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Kuraray America, Inc.

Assistant Director, Systemwide Labor Relations

Kuraray America, Inc., Long Beach, California, us, 90899


Assistant Director, Systemwide Labor RelationsJob no:

527663Work type:

Management (MPP)Location:

Chancellor's OfficeCategories:

MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full TimeChancellor's Office StatementJoin our team at the California State University, Office of the Chancellor, and make a difference in providing access to higher education. We are currently seeking experienced candidates for the position of

Assistant Director, Systemwide Labor Relations . The CSU Chancellor's Office, located on the waterfront adjacent to the Aquarium of the Pacific in downtown Long Beach, is the headquarters for the nation's largest and most diverse system of higher education. The CSU Chancellor's Office offers a premium benefit package that includes outstanding vacation, health, and dental plans; a fee waiver education program; membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS); and 15 paid holidays a year.SalaryThe anticipated salary hiring range is up to

$10,790

per month, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is

$6,250 to $20,063

per month.ClassificationAdministrator IIIPosition InformationThe California State University, Office of the Chancellor, is seeking an

Assistant Director, Systemwide Labor Relations

to serve as the CSU's advocate at contract grievance arbitration hearings, meet and confer sessions with the applicable union(s), represent the CSU before the Public Employment Relations Board (PERB), and provide generalist labor relations support for campuses as assigned.ResponsibilitiesServe as the CSU advocate at statutory meet and confer sessions and contract grievance meetings.Arbitrate employee grievances arising from collective bargaining agreements. This includes developing arbitration strategies, pre-hearing case summaries, developing exhibits, preparing witnesses, drafting post hearing briefs, and developing settlement agreements.Represent the CSU before PERB in all phases of the unfair practice charge process.Provide high-quality customer service and work as a contributing member of an integrated team of diverse individuals committed to resolving a variety of complex employee and labor relations issues.Respond to inquiries from campus administrators.Research issues of employment and labor law and regulation, as needed.Assist in the development of systems to monitor the effectiveness of policies, procedures and practices.Develop and present training programs for campus, system managers, and administrators in the areas of advocacy and labor relations.Analyze proposed labor legislation.Other duties, as assigned.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Industrial Relations, Business, Law or other related field, or equivalent experience.Demonstrated three to five years' experience resolving union grievances, conducting arbitration hearings or equivalent dispute resolution, and employee/labor relations or general human resources experience, preferably in a unionized environment.Possession, or ability to obtain, and maintenance of a valid California driver's license.Demonstrated experience in maintaining an open and approachable manner, easily build rapport with other parties and ability to work effectively as part of a team.Demonstrated experience in working with numerous stakeholders who hold varying interests and perspectives.Ability to maintain focus and relationships within a high-volume work environment, which often experiences unexpected shifts in priorities.Ability to travel, sometimes overnight, within California.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to research questions/issues of public employment policy and law.Preferred QualificationsExperience in faculty/campus relations in higher education.California public labor law litigation experience in PERB law and practice.JD or other professional degree preferred.Application PeriodPriority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by

August 28, 2023 . Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed.How To ApplyPlease click "Apply Now" to complete the California State University, Chancellor's Office online employment application.Equal Employment OpportunityThe university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status.COVID19 Vaccination PolicyPer the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all Chancellor's Office employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.

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