About this opportunity
HMSHost lists this Sr Director Labor Relations opportunity in bethesda, Maryland. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Benefits
Health, dental and vision insurance
Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick)
Holiday pay
Meal and Transportation Benefits
*401(k) retirement plan with company match
*Company paid life insurance
*Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Training and exciting career growth opportunities
Referral program – refer a friend and earn a bonus
*Benefits may vary by position so ask your recruiter for details.
Purpose
The Senior Director of Labor Relations supports the VP of Labor Relations by developing and implementing labor strategies, managing labor relations processes, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and effectively managing union relationships.
Essential Functions
Collaborates with senior leadership to develop and implement labor strategies and programs that address workplace disputes and promote a supportive work environment
Develops and applies policies and procedures, supporting the implementation of best practices for various labor relations issues
Administers the company’s labor strategy at both company and local levels and ensures systems and processes are in place for compliance; provides guidance on dispute resolution, including negotiations, grievances, and arbitration
Develops and executes bargaining strategies that align with business objectives, working closely with senior Operations leadership and People & Culture
Leads Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) negotiations, as well as the details of each CBA for effective budgeting and planning for assigned region
Builds and maintains relationships with national and local union organizations; sets parameters for local union interactions
Coordinates with Finance for CBA-related budgeting and economic considerations
Partners with Training & Development to create effective management strategies through training and resource development
Stays informed about current employment trends and regulations to maintain compliance with legal requirements; ensures that policies and procedures are updated as needed
Reporting Relationship
The Senior Director of Labor Relations reports into the Vice President of Labor Relations
Major Interdependencies
Legal, Operations, Finance, Marketing and Communications, Field HR, Training & Development, Total Rewards, and Business Development
Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Work Environment
Education and Experience: The combination of education and professional experience must exceed 10 years:In a leadership role: requires 5 years of experience setting Labor Relations strategy, influencing senior level partners, managing outside labor relations consultants and law firms, and maintaining union relationships
In a technical role: requires 10 years first chair negotiating collective bargaining agreements, representing management in grievances and resolving labor relations issuesA bachelor’s degree in a program related to the functional area can count for 3 of the ten-year requirement
An MBA, JD, or a master’s level degree in a program related to the functional area can count for an additional 2 years of the ten-year requirement
In the industry: 3-5 years of Hospitality, F&B and/or Retail experience
5 years of experience with Unite HERE
Specialized Training:Training that leads to an in-depth understanding of NLRA, and state and federal employment regulations and statutes
Training that leads to an understanding of Canadian collective bargaining
Specialized Skillset/Competencies/Traits:Expert level negotiation, communication, and socialization skills
Demonstrated ability to negotiate and implement labor agreements at a national level
Strong business acumen with a strategic mindset for long-term labor relations decisions
Demonstrated history ofanticipating and balancingthe needs of the business with the needs of complexstakeholders, the employee population and individual circumstances
Demonstrated history ofcreating and maintaining positive work environmentsthroughcoaching, developing, and leading teamsto achieve common goals
Demonstrated experience exhibiting acontinuous improvement mindsetwith the ability tooptimize work processesand achieve positive results
Travel/Location:Location: This position can either be remote in the West Region of US or based at the F&B Center of Excellence in Bethesda, MD
Travel: Requires up to 60% travel to airport locations
Avolta, including Dufry, HMSHost Corporation, Hudson, and affiliates (“the Company”), is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment and to comply with anti-discrimination laws andregulations. The Company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal opportunities to applicants and team members withoutregard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, age, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, national origin, disability, military service and veteran status, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances (referred to as “protected characteristics”).
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Worksite address
bethesda, MD, 20811, US
Who can apply
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