Labor Relations Consultant

POSTING DEADLINE

This position is posted until filled.

DEPARTMENT

Department: Labor Relations

JOB DESCRIPTION

Labor Relations Consultant

Salary Grade: G06

Minimum Midpoint Maximum

$74,796 - $100,975 - $127,152

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision supports constructive labor relations with effective consulting, analysis, and systems support to Labor Relations staff, operations management and Human Resources Business Partners for labor contract administration, grievance handling, arbitrations, collective bargaining, and NLRB charges.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintains effective business relationships with unions, legal counsel, and utility industry labor relations contacts

Represents and advises operations management regarding labor contract administration, grievances and employee discipline

Investigates and coordinates with legal counsel and/or operations management concerning grievances, unfair labor practice charges and other labor relations contractual or legal matters

Assists with Collecting and analyzing data from internal and external sources related to grievances, arbitrations, negotiations, unfair labor practice charges, union requests for information and other labor relations matters

Reports findings and makes recommendations for labor relations management decisions and actions.

Prepares arbitrations and planning for negotiations. May participate in labor contract negotiations

Conducts and responds to labor relations surveys among electric utility labor relations organizations, e.g., PUEI and EEI

Interacts and maintains effective business relationships with union officials, government representatives, legal counsel, and utility industry labor relations contacts

Develops, prepares and conducts labor relations management training

Participates as company representative in meetings, surveys and other networking activities sponsored by Public Utility Employers Institute (PUEI), Edison Electrical Institute (EEI), and other utility industry groups

May act as lead on special projects and other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES:

Strong skills in oral and written communication, research and data collection, and investigation and analysis of complex issues

In-depth knowledge of Company policies and external laws and regulations relating to human resources issues, programs, and practices

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with five to seven years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume

Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:

Investigates, interprets, analyzes and advises operations management concerning labor contract issues, employee discipline, application of labor laws and other potential areas of labor conflict.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Working knowledge of database software; Human Resource systems; spreadsheet software and word processing software

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit up to 2/3 of the time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Office environment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Safety Statement:

Safety is a core value at (PNMR/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement:

PNM Resources is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with the ADA. If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.

DEI Statement:

At PNM Resources, we value the diversity of our workforce and actively seek opportunities for incorporating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within our family of companies. We believe a diverse workforce enriches our environment and helps us better meet the needs of our employees, customers, and shareholders. We remain committed to attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce and retaining high-performing employees who work collaboratively to carry out the Company's purpose.

PNM Resources and affiliates are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers. Women, minorities, disabled individuals and veterans are encouraged to apply.