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Employee and Labor Relations Director- Human Resources-Public Works (0932) (PEX)
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Employee and Labor Relations Director- Human Resources-Public Works (0932) (PEX)
Apply using SmartRecruiters, the City and County of San Francisco's application portal.Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below.Amended May 10, 2024 to reflect the addition of Management Battery Test to the selection procedures to aid in evaluation of candidates (this will not result in an eligible list).Application Opening:
Thursday, May 9, 2024Application Deadline:
Continuous. The application filing period will be open at least through Friday, May 17, 2024, at 5:00 PM (PST) and will close any time thereafter.Compensation Range:
$159,224 and $203,164 (Range A)Recruitment ID:
RTF0147327/PEX 0932-01152264Appointment Type:
Permanent Exempt - This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive civil service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the appointing officer.Work location:
25 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CASan Francisco Public Works has a far-reaching portfolio with a $453 million annual operating budget, an active capital portfolio that exceeds $3 billion, and a workforce of over 1,700 employees. The department operates around the clock, touching every neighborhood in San Francisco. With a mission to enhance the quality of life in San Francisco for residents, visitors, and business owners, Public Works is committed to providing outstanding public service through an equity lens.Please visit the “About Us” section of our website at
https://www.sfpublicworks.org
to learn more about the department’s core values, Racial Equity Initiative, leadership team, history, budget, and more.Our Human Resources Division is recruiting experienced leaders for the role of Employee and Labor Relations Director (0932 Manager IV). A leader who can guide wide-ranging labor relations, payroll, leaves, and EEO initiatives that enhance the working environment for all employees at all tiers, charged with the effective execution of the mission of Public Works and the City & County of San Francisco.As the Employee and Labor Relations Director, you will direct the labor relations programs of our organization which comprises close to 1,700 employees, with one hundred seventy-seven (177) unique job classifications represented by twenty-one (21) collective bargaining agreements (CBA).You will cultivate and nurture positive relationships with our valued labor partners while leading a team that guides directors, managers, and supervisors on interpreting the CBAs, disciplinary procedures, grievances, and current trends and issues in labor relations.You will actively participate in various joint labor/management committees, bargaining, and mediation. In this leadership role, you will provide general direction to our Payroll Unit to deliver timely, accurate payroll processing, procedures, and Leave Administration and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and guidelines.Directing the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) matters for our workforce, you will monitor and evaluate programs to ensure our department complies with City policies, as well as local, state, and federal laws. As an HR leader, you will serve as interim HR Director in their absence, as necessary.Important and Essential Duties:Your duties as the Employee and Labor Relations Director may include, but are not limited to the following:Managing negotiations, grievance processes, investigations of employee complaints, disciplinary hearings, and performance management.Planning, directing, coordinating, and evaluating employee and labor relations functions.Advising managers and supervisors on labor relations issues, union Memoranda of Understanding (MOU)/CBA interpretation, disciplinary actions, grievances, and performance monitoring.Developing and facilitating department-wide development of positive relationships with labor unions.Partnering with the Department of Human Resources in labor negotiations and the development and implementation of labor agreements.Providing training to managers on labor issues and trends, including administration and facilitation of disciplinary and grievance processes.Directing Leave Administration, Performance Management, and Reasonable Accommodation programs.How to qualify
Minimum QualificationsEducation:Possession of a Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in industrial/organizational psychology, Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, or a closely related field.Experience:Seven (7) years of professional human resources experience in a public or non-profit organization in employee and labor relations, personnel administration, and supervision, of which three (3) years must be in a supervisory capacity supervising professional staff.Experience Substitution:You may substitute for up to
one (1) year of non-supervisory experience with one (1) of the following:1. Possession of a master’s degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, or a closely related area of study may substitute for one (1) year of non-supervisory experience.OR,2. Possession of a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) may substitute for one (1) year of non-supervisory experience.Education Substitution:Additional qualifying work experience may be substituted for up to
two (2) years
of the required education on a year-for-year basis (30 semester/45 quarter units equals one year).Desirable Qualifications:Extensive experience with contract negotiations.Extensive experience working with large and complex unions.Experience working in large, public-sector organizations.Experience developing and implementing labor-related policies, practices, and controls.Experience directing, supervising, and coordinating activities across different functional areas.Verification:Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements can be found at
https://sfdhr.org/how-verify-education-requirements .Note:
Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.All work experience, education, training, and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.Selection Procedures:After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process. The selection process will include an evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements.Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ):Candidates may be required to complete an MQSQ as part of the employment application. This MQSQ is designed to obtain specific information regarding an applicant's experience in relation to the Minimum Qualifications (MQ) for this position.Management Test Battery
(for evaluation: this will not result in an eligible list):Candidates deemed qualified will be invited to participate in a computer-based examination designed to measure competencies in job-related areas. A passing score must be achieved on the Management Test Battery to continue in the selection process.This is a standardized examination and, therefore, test questions and answers are not available for public inspection or review.Scores attained on the Management Test Battery will be valid and 'banked' for three years, starting from the date of the examination.Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through all of the steps in the selection procedure.What else should I know?
Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At the City and County of San Francisco, we share a commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community.HOW TO APPLY:Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are
only
accepted through an online process. Visit
https://careers.sf.gov/
and begin the application process.If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the analyst, Lateef Taylor, at lateef.taylor@sfdpw.org.The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply.
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Apply using SmartRecruiters, the City and County of San Francisco's application portal.Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below.Amended May 10, 2024 to reflect the addition of Management Battery Test to the selection procedures to aid in evaluation of candidates (this will not result in an eligible list).Application Opening:
Thursday, May 9, 2024Application Deadline:
Continuous. The application filing period will be open at least through Friday, May 17, 2024, at 5:00 PM (PST) and will close any time thereafter.Compensation Range:
$159,224 and $203,164 (Range A)Recruitment ID:
RTF0147327/PEX 0932-01152264Appointment Type:
Permanent Exempt - This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive civil service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the appointing officer.Work location:
25 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CASan Francisco Public Works has a far-reaching portfolio with a $453 million annual operating budget, an active capital portfolio that exceeds $3 billion, and a workforce of over 1,700 employees. The department operates around the clock, touching every neighborhood in San Francisco. With a mission to enhance the quality of life in San Francisco for residents, visitors, and business owners, Public Works is committed to providing outstanding public service through an equity lens.Please visit the “About Us” section of our website at
https://www.sfpublicworks.org
to learn more about the department’s core values, Racial Equity Initiative, leadership team, history, budget, and more.Our Human Resources Division is recruiting experienced leaders for the role of Employee and Labor Relations Director (0932 Manager IV). A leader who can guide wide-ranging labor relations, payroll, leaves, and EEO initiatives that enhance the working environment for all employees at all tiers, charged with the effective execution of the mission of Public Works and the City & County of San Francisco.As the Employee and Labor Relations Director, you will direct the labor relations programs of our organization which comprises close to 1,700 employees, with one hundred seventy-seven (177) unique job classifications represented by twenty-one (21) collective bargaining agreements (CBA).You will cultivate and nurture positive relationships with our valued labor partners while leading a team that guides directors, managers, and supervisors on interpreting the CBAs, disciplinary procedures, grievances, and current trends and issues in labor relations.You will actively participate in various joint labor/management committees, bargaining, and mediation. In this leadership role, you will provide general direction to our Payroll Unit to deliver timely, accurate payroll processing, procedures, and Leave Administration and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and guidelines.Directing the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) matters for our workforce, you will monitor and evaluate programs to ensure our department complies with City policies, as well as local, state, and federal laws. As an HR leader, you will serve as interim HR Director in their absence, as necessary.Important and Essential Duties:Your duties as the Employee and Labor Relations Director may include, but are not limited to the following:Managing negotiations, grievance processes, investigations of employee complaints, disciplinary hearings, and performance management.Planning, directing, coordinating, and evaluating employee and labor relations functions.Advising managers and supervisors on labor relations issues, union Memoranda of Understanding (MOU)/CBA interpretation, disciplinary actions, grievances, and performance monitoring.Developing and facilitating department-wide development of positive relationships with labor unions.Partnering with the Department of Human Resources in labor negotiations and the development and implementation of labor agreements.Providing training to managers on labor issues and trends, including administration and facilitation of disciplinary and grievance processes.Directing Leave Administration, Performance Management, and Reasonable Accommodation programs.How to qualify
Minimum QualificationsEducation:Possession of a Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in industrial/organizational psychology, Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, or a closely related field.Experience:Seven (7) years of professional human resources experience in a public or non-profit organization in employee and labor relations, personnel administration, and supervision, of which three (3) years must be in a supervisory capacity supervising professional staff.Experience Substitution:You may substitute for up to
one (1) year of non-supervisory experience with one (1) of the following:1. Possession of a master’s degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, or a closely related area of study may substitute for one (1) year of non-supervisory experience.OR,2. Possession of a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) may substitute for one (1) year of non-supervisory experience.Education Substitution:Additional qualifying work experience may be substituted for up to
two (2) years
of the required education on a year-for-year basis (30 semester/45 quarter units equals one year).Desirable Qualifications:Extensive experience with contract negotiations.Extensive experience working with large and complex unions.Experience working in large, public-sector organizations.Experience developing and implementing labor-related policies, practices, and controls.Experience directing, supervising, and coordinating activities across different functional areas.Verification:Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements can be found at
https://sfdhr.org/how-verify-education-requirements .Note:
Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.All work experience, education, training, and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.Selection Procedures:After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process. The selection process will include an evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements.Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ):Candidates may be required to complete an MQSQ as part of the employment application. This MQSQ is designed to obtain specific information regarding an applicant's experience in relation to the Minimum Qualifications (MQ) for this position.Management Test Battery
(for evaluation: this will not result in an eligible list):Candidates deemed qualified will be invited to participate in a computer-based examination designed to measure competencies in job-related areas. A passing score must be achieved on the Management Test Battery to continue in the selection process.This is a standardized examination and, therefore, test questions and answers are not available for public inspection or review.Scores attained on the Management Test Battery will be valid and 'banked' for three years, starting from the date of the examination.Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through all of the steps in the selection procedure.What else should I know?
Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At the City and County of San Francisco, we share a commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community.HOW TO APPLY:Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are
only
accepted through an online process. Visit
https://careers.sf.gov/
and begin the application process.If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the analyst, Lateef Taylor, at lateef.taylor@sfdpw.org.The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply.
#J-18808-Ljbffr