NiSource

Director of Labor Relations

Columbus OH - Arena District, USA · Director

Work authorization required$160k-$240kDetected 68 days ago

Project ManagementNegotiationHREmployee RelationsResearchLeadershipProblem SolvingPublic Speaking

About the role

This position provides expertise and guidance to operations leaders, members of executive leadership team and Human Resources Consultants across the NiSource Companies to ensure consistent execution of business initiatives, strategies and objectives.
Researches and provides interpretation of complex CBA provisions, arbitration awards and agreements in order to enforce collective bargaining agreements.
Establishes and leverages an active Labor Steering Committee to ensure priorities and trade-offs are address across NiSource.

Partners with leaders across the organization to develop and implement labor relations strategies that are consistent with corporate initiatives and collective bargaining agreements.
Builds and maintain an integrated labor strategy document that includes all opportunities, desired outcomes and timing.
Develops and maintains a constructive relationship with union leaders in order to build a foundation of trust for negotiating and resolving matters on behalf of the Company.
Works with the legal department to maintain compliance with the CBAs as well as all applicable employment/labor laws, union organizing activity, election campaigns, and charges before the National Labor Relations Board.
Develops a positive employee relations strategy designed to assess employee risk, build leader capabilities and ensure a positive employee experience.
Partners with talent management function to design and deliver management training interventions.

Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or other related field OR equivalent work experience
Proven effective leadership skills, including the ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and diverse stakeholder groups
Ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization
Strong analytical and problem solving capability, along with the ability to communicate both orally and in writing in a clear concise, organized and persuasive manner
Demonstrated ability to multi-task and balance numerous priorities in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment

The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.

Assists in preparation of arbitration hearings and serves as company witness when requested.
Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law.
Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.
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