Prin Human Resources Spec

$148,000 - $148,000/Yr

Nevada National Security Site - Mercury, NV

Full-time - Senior

Mercury, NV

About the position

The Principal Human Resources Specialist at the Nevada National Security Site plays a crucial role in managing labor relations, collaborating with union leaders and management to resolve complex issues, and ensuring compliance with labor agreements. This position requires strong communication skills, the ability to handle sensitive conversations, and a deep understanding of labor relations functions.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level services regarding all labor relations functions.
• Collaborate with Union Leaders and Management up to the Director level to resolve complex issues and reach agreements.
• Lead/co-chair in contract negotiations.
• Manage negotiations preparations and processes, including key financial information.
• Possess knowledge of Project Labor Agreements/Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Conduct investigations on internal and external employee concerns and complaints.
• Assist with grievances from unions and ensure resolutions through proper processes.
• Review policies, procedures, agreements, and instructions related to labor relations and advise management accordingly.
• Respond to all issues and concerns from management, employees, contractors, and other sources in a timely manner.
• Provide independent judgment to identify personnel and labor relations areas of concern, prepare responses, and provide recommendations.
• Manage challenging and sensitive conversations with labor union personnel and MSTS employees up to the Director level.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information concerning employees.
• Develop internal and external reports on investigations utilizing the Association of Workplace Investigations (AWI) process.
• Provide backup to the random drug-screening program and handle consequences of positive drug/alcohol screenings.
• Interface with Legal, Internal Audit, and Employee Relations on issues.
• Cross-train and work with Employee Relations staff on investigations and contracts.
• Stay informed on employment law changes in relevant states.

Requirements

• Experience in labor relations functions at a senior level.
• Strong communication skills to interact with union leaders and management.
• Ability to handle sensitive and challenging conversations.
• Knowledge of Project Labor Agreements and Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Familiarity with the Davis-Bacon Determination.
• Experience conducting investigations on employee concerns and complaints.
• Ability to manage grievances and ensure proper resolution processes.
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills in labor relations matters.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with multiple union agreements including Operating Engineers Local 12, Teamsters Local 631, Culinary Union 226, Paramedics and Firefighters, and Independent Guard of Nevada, Local No. 1.
• Knowledge of employment law changes in California, Nevada, New Mexico, and Maryland.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range between $97k and $148k per year.