University of California - Davis
Associate Director, Academic Labor Relations (LABOR REL REPR 5)
University of California - Davis, Davis, California, us, 95617
Job ID: 72720Location:
Davis
Full/Part Time:
Full Time
Department DescriptionUnder general direction of the Director of Academic Employment and Labor Relations, the incumbent performs a variety of job functions involving extremely complex legal issues that require expert knowledge of collective bargaining law and demonstrated advocacy, communication, analytical and organizational skills. They provide guidance and counsel to the campus executives and leaders including the Provost/EVC, Vice Provost (VP), the Assistant Vice Provost (AVP), faculty, deans, department chairs, and other senior administrators on academic labor and employment law matters for all of UC Davis.
This position has organization-wide impact that include formulating strategies, development, implementation and administration of campus wide academic programs and policies related to labor collective bargaining agreements in collaboration with the Director. Leads on case management, grievance adjustment and advises campus leadership on issues pertaining to faculty and other academic employees on labor issues.
Engages with bargaining unit representatives and represents Academic Affairs and UC Davis in arbitration of grievances filed pursuant to collective bargaining agreements. Create training and informational/educational programs designed to increase the academic leadership's understanding and awareness of relevant laws, policies, and practices related to employment matters.
Apply By DateOctober 10 th
2024
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications
Demonstrated experience in human resources or public sector labor relations and/or adjusting grievances.
Experience acting as management representative in grievances, unfair practice charges, and labor/management meetings.
Experience with conflict management, and in facilitating highly charged and emotional discussions with members of cross-functional teams.
Experience assessing trends and subsequent organizational risk; and experience providing proactive and responsive consultation, training, and coaching to develop and enhance expertise among managers in order to mitigate risk.
Knowledge of or familiarity with the Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act (HEERA) and/or other public sector labor laws, including: scope of bargaining, contract compliance and grievance processing.
Preferred Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school.
Experience applying employment laws, labor contracts, and policy standards in an investigation or fact-finding process.
Experience working effectively with diverse populations at all levels of the organization.
Knowledge of Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) administrative procedures for unfair labor practice charges.
Knowledge of the Information Practices Act, Public Records Act, and HEERA requirements for production of information release.
Knowledge of UC policies related to academic appointees.
Key Responsibilities
40% - Academic Formal Adversarial Dispute Resolution, Guidance, and Representation:
Advises organization managers and human resource professionals on academic labor relations and employment law implications relating to complex issues.
30% - Collective Bargaining Agreements: Compliance, Guidance, and Negotiations:
Leads negotiations in various bargaining units and develops negotiation strategies.
30% - Leadership, Communication and Training:
Functions as a team leader to build consensus among diverse entities.
Position Information
Salary or Pay Range:
$107,100/annually - $224,100/annually.
Salary Frequency:
Monthly
Appointment Type:
Career
Percentage of Time:
Full-Time, 100%
Location:
Davis, CA.
Union Representation:
No
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hybrid/Remote/On-Site:
Hybrid - Position is a mix of on-site and remote work
Special RequirementsThis position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and BelongingAt UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground.
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Davis
Full/Part Time:
Full Time
Department DescriptionUnder general direction of the Director of Academic Employment and Labor Relations, the incumbent performs a variety of job functions involving extremely complex legal issues that require expert knowledge of collective bargaining law and demonstrated advocacy, communication, analytical and organizational skills. They provide guidance and counsel to the campus executives and leaders including the Provost/EVC, Vice Provost (VP), the Assistant Vice Provost (AVP), faculty, deans, department chairs, and other senior administrators on academic labor and employment law matters for all of UC Davis.
This position has organization-wide impact that include formulating strategies, development, implementation and administration of campus wide academic programs and policies related to labor collective bargaining agreements in collaboration with the Director. Leads on case management, grievance adjustment and advises campus leadership on issues pertaining to faculty and other academic employees on labor issues.
Engages with bargaining unit representatives and represents Academic Affairs and UC Davis in arbitration of grievances filed pursuant to collective bargaining agreements. Create training and informational/educational programs designed to increase the academic leadership's understanding and awareness of relevant laws, policies, and practices related to employment matters.
Apply By DateOctober 10 th
2024
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications
Demonstrated experience in human resources or public sector labor relations and/or adjusting grievances.
Experience acting as management representative in grievances, unfair practice charges, and labor/management meetings.
Experience with conflict management, and in facilitating highly charged and emotional discussions with members of cross-functional teams.
Experience assessing trends and subsequent organizational risk; and experience providing proactive and responsive consultation, training, and coaching to develop and enhance expertise among managers in order to mitigate risk.
Knowledge of or familiarity with the Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act (HEERA) and/or other public sector labor laws, including: scope of bargaining, contract compliance and grievance processing.
Preferred Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school.
Experience applying employment laws, labor contracts, and policy standards in an investigation or fact-finding process.
Experience working effectively with diverse populations at all levels of the organization.
Knowledge of Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) administrative procedures for unfair labor practice charges.
Knowledge of the Information Practices Act, Public Records Act, and HEERA requirements for production of information release.
Knowledge of UC policies related to academic appointees.
Key Responsibilities
40% - Academic Formal Adversarial Dispute Resolution, Guidance, and Representation:
Advises organization managers and human resource professionals on academic labor relations and employment law implications relating to complex issues.
30% - Collective Bargaining Agreements: Compliance, Guidance, and Negotiations:
Leads negotiations in various bargaining units and develops negotiation strategies.
30% - Leadership, Communication and Training:
Functions as a team leader to build consensus among diverse entities.
Position Information
Salary or Pay Range:
$107,100/annually - $224,100/annually.
Salary Frequency:
Monthly
Appointment Type:
Career
Percentage of Time:
Full-Time, 100%
Location:
Davis, CA.
Union Representation:
No
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hybrid/Remote/On-Site:
Hybrid - Position is a mix of on-site and remote work
Special RequirementsThis position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and BelongingAt UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground.
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