Labor Relations Manager

City of Springfield

is seeking applicants for

Labor Relations Manager

Department:
Office of Human Resources

Division:
Human Resources

Work Location:

300 S 7TH ST

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, 62701

United States

Work Hours:

Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Starting Rate: $87,360 - $98,800 Annually

Eligibility Requirements:
Open to All Applicants

Union:
Non-Union Position

Final Date to Apply: 6/21/2026 at 5:59 PM

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

* Review current and proposed labor employment and labor legislation that may impact employee relations. Reviews policies regarding employment and labor issues to identify their applicability to labor issues.

* Evaluate dates, revenue forecasts, employment trends and practices of other jurisdictions for development of a plan of action to serve as the limit of bargainable benefits. Consult with staff of the Office of Human Resources, Office of Budget and Management, and Office of Corporation Counsel to develop plan limits and negotiation strategy.

* Conduct training sessions for supervisors and managers in issues related to human resources, labor relations, or collective bargaining agreements. Conduct research and investigations regarding alleged employee misconduct as assigned.

* Advise management of rights and responsibilities under collective bargaining agreements in a timely and accurate manner. Effectively answer managers' and supervisors' questions related to collective bargaining agreements and employment policies in a timely and accurate manner.

* Serve as negotiator or member of negotiating teams for purposes of collective bargaining with union officials. Primary contact and liaison between union representatives and the City. Develop and directs the application of labor relations policies and procedures for the City of Springfield.

* Coordinate timely scheduling of and preparation for contract negotiations. Advise the Director of Human Resources and City officials on the status of negotiations and makes recommendations regarding negotiating positions.

Required Qualifications:

Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college with courses in labor relations, personnel administration, business administration, or related field and four years experience in labor relations with extensive labor negotiations. Requires thorough knowledge of collective bargaining and employment laws at the federal, state and local levels. Juris Doctor (JD) and license to practice law in the State of Illinois is optional but is preferred.

Must have exceptional written and oral communications skills. Must also possess the ability to organize facts and analyze proposals and positions; think quickly in adversarial situations; and make effective public presentations.

Preference for employment in all positions with the city shall be given to applicants who are full-time city residents.

To be eligible to apply, current City employees must have completed their probationary period and attained certified status in their current position.

Benefits:

* Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

* Free Health Clinic

* Pension Plan

* Deferred Compensation

* 4 weeks paid parental leave

* 14 paid holidays

* 10-25 paid vacation days, based on years of service

* 12 paid sick days annually

* Tuition Reimbursement

If assistance in applying is required, please notify the Office of Human Resources at  or human resources.us