The Charter County of Wayne is Michigan's first and largest County! Home to 34 cities and nine townships; from Rockwood to Livonia, from Sumpter Township to the Grosse Pointes, each community in Wayne County offers residents and businesses a unique blend of opportunity to live, work, play and raise families.

Headquartered in beautiful Downtown Detroit, our largest city and the automotive capital of the world, Wayne County Government offers a diversified economy and high standards for our residents' quality of life. With a history rich in culture, arts and diverse communities, Wayne County takes pride in its promotion of diversity, inclusion and equity, not only through its residents but also through its employees.

Becoming a part of the Wayne County team means that you are driven, ambitious and ready to have a positive impact on the community.

DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR JOB DUTIES

The Labor Relations Analyst will resolve disputes between workers and managers, negotiate collective bargaining agreements, or coordinate grievance procedures to address employee complaints. The Labor Relations Analyst participates in meetings between labor and management to discuss and attempt to resolve issues of mutual concern. Generally, the position serves as a resource for managers and County executives. The position is also responsible for drafting contract proposals and compiling information and statistics on the economic proposals of both labor and management.

• Advise managers on the proper application of collective bargaining agreements ("CBAs") and various other labor relations matters.
• Provide consultation to managers regarding the appropriate steps for employee discipline or other corrective action.
• Investigate allegations of employee complaints such as harassment, improper conduct, workplace violence
• Advise managers the appropriate steps of employee development including performance management and disciplinary action
• Advise managers on labor issues when needed
• Serve as Step 4 grievance hearing officer and issue responses including preparing grievance settlement agreements.
• Research, prepare and advocate on arbitrations and other labor hearings
• Prepare briefs related to above mentioned administrative hearings
• Assist in the development of strategies for negotiations
• Assist in preparation of proposals
• Assist in negotiations
• Facilitate Meetings, Negotiations and Special Conferences
• All other duties as assigned

ELIGIBLE PERSONS

At the time of application, eligible persons must have:

A Bachelor's degree in labor relations, Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or closely related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

At least one (1) to five (5) years of Public Sector labor relations experience, Human Resources certification, and/or legal training preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Wayne County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to: recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

For information regarding the Department of Justice - EEO Utilization Report, please visit https://www.waynecounty.com/departments/phr/legal-postings.aspx.

Accommodations: If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Wayne County Department of Personnel/Human Resources at 313-224-5901 or via email at hrexam@waynecounty.com. Hearing or speech impaired persons using TDD's or similar devices may contact the Michigan Relay Center, toll free at (800) 649-3777 or 711 to communicate directly with the Department of Personnel/Human Resources during regular working hours.