Director of Labor Relations Job at City of Minneapolis
An executive search is underway to attract an exceptionally qualified candidate to serve as Director of Labor Relations for the City of Minneapolis. This is a rare and incredible opportunity to lead our labor relations efforts in a fast-paced, exciting environment.
The Director of Labor Relations is responsible for directing the development and implementation of a comprehensive approach to labor relations that fosters a mutually respectful and responsible relationship with bargaining groups and ensuring compliance with state and federal labor and employment laws, civil service rules and ordinances, and negotiated labor contracts.
As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose—serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.
Major responsibilities include:
- Developing long-term labor strategies to achieve City goals over multiple contract periods.
- Serving as the City’s lead labor negotiator, ensuring that all labor contracts follow the City’s financial, legal, and policy constraints and align with City goals and values.
- Providing direction, leadership, and support to labor relations team members.
- Developing strong partnerships with City departments to develop credibility and expertise of the labor relations function.
- Coordinating the development of contract provisions with input from Human Resources staff and department heads.
- Developing professional relationships with the leadership and agents of bargaining units based on trust and mutual respect.
- Maintaining a professional network to keep current on regional and national labor relations trends.
Bachelor’s Degree in Public or Business Administration, Industrial Relations or related field.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
Ten years of progressively responsible experience including at least three years in a government-related position with administrative or management experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EQUIVALENCY
A cover letter and resume are required. You must attach a cover letter and updated resume to your application.
Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
This leader has excellent interpersonal and managerial skills and adeptly directs or addresses concurrent priorities. The Director readily develops trusted relationships at all levels of the organization and interacts comfortably with elected and appointed officials and with diverse teams and individuals who have differing levels of education, language, and cultural backgrounds.
The Director consistently exhibits exemplary customer service skills and a strong
With a vision of labor relations as a pathway for innovation and process improvement, the Director identifies opportunities to integrate labor contracts into the operations and budgets of City departments.
Benefits Summary
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being.
Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page.
New 12 weeks of paid Parental Leave.
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.
Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.
Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.
Benefits
Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements.
Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.
- Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
- Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).
Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:
- Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
- Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs-such as qualified parking and van pool expenses-with pre-tax dollars
Learning and development
To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.
Other perks
Employees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program (Download PDF reader), technology discounts and more.
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