Union Relations Negotiator

Business Unit: GE Infrastructure, AviationFunction: Human ResourcesResponsibilities: * Provide day-to-day Union Relations support for an assigned location including the negotiation of all collective bargaining agreements and dispute resolution at the terminal step of the grievance procedure.
Represent the Company at all legal proceedings as it pertains to Union Relations.
Represent the Company in Union Relations matters with unions at a designated site(s).
Exercise good judgment by making decisions which would not be contrary to Company policies or Union contracts as that the best possible relations are maintained between the respective parties and that the best interest of the Company and its' employees are maintained free of work stoppages or slowdowns.
Provide advice and counsel to management, Human Resource/Union Relations direct or indirect reports on contract language interpretation and other Union policies, practices, and procedures.
Negotiation responsibility for the collective bargaining agreements, and terminal stage grievances.
Assist the Legal Operation with all legal matters pertaining to the Union(s) such as arbitration hearings, National Labor Review Board (NLRB) hearings, discipline review boards, etc.
Assist other functional support groups such as Compensation, Employment, Benefits, etc. in matters pertaining to union represented employees.
Interface with Corporate Union Relations as required.
REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience in Union Relations work).
At least 3 years of experience in labor-management relations work, including negotiations.Desired: * Additional Union Relations negotiations experience preferred.
Knowledge of national and local contracts.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Credible and tough-minded, able to think on his/her feet.
Proven administrative ability.General: GE Overview:
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