Senior Labor Relations Specialist

🇺🇸 New Brunswick, NJ 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $94K - $145K 💻 Human Resources 🗓️ June 1st, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Rutgers University is hiring a Senior Labor Relations Specialist for the Office of University Labor Relations. The role involves assisting in the negotiation, interpretation, and administration of collective negotiation agreements, leading and guiding Labor Relations Specialists, and resolving complex labor and employee relations issues.

Highlights

Participates in collective negotiations and presents proposals during negotiation sessions.
Designs and delivers workshops on employee and labor relations topics.
Develops and administers university employee and labor relations policies and procedures.
Leads and makes work assignments to Labor Relations Specialists as authorized.
Advises supervisors and employees on labor and employee relations matters.
Conducts research on relevant legislation and provides guidance on grievance procedures.
Collaborates with University Human Resources on human resources policy recommendations.
Works regularly with the Office of General Counsel on grievance and disciplinary arbitrations, PERC proceedings, and contract interpretation.
Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least five years of complex experience in labor relations or human resources within a unionized environment.
Proficiency in databases and spreadsheet software, with knowledge of employment and labor laws; preferred qualifications include advanced or law degrees and prior experience in higher education or healthcare labor relations.
Salary ranges from $94,492 to $144,715 depending on qualifications and experience.