualifications
Labor Relations Analyst 1 - $81,991.62 - $104,206.39
- Two years of professional human resources management experience directly related to the duties of the position AND
- Bachelor's degree in human resource management, Labor Relations, public or business administration, or closely related field; OR
- Any additional professional experience or education that may substitute for the recruiting requirements on a year-for-year basis.
- Four years of experience directly related to the duties of the position is required AND
- A Bachelor's degree in human resource management, Labor Relations, public or business administration, or a closely related field OR
- Any equivalent combination of experience and education which indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
- As a condition of employment, you will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
- This position is remote for those residing or relocating to Washington State. There are occasional in-person meetings and in-person contract bargaining meetings.
Supplemental Information
To be considered for this opportunity please:
- Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to:
- Attach a resume and a cover letter (used as a writing sample).
- Be prepared to upload 3 current references with one being a manager/supervisor current or past. References will only be contacted with your permission if you are the selected candidate after the interview process.
- If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at PCHRRecruit@piercecountywa.gov and specify the Job Number and Title.
- If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
- Individuals needing accommodation in the application and testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days before the need.
At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a great place to live, work, and raise a family?
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Pierce County offers a competitive benefits package that offers flexibility and peace of mind. We are proud to offer Employee Resource Groups, a focus on professional development in our , and a County Book Club.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of and , , staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Our benefits:
Vacation (Annual Leave)
After approximately six months, employees receive six days of vacation leave.
Since we value your experience, the amount of vacation you can accrue increases the longer you work with us. Vacation accrues on a bi-weekly basis for full-time employees as follows:
Vacation Accruals:
During years 1-3, 12 Days
During years 4-7, 16 Days
During years 8-13, 20 Days
During years 14-18, 23 Days
During years 19, 24 Days
During years 20, 25 Days
During years 21, 26 Days
During years 22, 27 Days
During years 23, 28 Days
During years 24, 29 Days
During years 25 & thereafter, 30 Days
A maximum of 45 days may be carried from one year into the next.
Pro-Rated for Part-Time based on % of 1.0 FTE.
Military Leave:
Pierce County has a proud history of supporting the armed forces and provides members of the armed forces with up to 21 days paid military leave per state fiscal year.
Holidays:
Some full-time employees are entitled to eleven paid holidays as follows:
New Year's Day - January 1
Martin Luther King, Jr's birthday - Third Monday in January
President's Day - Third Monday in February
Memorial Day - Last Monday in May
Juneteenth - June 19
Independence Day - July 4
Labor Day - First Monday in September
Veteran's Day - November 11
Thanksgiving Day - Fourth Thursday in November & Friday after
Christmas Day - December 25
Personal Holidays:
Regular full-time and regular part-time employees, and employees occupying limited duration positions, shall also receive two additional paid personal holidays. Paid personal holidays shall only accrue for those employees on County payroll as of January 1 of each year or the first work day following January 1 and must be taken during the calendar year in which it was accrued.
Furlough:
Some Pierce County employees may be designated to receive 10 "furlough" days per year in lieu of holidays. Furlough days are available for use on January 1 and must be scheduled and taken within the calendar year. Employees who leave employment with Pierce County must reimburse the employer for used furlough days based upon the number of remaining holidays.
Sick Leave:
Sick leave accrues on a bi-weekly basis, at the rate of one day per month.
Insurance Benefits:
Employees and families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with very affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout Pierce County. Employees are eligible to enroll each year in a flexible spending plan, which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care and dependent care expenses. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in supplemental life and long term disability insurance plans. To view premium rates, summary of benefit coverage, and other information, please visit the website.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation:
Pierce County employees are members of the State of Washington's Department of Retirement System (DRS) and depending on the position or previous DRS enrollment will be able to enroll in one of many programs DRS offers. For additional information, check out the web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Nationwide Deferred Compensation Plan. This is a supplemental retirement savings program that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security:
All Pierce County employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The county and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Miscellaneous Benefits:
Please visit website for more information.
01
After closely reviewing the job announcement, please describe why you would be a great candidate for this role.
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A requirement for this application is to attach a cover letter and resume. Did you attach a cover letter and resume in the "Attachments" section of the application?
- Yes
- No
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How did you hear about this opportunity?
- Pierce County Website
- governmentjobs.com
- Indeed
- Glassdoor
- Other Website
- Job Fair
- Pierce County Employee
- Other
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If you chose Other, Pierce County Employee, or Other Website, please provide details (name, site, etc).
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