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Tad PGS

Special Assistant - Labor Relations

Tad PGS, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


We have an outstanding career opportunity for aSpecial Assistant – Labor Relationsto join a leading Company located in theChicago, ILsurrounding area.

Provide critical support to the Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer/Director of Labor Relations in the overall management of the Department of Labor Relations, including the development of programs, implementation of policies, standard operating procedures, and management of collective bargaining agreements. Collaborate with the Bargaining and Policy Training Team as necessary to assist in determining negotiation positions, policies, and strategies. Support the execution of confidential and strategic initiatives and policy decisions as instructed by senior leadership. Review highly confidential reports, data studies, benchmarking data, and best practices to make strategic policy recommendations to the Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer/Director of Labor. Overall, supports confidential strategies and ensures the effective operation of the Department of Labor Relations.

Responsibilities :

Assists the Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer/Director of Labor Relations in the implementation of policies, standard operation procedures, collective bargaining agreements, and labor programs

Provides administrative and strategic support as needed through collaborative efforts with the Bargaining and Policy Training Team to aid in determining negotiation positions, policies, and strategy

Keeps the senior leadership informed about best practices and recommends data program and process improvements within the Department

Reviews reports, data analysis, and managerial studies of the highest confidentiality to make recommendations to the Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer/Director of Labor Relations

Assists with implementation of confidential and strategic initiatives and policy decisions as directed by senior leadership

Monitors work projects assigned by the Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer/Director of Labor Relations to ensure labor divisions have the necessary resources to perform their expected functions and timely completion

Executes special projects of a confidential nature as required

Reads, analyzes, and answers correspondence of a highly confidential nature pertaining to a variety of questions of immediate concern to the Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer/Director of Labor

Provides support for the Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer/Director of Labor's meetings, gathering project requirements, assigning work, and monitoring follow-up and deliverables

Basic Hiring Criteria :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, PLUS a minimum of three (3) years of professional administrative experience OR, an equivalent combination of professional work experience, training, and education

Desired Qualifications :

Master's degree in business or public administration

Five (5) years of professional administrative experience

Prior supervisory or managerial experience

Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal relations skills

Broad understanding and familiarity with labor relations issues, human resources policies, and collective bargaining procedures

Skill in supervising and directing the activities of professional, technical, and other support personnel engaged in a variety of labor activities, as well as developing policies and standard operating procedures relative to large-scale projects, especially in connection with Departmental goals and objectives

Strong work ethic

Must be able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy in dealing with employee issues in a wide range of diverse situations

Skill in coordinating and managing multiple projects effectively and simultaneously and providing effective managerial and administrative direction

Discretion and the ability to make policy decisions in alignment with bargaining strategies

Ability to review data reports, budgets, financial projections, and statistical analysis

Knowledge of County Government's functions and purpose

Ability to institute problem-solving techniques in diverse and sometimes emotional situations

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Familiarity with the various labor unions in the region

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