Sr. Director of Labor & Employee Relations
Job in
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30383, USA
Listing for:
MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority)
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-24
Job specializations:
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HR/Recruitment
Talent Manager, HR Manager
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Management
Talent Manager, HR Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 125000 - 150000 USD Yearly
USD
125000.00
150000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Directly responsible for day-to-day activities related to the Department of Labor & Employee Relations. Leads a team of professional staff who provides expertise and guidance to management on Labor & Employee Relations initiatives that accomplish the work. Oversees and ensures that all labor relations activities adhere to the specified terms of the collective bargaining agreement between MARTA and Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 732.
Develops, implements, and administers programs designed to limit and resolve Labor & Employee Relations conflicts, complaints, and non-Title VII complaints. Responsible for the development of policies, procedures, and guidelines that govern improvements in MARTA’s employee relations and organizational development programs. Directs the design of Labor & Employee Relations training, informational sessions, and provides day-to-day guidance to managers and supervisors. Directly oversees and manages the establishment of labor strategies and spearheads all activities related to labor negotiations.
Serves as MARTA’s chief negotiator and/or liaison during collective bargaining. Oversees all other aspects of labor/employee relations providing specific expertise in areas including, but not limited to contract administration/interpretation, conflict/grievance resolution, and arbitration process.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Directly responsible for day-to-day activities related to the integrated functions of the Authority’s labor and employee relations programs and practices.Develops and administers programs designed to limit and resolve labor and employee relations conflicts, complaints, and non-Title VII complaints using a variety of conciliation/mediation methods and resources in a fair, equitable and consistent manner.Advises and counsels management and union officials regarding labor/personnel policies and practices, grievances, conflicts, performance disputes and interpretation of the union labor agreement.Provides performance management guidance to line management (coaching, counseling, career development, and disciplinary actions).Provides guidance and direction to management during union campaigns, elections or work stoppages.Develops and implements the Authority’s vision for labor and employee relations practices including the collective bargaining process; establishment of long‑range labor strategies that preserve management rights and enhance employee commitment, motivation, and productivity. This includes but is not limited to contract negotiations and administration; grievance processing/resolution; arbitration process and conflict resolution.Directly oversees and manages the establishment of labor strategies and spearheads activities related to labor negotiations. Serves as MARTA’s chief negotiator and/or chairperson of the management negotiating team during union contract negotiations and/or collective bargaining efforts. Works with the Department of Finance to determine the financial impact of union and/or management’s proposed recommendations during contract negotiations.Provides contract interpretation and labor relations policy direction, advice and expertise to management and union officials.Prepares, summarizes, and/or makes recommendations regarding labor/employee relations policies, procedures, and philosophies as well as management positions on specific issues in negotiation/collective bargaining and ongoing contract administration. Monitors and updates work rules and discipline codes for the represented union.May conduct and/or coordinate grievance hearings. May assist management in the preparation for hearings; prepare briefs for arbitration cases or represent the Authority in arbitration hearings.Performs other related duties as assigned, including Transit Ambassador Assignments.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Directly and indirectly, supervise a staff of management, professional, and administrative support employees engaged in the administration and management of labor and employee relations programs and practices. Interviews, hires, and develops subordinate personnel; sets standards and evaluates performance of employees; provides…
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