Human Resources Specialist 3 Labor Relations

Current New York State employee with one year or more of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55b/c service in a position allocated to a Grade 23 or above and eligible for transfer under Section 52.6 as appropriate of the Civil Service Law. NOTE: This vacancy posting is for the purposes of notifying individuals about transfer opportunities. Employees on the Civil Service eligible list will be considered and should not respond to this posting. If you are on the eligible list and not reachable, you may be eligible for transfer. You are encouraged to access GOT-IT on the Career Mobility website (careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo) to determine transfer eligibility. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a large, proactive, strategic human resources organization. In-depth knowledge of bargaining unit agreements, labor relations best practices and principles, and Civil Service rules. Exceptional interpersonal, coaching, listening and communications skills. Proven ability to remain objective, discrete and exercise excellent judgment. Ability to develop strong, trusting relationships within the agency. Strong public speaking and presentation skills. Duties Description The Human Resources Specialist 3 Labor Relations (HR Spec 3 LR) will report directly to the Associate Director of Human Resources 2 (Labor Relations) who acts as Director of Labor Relations for the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services. The HR Spec 3 LR will act as the Associate Director of Labor Relations and is responsible for assisting with the implementation and oversight of the agency's Labor Relations program and office. Duties include but are not limited to: Support the Director of LR in overseeing the agency's employee discipline program. Investigate allegations of employee misconduct, issue disciplinary charges, execute settlements and represent the agency at expedited and full arbitration proceedings, ensuring compliance with bargaining unit agreements and Section 75 of the Civil Service Law. Support the Director of LR in overseeing the agency's employee grievance program, ensuring proper processing consistent with bargaining unit agreements. Assist program managers in addressing grievances at Step 1, prepare agency level responses to grievances, liaison with OER for grievances appealed to Steps 3 and 4 of the process. Provide technical assistance and advice to agency staff in implementing negotiated contracts and maintaining effective labor relations. Troubleshoot employee issues and advise supervisors on corrective actions, including the counseling mechanism. Perform or assist with Section 72 hearings, as required. Provide summaries and recommendations to the Director of LR, HR Director, Agency Executives, on investigations, disciplinary and grievance matters, and assist with special projects as needed. Develop, draft, review and implement work rules and policies, ensuring consistency throughout the agency. Communicate with agency legal staff, employee organizations and OER, as necessary. Liaison with agency's legal team and OER on allegations of improper practice and discrimination (ADID) and ensure appropriate preparation/action. Serve as agency representative on local and state-wide labor/management and health & safety labor management committees and work groups, as needed. Ensure timely and proper follow up and response to labor/management topics and issues. Collaborate with and assist Personnel Unit staff on performance management activities, evaluation appeals, employee reassignments, and various other issues. Travel May be required Additional Comments NOTE: Support of operations during times of emergency and disaster from State Emergency Operations Center (EOC), state field offices and/or local deployments may be required, which would result in a change and/or increase in working hours, locations and/or duties. NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agency's Telecommuting Program Guidelines. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Human Resources/EW Telephone 518-486-5700 Fax 518-485-8432 Email Address HRresumesdhses.ny.gov Address Street NYS Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, HRM 1220 Washington Ave., Bldg. 7A City Albany State NY Zip Code 12226 Notes on Applying Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID 172322 in the subject line of your application email to HRresumesdhses.ny.gov.