GAF
Director, Labor Relations
GAF, Mobile, Alabama, United States, 36624
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At GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don’t back down from hard work– we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most. Job Summary The Labor Relations Director will be responsible for partnering with all levels of GAF leadership, Human Resources, and Legal to develop and execute strategies for ensuring positive labor relations at GAF. The Labor Relations Manager will oversee the coordination, administration, and management of all aspects of labor relations related to collective bargaining unit employees to ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements and federal and state employment regulations while providing consultation, training and constructive conflict resolution for and between company leadership, union leadership and bargaining unit employees. This position also has the responsibility for developing and delivering a comprehensive union avoidance strategy and plan for the non-union plants. Responsibilities: Develops and executes a labor relations strategy by working with GAF leadership, Human Resources, and Legal to achieve business objectives and results. Works directly with and facilitates communication between company leadership, operations leadership, union leadership, Human Resources, bargaining unit employees, and legal counsel on matters pertaining to bargaining unit employees and the collective bargaining agreements. Represents GAF as chief spokesperson in collective bargaining negotiations for comprehensive collective bargaining agreements in multiple bargaining units. Promotes collaborative labor relations with local union consistent with the collective bargaining agreement and business objectives. Reviews and analyzes collective bargaining agreements and personnel policies and procedures. Works with all areas within GAF to ensure the terms of the collective bargaining agreement are properly adhered to and executed. Coaches and counsels management and Human Resources on the interpretation and administration of collective bargaining agreements. Conducts investigations and facilitates the resolution of employee complaints and grievances. Assists with the preparation for and conducting of arbitration proceedings. Maintains current knowledge of and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local labor and employment laws. Works with field Human Resources teams, maintains applicable Labor Relations metrics and prepares statistical reports. Partners with all areas of Human Resources to analyze trends and metrics, identify business needs and develop integrated solutions. Develops and provides training for managers, supervisors and HR professionals on how to uphold the negotiated terms of collective bargaining agreements. Develops and manages a union avoidance strategy and plan for the non-union plants. Qualifications Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) or equivalent experience in Human Resources, business or related field. 5+ years of demonstrated labor relations experience (grievance, contract administration, negotiations and/or strategy accountabilities). 7 years of Human Resources experience. Direct experience with writing and interpreting collective bargaining agreements. Direct experience with handling and resolving grievance procedures. First chair / primary negotiating experience for union contract negotiations. Strong public speaking, written, and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Travel Requirements:
Up to 30% Annual Salary Range:
171,000-218,500 GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers.
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At GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don’t back down from hard work– we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most. Job Summary The Labor Relations Director will be responsible for partnering with all levels of GAF leadership, Human Resources, and Legal to develop and execute strategies for ensuring positive labor relations at GAF. The Labor Relations Manager will oversee the coordination, administration, and management of all aspects of labor relations related to collective bargaining unit employees to ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements and federal and state employment regulations while providing consultation, training and constructive conflict resolution for and between company leadership, union leadership and bargaining unit employees. This position also has the responsibility for developing and delivering a comprehensive union avoidance strategy and plan for the non-union plants. Responsibilities: Develops and executes a labor relations strategy by working with GAF leadership, Human Resources, and Legal to achieve business objectives and results. Works directly with and facilitates communication between company leadership, operations leadership, union leadership, Human Resources, bargaining unit employees, and legal counsel on matters pertaining to bargaining unit employees and the collective bargaining agreements. Represents GAF as chief spokesperson in collective bargaining negotiations for comprehensive collective bargaining agreements in multiple bargaining units. Promotes collaborative labor relations with local union consistent with the collective bargaining agreement and business objectives. Reviews and analyzes collective bargaining agreements and personnel policies and procedures. Works with all areas within GAF to ensure the terms of the collective bargaining agreement are properly adhered to and executed. Coaches and counsels management and Human Resources on the interpretation and administration of collective bargaining agreements. Conducts investigations and facilitates the resolution of employee complaints and grievances. Assists with the preparation for and conducting of arbitration proceedings. Maintains current knowledge of and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local labor and employment laws. Works with field Human Resources teams, maintains applicable Labor Relations metrics and prepares statistical reports. Partners with all areas of Human Resources to analyze trends and metrics, identify business needs and develop integrated solutions. Develops and provides training for managers, supervisors and HR professionals on how to uphold the negotiated terms of collective bargaining agreements. Develops and manages a union avoidance strategy and plan for the non-union plants. Qualifications Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) or equivalent experience in Human Resources, business or related field. 5+ years of demonstrated labor relations experience (grievance, contract administration, negotiations and/or strategy accountabilities). 7 years of Human Resources experience. Direct experience with writing and interpreting collective bargaining agreements. Direct experience with handling and resolving grievance procedures. First chair / primary negotiating experience for union contract negotiations. Strong public speaking, written, and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Travel Requirements:
Up to 30% Annual Salary Range:
171,000-218,500 GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers.
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