$117,417.95 - $153,203.77 Annually
Kirkland, WA
Full-Time
202100444
Human Resources
04/11/2024
Continuous
Exempt
MAC
Why Work for Kirkland?
Ranked as one of the most livable cities in America, Kirkland is an attractive and inviting place to live, work, and visit. We have big city vision while maintaining a small-town, community feel. If you are a candidate with the desire to join an organization looking to innovate into the future, the City of Kirkland is the place for you!
If you ask our employees why they love where they work, they'll tell you about the great people, work environment, supportive management and City Council, and fearless innovation.
We also invest in you!
Competitive Wages:
We strive to maintain competitive compensation packages and work to provide wages that meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities of our employees.
Awesome Benefits:
The City offers benefits that are unmatched by most other employers. Please click on the benefits tab above to view more details.
Childcare Programs:
To help address the challenge of finding reliable childcare, the City of Kirkland has reserved spots for City employees at local and regional service providers, available at a discount. New employees gain access to Kirkland's reserved spots as soon as they start employment. Learn more!
Training and Career Development: The City of Kirkland believes in developing its employees. You will have access to training opportunities designed for career development and advancement based on your position, skills, and interests.
Job Summary
Under general direction from the Human Resources Director, the Labor and Employee Relations Manager oversees the City's labor and employee relations and manages other human resources staff. This position has oversight and responsibility for the areas including conducting and overseeing grievance responses; advising management regarding disciplinary actions; serving as lead negotiator of the City's negotiating team during labor negotiations; and may act in the capacity of Chief Examiner/Secretary for the Civil Service Commission, directing the effective administration of all Civil Service rules and regulations.
Distinguishing Characteristics: The Labor and Employee Relations Manager is part of the Human Resources leadership team which provides operational and strategic direction for the department. This position oversees labor and employee relations, serves as lead negotiator, and works closely with the Human Resources Director and Human Resources Manager to manage employee performance and resolve complaints. Whereas the Human Resources Manager oversees department operations, this position's focus is on labor management and employee relations.
Essential Functions: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Minimum Qualifications:
Physical Demands and Working Environment:
Work is performed in a typical office environment in a fast-paced department with frequent interruptions from phone calls, staff, applicants, and inter-office activities; may be exposed to individuals who are upset or irate and may be required to travel to different sites and work late hours to conduct/attend meetings. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position and operate office machinery (such as a computer) for extended periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to move about the office and position self to maintain files in cabinets. The employee may occasionally move up to 25 pounds. The employee must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand accurately. The employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading.
This is a Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime exempt position. A minimum of 40-hour workweek is expected. Additional work beyond 40 hours per workweek may be required to complete projects and meet deadlines.
Selection Process
Position requires a resume and cover letter (letter of interest) for consideration of application. Please note how you meet minimum qualifications within the cover letter. This position is open until filled, with a first review date by the 15th day of initial posting.
The City of Kirkland is a welcoming community where every person can thrive and grow. We value diversity, inclusion, belonging, and work together to support our community. We do this by solving problems, focusing on the customer, and respecting all people who come into the City whether to visit, live, or work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to creating a workforce that does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. We encourage qualified applicants of all backgrounds and identities to apply to our job postings. Persons with a disability who need reasonable accommodations in the application or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call 425-587-3210 or Telecommunications Device for the Deaf 425-587-3111.