Portland State University
Director of Academic Labor Relations
Portland State University, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Position DetailsProposed Start Date:
11/16/2024
Classification Title:
Human Resources & Organizational Development
Rank:
N - No Rank
Working Title:
Director of Academic Labor Relations
Department:
200101 - OAA Provosts Office Admin
Position Number:
D92435
Representation:
UU - Unclassified Unrepresented
Renewable:
Renewable
Position FTE:
1.0
Tenure Status:
N - not applicable
Position SummaryBrief Description of PSU/School/Dept:
Portland State University is nationally recognized as setting a standard for urban universities in the 21st century. The University is strategically located in the population and business center of Oregon on a 32-acre campus with 41 major buildings in the tree-lined Park Blocks district of downtown Portland. Total enrollment exceeds 23,000 including more than 5,000 graduate students.
Position Summary:
The Director of Academic Labor Relations (DALR) reports to the Vice Provost for Faculty Success (VPFS) and is the campus lead for academic labor relations. This position is responsible for developing, sustaining, and creating a culture that supports positive relationships between academic employees, union representatives, supervisors, managers, and administrators. The Director serves as the lead in managing collective bargaining negotiations, contract interpretation, and contract administration, including responding and coordinating all grievance responses. The Director oversees investigatory meetings, progressive discipline, and employee separation agreements, and may appear on behalf of the University at arbitration, mediation, and appeal hearings.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s, Master’s degree, JD, or PhD degree;
Five years of progressively responsible experience in employee or labor relations;
Experience as a first or second lead negotiator on a collective bargaining team;
Demonstrated competency with word processing, spreadsheet applications, and databases to retrieve and analyze data;
Strong written and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of Oregon employment law, particularly the Public Employee Collective Bargaining Act;
Experience with higher education labor management relations, grievance administration, and/or collective bargaining;
Experience with public sector labor and employee relations activities;
Familiarity with university organizational structure, policy, and political issues in higher education;
Demonstrated expertise in negotiating or mediating the resolution of employment or HR-related issues.
Key Cultural Competencies
Create an environment that acknowledges and celebrates differences.
Function and communicate effectively within varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
Seek opportunities to gain experience working in diverse, multicultural settings.
Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including those on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment.
Environmental StewardshipContributes to a culture of environmental stewardship and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours8-5
Total Compensation Range & Benefits StatementThe starting annual salary will be dependent upon qualifications and experience, competitive with an excellent benefits package including 95% premium paid healthcare and a generous retirement and vacation package.
Application InstructionsPortland State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates committed to the highest standards of scholarship and professional activities.
To apply, go to:
https://theapplicantmanager.com/jobs?pos=su421 . Applicants must submit a CV, a letter of interest detailing their related qualifications, and a statement describing their commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Additional InformationDoes this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle?
No
Background Check Required:
Yes
If you have questions:
For more information or to offer recommendations or nominations, contact
Lyndi Hewitt , Senior Consultant at 615-423-0525 or
lhewitt@summitsearchsolutions.com .
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11/16/2024
Classification Title:
Human Resources & Organizational Development
Rank:
N - No Rank
Working Title:
Director of Academic Labor Relations
Department:
200101 - OAA Provosts Office Admin
Position Number:
D92435
Representation:
UU - Unclassified Unrepresented
Renewable:
Renewable
Position FTE:
1.0
Tenure Status:
N - not applicable
Position SummaryBrief Description of PSU/School/Dept:
Portland State University is nationally recognized as setting a standard for urban universities in the 21st century. The University is strategically located in the population and business center of Oregon on a 32-acre campus with 41 major buildings in the tree-lined Park Blocks district of downtown Portland. Total enrollment exceeds 23,000 including more than 5,000 graduate students.
Position Summary:
The Director of Academic Labor Relations (DALR) reports to the Vice Provost for Faculty Success (VPFS) and is the campus lead for academic labor relations. This position is responsible for developing, sustaining, and creating a culture that supports positive relationships between academic employees, union representatives, supervisors, managers, and administrators. The Director serves as the lead in managing collective bargaining negotiations, contract interpretation, and contract administration, including responding and coordinating all grievance responses. The Director oversees investigatory meetings, progressive discipline, and employee separation agreements, and may appear on behalf of the University at arbitration, mediation, and appeal hearings.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s, Master’s degree, JD, or PhD degree;
Five years of progressively responsible experience in employee or labor relations;
Experience as a first or second lead negotiator on a collective bargaining team;
Demonstrated competency with word processing, spreadsheet applications, and databases to retrieve and analyze data;
Strong written and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of Oregon employment law, particularly the Public Employee Collective Bargaining Act;
Experience with higher education labor management relations, grievance administration, and/or collective bargaining;
Experience with public sector labor and employee relations activities;
Familiarity with university organizational structure, policy, and political issues in higher education;
Demonstrated expertise in negotiating or mediating the resolution of employment or HR-related issues.
Key Cultural Competencies
Create an environment that acknowledges and celebrates differences.
Function and communicate effectively within varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
Seek opportunities to gain experience working in diverse, multicultural settings.
Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including those on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment.
Environmental StewardshipContributes to a culture of environmental stewardship and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours8-5
Total Compensation Range & Benefits StatementThe starting annual salary will be dependent upon qualifications and experience, competitive with an excellent benefits package including 95% premium paid healthcare and a generous retirement and vacation package.
Application InstructionsPortland State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates committed to the highest standards of scholarship and professional activities.
To apply, go to:
https://theapplicantmanager.com/jobs?pos=su421 . Applicants must submit a CV, a letter of interest detailing their related qualifications, and a statement describing their commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Additional InformationDoes this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle?
No
Background Check Required:
Yes
If you have questions:
For more information or to offer recommendations or nominations, contact
Lyndi Hewitt , Senior Consultant at 615-423-0525 or
lhewitt@summitsearchsolutions.com .
#J-18808-Ljbffr