The Facilities Management Division has an exciting opportunity for a Career Service Employee and Labor Relations Representative. This position provides employee and labor relations support to a division of mostly represented employees. This role will be responsible for managing a multiple contacts. This role is responsible for conducting investigations; preparing EEOC responses on behalf of the division; supporting the grievance process, which may include conducting grievance hearings as the final step prior to arbitrations; recommending disciplinary and job performance corrective actions based on knowledge of arbitration and collective bargaining agreements and other applicable rules, regulations, and laws; providing advice to management on the interpretation and application of labor contracts, personnel policies and procedures; providing training in labor contract administration, disciplinary procedures, preparing disciplinary documents, employee performance management and related County and state policies and procedures; advising management on potentially litigious and sensitive employment issues; and participating in labor negotiations on behalf of the Facilities Management Division in support of the King County Office of Labor Relations.
This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) Career Service position. This may be used to generate a pool for future Career Service, Term Limited Temporary (TLT), and Special Duty Assignment (SDA) positions that may occur in this classification. The pool would be valid for twelve months upon creation and may be extended at the discretion of the hiring authority.
Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work. As the Employee and Labor Relations Representative, you will:
A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and professional-level employee and labor relations experience in a highly-unionized environment or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or skills sufficient to perform the listed job duties.
Selection Process:
An online employment application, resume and cover letter are required. Applicants will be screened for competitiveness, completeness, and written communication skills. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews and a written assessment (pass/fail). Final offers are contingent on successful completion of reference checks.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the Rosie Akopyan at Rakopyan@kingcounty.gov.
NOTE: Please answer all applicable questions in the employment application portion, with each of your jobs listed (listing each position for each employer separately), duties explained, reasons for leaving, etc.
Work Schedule: The work week is normally 40 hours, Monday through Friday. Alternative work schedules may be possible. This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, and therefore is not eligible for overtime pay.
Union Membership: This position is not represented by a union.
Class Code: 2308100
Work Location: The primary location of this position is in the King County Administration Building (500 4th ave, Seattle, WA 981014)
Teleworking:
The work associated with this position will be performed in a hybrid work environment working in the office and at home. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Employees may be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required, including the wearing of masks in some situations. King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely.
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COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
King County Executive Branch employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are the successful candidate for the position you applied for, the County will send you a conditional offer letter.
As a condition of employment, prior to a final offer of employment, you will be required to:
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
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