GAF
Director, Labor Relations
GAF, Arizona City, Arizona, United States, 85123
GAF Director, Labor Relations Mesa, Arizona Apply Now
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. 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. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute a labor relations strategy by working with GAF leadership, Human Resources, and Legal to achieve business objectives and results. Facilitate 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. Represent GAF as chief spokesperson in collective bargaining negotiations for comprehensive collective bargaining agreements in multiple bargaining units. Promote collaborative labor relations with local union consistent with the collective bargaining agreement and business objectives. Review and analyze collective bargaining agreements and personnel policies and procedures and develop recommended bargaining positions. Coach and counsel management and Human Resources on the interpretation and administration of collective bargaining agreements. Conduct investigations and facilitate the resolution of employee complaints and grievances. Assist with the preparation for and conducting of arbitration proceedings. Maintain current knowledge of and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor and employment laws. Develop and provide training for managers, supervisors, and HR professionals on upholding the negotiated terms of collective bargaining agreements. 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 including settlement negotiations. Strong public speaking, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to function effectively in an intense labor relations 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. 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. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute a labor relations strategy by working with GAF leadership, Human Resources, and Legal to achieve business objectives and results. Facilitate 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. Represent GAF as chief spokesperson in collective bargaining negotiations for comprehensive collective bargaining agreements in multiple bargaining units. Promote collaborative labor relations with local union consistent with the collective bargaining agreement and business objectives. Review and analyze collective bargaining agreements and personnel policies and procedures and develop recommended bargaining positions. Coach and counsel management and Human Resources on the interpretation and administration of collective bargaining agreements. Conduct investigations and facilitate the resolution of employee complaints and grievances. Assist with the preparation for and conducting of arbitration proceedings. Maintain current knowledge of and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor and employment laws. Develop and provide training for managers, supervisors, and HR professionals on upholding the negotiated terms of collective bargaining agreements. 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 including settlement negotiations. Strong public speaking, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to function effectively in an intense labor relations 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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