GAF
Director, Labor Relations
GAF, Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States, 74145
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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. Key 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 and develops recommended bargaining positions. Coaches and counsels management and Human Resources on the interpretation and administration of collective bargaining agreements and all other labor relations topics. Conducts investigations and facilitates the resolution of employee complaints and grievances. Maintains current knowledge of and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local labor and employment laws. Develops and provides training for managers, supervisors and HR professionals who oversee bargaining unit employees. 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 establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, employees, HR colleagues, agency representatives, and union representatives. Travel Requirements:
Up to 30% How We Protect What Matters Most: We offer a wide range of health insurance options. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution. We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program. We put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups. 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.
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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. Key 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 and develops recommended bargaining positions. Coaches and counsels management and Human Resources on the interpretation and administration of collective bargaining agreements and all other labor relations topics. Conducts investigations and facilitates the resolution of employee complaints and grievances. Maintains current knowledge of and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local labor and employment laws. Develops and provides training for managers, supervisors and HR professionals who oversee bargaining unit employees. 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 establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, employees, HR colleagues, agency representatives, and union representatives. Travel Requirements:
Up to 30% How We Protect What Matters Most: We offer a wide range of health insurance options. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution. We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program. We put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups. 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.
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