Position Title

Director of Labor Relations

Posting Number

2025006EP

Position Information

Classification Title: Director-Labor Relations

FLSA: Exempt - Administrative

Salary / Wage Range: $91,284 (minimum) up to $127,795, depending on education, experience, and skills.

Job Summary

As part of Eastern Washington University’s ongoing commitment to excellence, we are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Labor Relations to lead and manage our comprehensive labor relations program.

Position Overview:

The Director of Labor Relations will play a pivotal role in shaping the university’s labor relations strategy and fostering a positive work environment for all employee groups. Reporting directly to the Associate Vice President for Human Resources, this leadership position will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of labor relations, including contract negotiations, discipline, grievances, arbitration, and providing expert guidance and training to both employees and supervisors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Labor Negotiations: Lead and participate in collective bargaining negotiations, ensuring fair and equitable agreements for all parties.
• Grievance and Arbitration Management: Oversee and manage grievance processes and arbitration hearings.
• Discipline and Conflict Resolution: Provide guidance in managing employee discipline and conflict resolution.
• Employee and Supervisor Training: Design and deliver training on labor relations topics.
• Strategic Guidance: Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on labor relations matters.
• Collaboration: Work closely with university leadership, union representatives, and legal counsel.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, labor relations, business or public administration, or related field.
• Five years of human resources or labor relations experience in public organizations.
• Demonstrated interest, ability and/or experience promoting cultural competency and diversity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Higher education experience in Human Resources or Labor Relations preferred.

Work Schedule Type:

Regular, typically Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm.

Conditions of Employment:

• Successful completion of a background check.
• Compliance with EWU Immunization Policy.
• Completion of DEI /Title IX/Hazing Training after hire.

Application Instructions:

1. Attach a detailed cover letter explaining how you meet the required qualifications.
2. Attach a chronological resume including work experience, education, and applicable certifications.
3. Complete the online application form.
4. Provide a Diversity Response describing your qualifications to work with diverse populations.