Director, Human Resources

Company Description:
WeDriveU is the leader in shared mobility solutions that connect communities, campuses, and workplaces. WeDriveU operates private shuttle and public transit systems across the U.S serving millions of passenger journeys a year. The company's 4,000+ team members operate 2,300 vehicles across 44 U.S. locations, providing safe, reliable and sustainable options as part of a global family of brands serving more than 1B bus and rail passengers on four continents. Visit www.wedriveu.com. Job Description:
The Director, Human Resources will report to the VP of Human Resources and will provide counsel and direction on the administration of labor agreements to ensure the company's mission to deliver a safe, reliable and efficient transportation service to the public. This position primarily provides experienced interpretation and advisement on labor-management activities, collective bargaining agreements and labor law to protect the company's financial interests and promote its strategic goals, with an objective to prevent and resolve labor disputes.

Duties and Responsibilities: Manage grievance and disciplinary cases appealed by the various unions to the Labor Relations Department. Represent the company during on-property and virtual appeal hearings with the various union leaders. Research and prepare appeal denial letter within time limits. Calculate the cost or liability of claims. Negotiate stipulations of settlement where appropriate. Analyze cases and make decisions to uphold, overturn or modify decisions made by Department Heads/designees related to such appeals. Represent the LIRR at contract interpretation and disciplinary arbitrations. Prepare persuasive and well supported briefs/submissions for arbitration. Present Carrier's position through oral argument in arbitration hearings. Manage and provide direction to departmental managers in handling contract interpretation, employee complaints, dispute resolution, implementing new initiatives within contractual restraints and related to contracting-out issues.
Advise and counsel VP of HR and Senior Leadership on current labor relations issues. Provide consultation and expert advice to management or other groups on handling labor relations issues. Represent the VP of HR and company at various meetings as needed. Provide instruction at training classes as necessary. Plan and participate in collective bargaining sessions. Prepare local written agreements with and communications to the various Labor Organizations. Administer certain contractual provisions that include payments and other required contractual entitlements. Ensure a safe working environment and adherence to guidelines of company safety policies and procedures. Lead by example. In addition to the Labor responsibilities, this position will oversee other areas of HR as needed.Perform other assignments as requested bv senior management.

Skills Required and Physical Demands:
Extensive knowledge of labor laws, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements. Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Analytical and research skills to gather and analyze data. Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. Experience in labor negotiations or related field. Familiarity with labor market trends and industry standards. Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Education and Qualifications:
Hard Requirements
Bachelor's degree in industrial & Labor Relations or a related field. Juris Doctorate or master's in industrial/Labor Relations strongly preferred. Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in Labor Relations and/or labor and employment law. Up to 20-40% travel required

Preferred requirements:
Professional certification in labor relations or related field may be preferred.

EEOC
WeDriveU and National Express are equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.