Frontier Careers
Director - Labor Relations
Frontier Careers, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Why Work for Frontier Airlines?
At Frontier, we believe the skies should be for everyone. We deliver on this promise through our commitment to Low Fares Done Right. This is more than our tagline - it’s our driving philosophy. Every member of Team Frontier has an important role to play in bringing this vision to life.
Our successful business model allows travelers to take advantage of our fast-growing route network while our bundled and unbundled pricing options allow our customers to personalize their travel experience and only pay for the services they need – saving them money along the way.
What We Stand For
Low Fares Done Right is our mission and we strive to bring it to life every day.
Our ‘Done Right’ promise
means delivering not only affordable prices, but making travel
friendly
and easy for our customers.
To do this, we put a great deal of
care
into every decision and action we take. We must be efficient with the use of our resources and make smart decisions about how we run our business. We must also innovate and be
pioneers
-
we’re not afraid to try new things.
While our business requires us to fly high in the air, we also consider ourselves
down-to-earth
in our approach, creating a warm and friendly experience that truly demonstrates Rocky Mountain Hospitality.
Work Perks
At Frontier, we like to think we’re creating something very special for our team members.
Work is why we’re here, but the perks are nice too:
Flight benefits for you and your family to fly on Frontier Airlines
Buddy passes for your friends so they can experience what makes us so great
Discounts throughout the travel industry on hotels, car rentals, cruises and vacation packages
Discounts on cell phone plans, movie tickets, restaurants, luggage and over 2,000 other vendors
Enjoy a ‘Dress for your Day’ business casual environment
Flexible work schedules that support work/life balance
Total Rewards program including a competitive base salary, short term incentives, long-term incentives, paid holidays, 401(k) plan, vacation/sick time and medical/dental/vision insurance that begins the 1st of the month following your hire date.
We play our part to make a difference.
The HOPE League, Frontier Airlines’ non-profit organization, is dedicated to providing employees financial assistance during catastrophic hardship
Who We Are
Frontier Airlines is a leading ultra-low cost carrier headquartered in Denver, Colorado. With a mission to deliver
Low Fares Done Right,
the company provides affordable, convenient and accessible air travel throughout the U.S., Caribbean, Mexico and Latin America. Frontier’s highly fuel-efficient, all-Airbus fleet is among the youngest and most modern of any carrier within the U.S. That, combined with the airline’s many weight-saving initiatives and focus on operational efficiencies, makes Frontier America’s Greenest Airline.* Each Frontier Airlines plane tail features a special animal with a unique name and backstory. Many of the featured species are endangered or threatened, part of the airline’s commitment to underscore and raise awareness for their plight. Frontier serves approximately 100 destinations throughout North America and operates 500-plus daily flights, on average. The airline employs more than 7,000 team members and has crew bases in more than a dozen U.S. cities. Frontier Airlines., Inc., is a subsidiary of Frontier Group Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULCC).
* Frontier is the most fuel-efficient of all major U.S. carriers when measured by ASMs per fuel gallon consumed.
What Will You Be Doing?
This Director provides counsel and support to the Company in all areas of labor relations, including but not limited to: dispute resolution, negotiation/collective bargaining, implementation of collective agreements, grievance resolution and case management, disciplinary hearings, and arbitration proceedings. Advises and counsels HR and senior leadership in collective bargaining interpretation and labor relations strategy. Ensures that collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) are consistently enforced across the Company through training, effective communication and collaboration with all relevant stakeholders.
Works closely within HR to ensure HR policies are not in conflict with our collective bargaining agreements.
Essential Functions
Maintain effective working relationships with all levels of Union and Company leadership.
Provide strategic support and day-to-day leadership in administering the collective bargaining agreements
Formulate Union relations strategies according to the given business objectives
Represent and assist the Company at all proceedings as it pertains to Union relations (disciplinary investigations/hearings, System Boards of Adjustment, arbitrations)
Respond to and administer the Company’s response to grievances
Contribute to Union relations strategies / plans as they integrate with Company / business goals
Exercise good judgment and decision-making in the best interest of maintaining amenable labor-management relations
Provide advice and counsel to management and Human Resources on contract language interpretation and other Union policies, practices, and procedures.
Assist in the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements
Work with outside counsel in overall risk assessment and arbitration hearings
Assist other functional support groups such as Compensation, Employment, Benefits, etc. in matters pertaining to union-represented employees
Interface with Union Leaders as required.
Other Functions
Assist the Human Resources team with projects, policies and programs that impact unionized employees
Assist in the development and management of the Labor Relations budget
Work with external counsel on legal matters pertaining to unionized employees
Other duties as requested by management
Q
ualifications
Bachelor's degree
Law degree preferred, but not required
Minimum of 7 years of experience in Labor Relations and/or 5 years of experience in Human Resources with strong exposure to Labor Relations
Comprehensive understanding of unions and labor environments
Comprehensive knowledge of HR policies, as well as federal and state employment law
Experience in commercial aviation or related transportation industry preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Experience in Union relations negotiations
Knowledge of industry contracts
Strong ability to make decisions quickly under pressure
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
Excellent time/management skills
Equipment Operated
Standard office equipment, including PC, copier, printer
Work Environment
Typical office environment, adequately heated and cooled
Some travel required for contract negotiation sessions
Physical Effort
Generally, not required.
Supervision Received
Considerable Latitude:
The incumbent establishes methods and procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives, and receives guidance in terms of broad goals.
Only the final results of work are typically reviewed.
Positions Supervised
N/A
Salary Range (BOE)
$137,643 - $182,698 plus STI and equity opportunity
NOTE:
This posting will remain active until at October 31, 2024.
Interested candidates should apply online before that deadline.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required of the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position.
Please be advised that duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.
Frontier Airlines, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Frontier Airlines is a Zero Tolerance Drug-Free Workplace. All prospective DOT safety-sensitive employees are subject to pre-employment testing for the following drugs and their metabolites: Marijuana, Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opioids and Phencyclidine (PCP). Further, any DOT safety-sensitive job applicant who is found to have tested positive on any required drug or alcohol test at a former employer will be considered ineligible for employment with Frontier.
"Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifyinginformation such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information."
At Frontier, we believe the skies should be for everyone. We deliver on this promise through our commitment to Low Fares Done Right. This is more than our tagline - it’s our driving philosophy. Every member of Team Frontier has an important role to play in bringing this vision to life.
Our successful business model allows travelers to take advantage of our fast-growing route network while our bundled and unbundled pricing options allow our customers to personalize their travel experience and only pay for the services they need – saving them money along the way.
What We Stand For
Low Fares Done Right is our mission and we strive to bring it to life every day.
Our ‘Done Right’ promise
means delivering not only affordable prices, but making travel
friendly
and easy for our customers.
To do this, we put a great deal of
care
into every decision and action we take. We must be efficient with the use of our resources and make smart decisions about how we run our business. We must also innovate and be
pioneers
-
we’re not afraid to try new things.
While our business requires us to fly high in the air, we also consider ourselves
down-to-earth
in our approach, creating a warm and friendly experience that truly demonstrates Rocky Mountain Hospitality.
Work Perks
At Frontier, we like to think we’re creating something very special for our team members.
Work is why we’re here, but the perks are nice too:
Flight benefits for you and your family to fly on Frontier Airlines
Buddy passes for your friends so they can experience what makes us so great
Discounts throughout the travel industry on hotels, car rentals, cruises and vacation packages
Discounts on cell phone plans, movie tickets, restaurants, luggage and over 2,000 other vendors
Enjoy a ‘Dress for your Day’ business casual environment
Flexible work schedules that support work/life balance
Total Rewards program including a competitive base salary, short term incentives, long-term incentives, paid holidays, 401(k) plan, vacation/sick time and medical/dental/vision insurance that begins the 1st of the month following your hire date.
We play our part to make a difference.
The HOPE League, Frontier Airlines’ non-profit organization, is dedicated to providing employees financial assistance during catastrophic hardship
Who We Are
Frontier Airlines is a leading ultra-low cost carrier headquartered in Denver, Colorado. With a mission to deliver
Low Fares Done Right,
the company provides affordable, convenient and accessible air travel throughout the U.S., Caribbean, Mexico and Latin America. Frontier’s highly fuel-efficient, all-Airbus fleet is among the youngest and most modern of any carrier within the U.S. That, combined with the airline’s many weight-saving initiatives and focus on operational efficiencies, makes Frontier America’s Greenest Airline.* Each Frontier Airlines plane tail features a special animal with a unique name and backstory. Many of the featured species are endangered or threatened, part of the airline’s commitment to underscore and raise awareness for their plight. Frontier serves approximately 100 destinations throughout North America and operates 500-plus daily flights, on average. The airline employs more than 7,000 team members and has crew bases in more than a dozen U.S. cities. Frontier Airlines., Inc., is a subsidiary of Frontier Group Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULCC).
* Frontier is the most fuel-efficient of all major U.S. carriers when measured by ASMs per fuel gallon consumed.
What Will You Be Doing?
This Director provides counsel and support to the Company in all areas of labor relations, including but not limited to: dispute resolution, negotiation/collective bargaining, implementation of collective agreements, grievance resolution and case management, disciplinary hearings, and arbitration proceedings. Advises and counsels HR and senior leadership in collective bargaining interpretation and labor relations strategy. Ensures that collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) are consistently enforced across the Company through training, effective communication and collaboration with all relevant stakeholders.
Works closely within HR to ensure HR policies are not in conflict with our collective bargaining agreements.
Essential Functions
Maintain effective working relationships with all levels of Union and Company leadership.
Provide strategic support and day-to-day leadership in administering the collective bargaining agreements
Formulate Union relations strategies according to the given business objectives
Represent and assist the Company at all proceedings as it pertains to Union relations (disciplinary investigations/hearings, System Boards of Adjustment, arbitrations)
Respond to and administer the Company’s response to grievances
Contribute to Union relations strategies / plans as they integrate with Company / business goals
Exercise good judgment and decision-making in the best interest of maintaining amenable labor-management relations
Provide advice and counsel to management and Human Resources on contract language interpretation and other Union policies, practices, and procedures.
Assist in the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements
Work with outside counsel in overall risk assessment and arbitration hearings
Assist other functional support groups such as Compensation, Employment, Benefits, etc. in matters pertaining to union-represented employees
Interface with Union Leaders as required.
Other Functions
Assist the Human Resources team with projects, policies and programs that impact unionized employees
Assist in the development and management of the Labor Relations budget
Work with external counsel on legal matters pertaining to unionized employees
Other duties as requested by management
Q
ualifications
Bachelor's degree
Law degree preferred, but not required
Minimum of 7 years of experience in Labor Relations and/or 5 years of experience in Human Resources with strong exposure to Labor Relations
Comprehensive understanding of unions and labor environments
Comprehensive knowledge of HR policies, as well as federal and state employment law
Experience in commercial aviation or related transportation industry preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Experience in Union relations negotiations
Knowledge of industry contracts
Strong ability to make decisions quickly under pressure
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
Excellent time/management skills
Equipment Operated
Standard office equipment, including PC, copier, printer
Work Environment
Typical office environment, adequately heated and cooled
Some travel required for contract negotiation sessions
Physical Effort
Generally, not required.
Supervision Received
Considerable Latitude:
The incumbent establishes methods and procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives, and receives guidance in terms of broad goals.
Only the final results of work are typically reviewed.
Positions Supervised
N/A
Salary Range (BOE)
$137,643 - $182,698 plus STI and equity opportunity
NOTE:
This posting will remain active until at October 31, 2024.
Interested candidates should apply online before that deadline.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required of the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position.
Please be advised that duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.
Frontier Airlines, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Frontier Airlines is a Zero Tolerance Drug-Free Workplace. All prospective DOT safety-sensitive employees are subject to pre-employment testing for the following drugs and their metabolites: Marijuana, Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opioids and Phencyclidine (PCP). Further, any DOT safety-sensitive job applicant who is found to have tested positive on any required drug or alcohol test at a former employer will be considered ineligible for employment with Frontier.
"Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifyinginformation such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information."