Asst Director Labor Relations
Posted on: 7 May 2021
Atlanta, GA
Job Description
Primary Purpose:
Supervises the claim and grievance handling process and gives guidance to labor relations officers and field personnel on the accurate interpretation of rules and agreements for the crafts and territories that fall under the jurisdiction of the position, with the goal of minimum cost to the Carrier, consistent with proper application of the agreements.
Principal Duties:
Defends and promotes the Carrier's position with respect to such claims and grievances through guiding and editing the preparation of well written submissions and effective oral argument to labor boards.
Maintains current and thorough knowledge of relevant operations at the local level.
Provides guidance on application of current agreements and implementation of desired labor changes.
Negotiates and drafts changes in existing collective bargaining agreements.
Supervises Labor Relations Officers.
Maintains effective relationships with union officials, field personnel and the arbitral community.
Job Related Experience:
Minimum Level: 3-5 years Preferred Level: 6-10 years
Education:
Preferred Level: Bachelor's Degree (Any)
Preferred Majors:
Business
Business - Labor / Industrial Relations
Business - Personnel Management
Licenses / Certifications: Required: None listed Preferred: None listed
Technical Skills:
None listed
Skills and Abilities:
Communication Skills
Analytical Thinking
Decision Making
Persuading Others
Career Path:
Predecessor Jobs:
Senior Labor Relations Officer
Labor Relations Officer
Future Jobs:
Director Labor Relations
Norfolk Southern
Norfolk, VA
Norfolk Southern Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the rail transportation of raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods. The company transports industrial products, including chemicals, agriculture, and metals and construction materials; and coal, automobiles, and automotive parts. It also transports overseas freight through various Atlantic and Gulf Coast ports; and provides commuter passenger services. As of December 31, 2018, the company operated approximately 19,500 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia in the United States. Norfolk Southern Corporation was founded in 1883 and is based in Norfolk, Virginia.
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IndustryTransport/Delivery Services
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No. of Employees26,662
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