Labor Relations Representative

King County Parks has an exciting opportunity for an Employee & Labor Relations Representative who will play a critical role in navigating complex situations dealing with employee and labor relations. In this role, you will be a trusted advisor and partner to key leaders and will have the ability to influence and make large-scale impacts to some of the most crucial decision making, policy making, and bargaining in the Division.

About the Role:

This role will be an essential partner to Parks Division employees and leaders as part of the Human Resources team. The Employee and Labor Relations Representative will be involved with representing the division in labor negotiations and Collective Bargaining Agreements. This role will also be a central point of contact for managers and supervisors as an advisor for complex employee relations matters and as a resource of support and guidance for performance and labor relations.

This position performs work remotely and onsite.

About the Team:

The Parks Human Resources team plays a vital role in shaping a positive, inclusive, and professional workplace by partnering with staff and leaders across the division to manage and administer employee-centered policies and procedures. Committed to delivering accurate, timely information and connecting employees with essential resources, the team supports the entire organization in navigating current and future workforce needs. While driving efficiency and delivering high-quality service, the Parks HR team also values and models a healthy work-life balance.

Backed by strong support from Parks leadership, HR is seen as a trusted, active partner in all areas of our work.

Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:
King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an Employee & Labor Relations Representative, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work.

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What You Will Be Doing:

• Guide and advise supervisors and managers on sensitive employee relations matters, including employee investigations, performance management and progressive discipline.
• Act as the primary respondent on behalf of the division for labor grievances; serve as the process owner and advises on avenues of resolution.
• Serve as a representative of the Division/Department in bargaining with labor unions.
• Interprets and provides guidance on matters involving collective bargaining agreements.

Qualifications You Bring:

• Demonstrated experience providing strategic communications, counsel, and advice to management and other county partners, especially regarding employee relations or labor relations.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of labor law, labor relations, collective bargaining practices, and contract interpretation.
• Demonstrated experience managing and leading investigations for complex employee relations issues.
• Ability to effectively multitask and handle complex, multilayered issues with competing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
• Advanced proficiency in written and verbal communications.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Suite applications.

Competencies You Bring:

• Ensures Accountability:
  Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Manages Complexity:
  Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Balances Stakeholders:
  Anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders.
• Collaborates:
  Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Manages Conflict:
  Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
• Communicates Effectively:
  Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Instills Trust:
  Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:

• Public sector experience in environments with large, unionized work forces.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive, confidential, and potentially litigious workplace issues.
• Knowledge and multi-year experience within the field of human resources and labor relations.
• Advanced interpersonal skills and the ability to work cooperatively and effectively with internal and external customers and clients.
• A commitment to upholding and embodying the principles…