Systems Manager Labor Relations

Job Summary and Responsibilities

The location for this job must be in Seattle or Tacoma area. 

As our System Manager, Labor Relations, you will lead and manage collective bargaining activities and projects for which the Employee & Labor Relations team is responsible. These projects Responsibilities may be related to bargaining activities include supporting and/or leading collective bargaining negotiations, managing system-wide initiatives, and other assignments requiring the organization and synthesis of large volumes of information, as well as the analytical ability to assess the data and make recommendations for how best to address and ultimately implement and operationalize.

Every day, this position requires an understanding of the obstacles and challenges associated with implementing changes in a union environment, and an ability to navigate these challenges effectively. You will support and in some instances lead bargaining activities including preparatory research and planning; manage and facilitate responses to information requests; provide computer and other technical expertise; and generate needed proposals, reports and presentations.

To be successful in your role, you will strategically lead and manage complex labor relations projects, specializing in navigating the challenges of a unionized environment to implement systemic changes effectively. You will demonstrate exceptional analytical skills in synthesizing vast amounts of information, formulating actionable recommendations, and providing comprehensive support and lead for bargaining activities, thereby ensuring the seamless operationalization of initiatives across the organization.

• Supports and leads bargaining activities, including preparatory research, proposal development and planning, managing, and facilitating responses to information requests. Facilitates strike planning with vendors, HR and Operational leaders.
• Updates system-wide collective bargaining agreements on the employee/labor relations website. Works with local HR leaders to ensure that contractual obligations are effectuated throughout the system.
• Researches complex employee and labor relations concerns, and if necessary, coordinates efforts through Human Resources leadership and/or Legal. Produces and develops analytics, reports, and other supporting materials that aid the ELR function.
• Reviews company contracts and policies, identifying areas of inconsistency and producing materials that synthesize the information

Job Requirements

RequiredBachelors Other in Human Resources, Public Administration, Industrial/Labor Relations or closely related field and Minimum of three (3) years of human resources management experience, or its equivalent, with the majority of work in employee and labor relations, including demonstrated success supporting collective bargaining, with strong working knowledge of generally-accepted HR best practices and experience implementing those practices

Preferred Juris Doctorate with internships that demonstrate project management, negotiation skills, and contract and policy interpretation and navigation

Where You’ll Work

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.