Vice President of Labor Relations

Vice President of Labor Relations City, State: Buffalo, NY Req ID: 32574 Pay: Minimum - Anticipated Maximum Base Salary: $168,700 - $239,100 / year Category: Human Resources Job type: Full-Time Subsidiary: Corporate Functions The opportunity Delaware North is currently seeking a Vice President of Labor Relations based out of our Global Headquarters in Buffalo, New York. The Vice President of Labor Relations provides strategic leadership and operational guidance to company leadership on all labor relations matters for a company with 75+ collective bargaining agreements with multiple unions across 6 operating subsidiaries. If you are seeking a hands-on role leading a labor relations team to meet the needs of the enterprise, apply today! While our preference is for the role to be based out of our global headquarters, we are open to considering a remote opportunity for the right candidate who can accommodate additional travel to Buffalo for collaboration with key business leaders. What we offer At Delaware North, we care about our team members' personal and professional journeys. These are just some of the benefits we offer: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with up to 4% company match Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance Paid vacation days and holidays Paid parental bonding leave Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts What will you do? - Set strategy and influence key business leaders on Labor Relations and all issues related to Labor Relations - Exhibit a proactive change management, consulting, and training approach with stakeholders to effectively implement the labor relations strategy across the enterprise - Provide expertise on collective bargaining processes and practices, grievances/arbitration processes and practices including training, mentoring, and consultation; also provide expertise in mergers, acquisitions, and RFPs - Coordinate collective bargaining activities; ensure administrative processes are in place to effectively and efficiently implement labor agreements - Serve as Chief spokesperson for collective bargaining as required; provide hands-on negotiation support for other assigned negotiators - Provide leadership and influence to ensure successful investigation and disciplinary process for union operations - Influence key stakeholders, support, and manage the issue-free/union avoidance process More about you - Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred - 15 years minimum HR and Labor Relations experience and knowledge of related labor laws required, hospitality industry strongly preferred - Significant experience as Lead Negotiator - Strong experience in Labor Relations managing over 50 collective bargaining agreements with multiple unions across multiple lines of business - Comfortable juggling multiple priorities or issues at the same time - Ability to thrive in a complex matrixed operating environment where influence and relationship building is key to success - Adept at coaching, counseling, training, and mentoring others to grow the capacity of the labor relations department - Ability to travel 30-40% Who we are Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you're not just part of a team - you're part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success. Together, we're shaping the future of hospitality - come grow with us! Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

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