Assistant Director, Systemwide Labor Relations

Job Description:

Assistant Director, Systemwide Labor Relations

Description

Join California State University’s Labor Relations Team, where you will collaborate with labor relations professionals, HR, and campus leadership to support the success of the largest public higher education system in the U.S. Leverage your expertise in California labor law, union contracts, and strategic advising while building relationships and contributing to a collaborative, inclusive environment across the 23-campus system.

Chancellor's Office Statement

The CSU Chancellor's Office, located on the waterfront adjacent to the Aquarium of the Pacific in downtown Long Beach, is the headquarters for the nation's largest and most diverse system of higher education.

Salary

The anticipated annual salary hiring range is $125,000 to $142,764, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Work Arrangements

Flexibility to telecommute two days a week, with three days on-site at the main headquarters in Long Beach, California.

Premium Benefits

Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Generous vacation plan

15 paid holidays a year

Tuition waiver education program (also applies to eligible family members)

Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

More details here: Comprehensive Benefits Package

Classification

Administrator III

Position Information

The Assistant Director, Systemwide Labor Relations is part of a robust team that provides labor relations advising for 23 campuses, serves as the CSU's advocates at contract grievance arbitration hearings and meet and confer sessions with the applicable union(s), and represents the CSU before the Public Employment Relations Board (PERB).

What You Will Do (Responsibilities)

• Advise internal and external stakeholders on labor relations matters, providing sound, authoritative guidance to campus management, the Office of General Counsel, and others.
• Serve as the CSU advocate at meet and confer sessions and contract grievance meetings.
• Arbitrate employee grievances, including developing strategies, preparing case summaries, drafting exhibits and briefs, and negotiating settlement agreements.
• Represent CSU before PERB in all phases of the unfair practice charge process.
• Research employment and labor law issues as needed.
• Assist in developing systems to monitor the effectiveness of labor relations policies and practices.
• Develop and deliver training programs for campus managers and administrators in advocacy and labor relations.
• Analyze proposed labor legislation.

What You Will Bring (Minimum Requirements)

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Relations, Business, Law, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in union grievance resolution, arbitration hearings, or labor relations, preferably in a unionized environment.
• Ability to maintain an open, approachable demeanor and build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively manage relationships and priorities in a high-volume, dynamic environment.
• Ability to travel within California, including occasional overnight trips.
• Ability to research public employment policy and law issues.

What Sets You Apart (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience in faculty/campus relations in higher education.
• California public labor law litigation experience in PERB law and practice.
• JD or other professional degree preferred.

Application Period

Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by May 29, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed.

How To Apply

Please click "Apply Now" to complete the California State University, Chancellor's Office online employment application.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, the CSU provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager at (562) 951-4070.

Title IX

Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix

E-Verify

This position requires new hire employment verification to be processed through the E-Verify program administered by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHSUSCIS)' in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA).

If hired, you will be required to furnish proof that you are legally authorized to work in the United States. The CSU Chancellor’s Office is not a sponsoring agency for staff and Management positions (i.e., H1-B VISAS).

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all Chancellor’s Office employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.

Mandated Reporter Per CANRA

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Conflict of Interest

The duties of this position will include participation in decisions that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, the selected candidate will be required to file Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest when they first occupy the position, and on an annual basis, complete ethics training within 6 months of appointment, and attend this training every other year thereafter.

CSU Out of State Employment Policy

California State University, Office of the Chancellor, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Background

The Chancellor's Office policy requires that the selected candidate successfully complete a full background check (including a criminal records check) prior to assuming this position.

Advertised: May 08 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
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