Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyGeneral Services, Office of

TitleHuman Resources Specialist 2 (Labor Relations) - VID 172315

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $82246 to $105255 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12242

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Current New York State employee with one year or more of qualifying permanent service in a position allocated to a Grade 21 or above and eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 or 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Two years of recent Labor Relations experience or experience in a role responsible for conducting investigations.
• Experience preparing for and presenting at arbitrations and/or other administrative hearings.
• Knowledge of Civil Service Law Section 75 and Articles 33 & 34 of the PEF and CSEA contracts.

Duties Description The incumbent will carry out the full range of Labor Relations activities for the Office of General Services. Incumbent must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, as the primary role of the position is to interact with program supervisors regarding corrective action for employees and to investigate employee misconduct. The incumbent will utilize their communication skills to coach supervisors, advise supervisors on agency policy, and advise supervisors on employee counseling and discipline. Additionally, these skills will be utilized during investigations of misconduct and presentation at related hearings as outlined below. Incumbent will also perform the full range of supervisory responsibilities. Duties will include, but are not limited to the following:

Labor Relations:
• Provide guidance to program managers and supervisors regarding agency policy and procedures, negotiated agreements, and policies & procedures of outside agencies such as Civil Service, Office of Employee Relations (OER), Office of the State Comptroller (OSC).
• Assist program managers in the implementation of employee counseling.
• Conduct investigations on employee disciplinary matters, including witness interviews, interrogations and drafting of investigative summaries.
• Draft and issue administrative notices such as cease and desist letters, suspension notices and disciplinary charges.
• Prepare and present OGS case theory and evidence at employee disciplinary arbitrations, to include witness preparation, testimony, opening & closing arguments and drafting of post hearing brief where applicable.
• Conduct agency level hearings on both contract and non-contract employee grievances.
• Assist in the development and delivery of Labor Relations training programs.
• Consult with Legal Services on criminal matters, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and Division of Human Rights matters, Office of the State Inspector General referrals, and employee disciplinary cases, as necessary.

Labor Management:
• Develop and maintain dialogue with union representatives on Labor/Management topics.
• Assist in preparation of agenda items for and represent OGS at Labor/Management meetings.
• Assist in the negotiation and development of local Labor/Management agreements.

Note: Some limited travel may be required.

Additional Comments The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants from all communities to apply.

For a full version of OGS’s EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit http://www.ogs.ny.gov/employment.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Human Resources/EP

Telephone 518-473-5282

Fax 518-486-1631

Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM

31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12242

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.