EMPLOYEE RESOURCES, EQUITY & LABOR RELATIONS DIRECTOR
The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation of Florida (ACLU of Florida or ACLU FL) is seeking a full-time Employee Resources, Equity, & Relations Director to lead the affiliate human resources functions and manage employee relations, including coordinating union negotiations, participating in collective bargaining, managing grievances and advising managers regarding labor laws, contracts and disciplinary proceedings. The Director may be based in one of the ACLU of Florida’s offices (currently, Miami or Tallahassee) or work remotely in the state of Florida.
The American Civil Liberties Union Foundation of Florida is an affiliate of the national ACLU, a national public interest organization devoted to the defense of civil rights and civil liberties. For over 100 years, the ACLU has served as the nation’s primary protector of the liberties that define our democracy. The organization implements its vital civil liberties mission in all 50 states in large part through affiliate entities such as the ACLU of Florida.
The ACLU of Florida, the state’s largest civil rights and civil liberties organization, employs litigation, public policy advocacy, communications strategies, and public education to protect and promote a broad range of constitutional values and individual rights, such as freedom of speech, equality, due process, racial justice, privacy, religious liberty, criminal-justice reform, voting rights, reproductive freedom, LGBTQ+ rights, disability rights, and immigrants’ rights. The ACLU of Florida litigates a broad range of constitutional cases in state and federal courts through direct representation and amicus briefs, and by submitting administrative complaints to state and federal agencies.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Employee Resources, Equity, and Relations Director will oversee all aspects of the ACLU FL’s workforce, including labor relations, recruitment, hiring, employee training and development, benefits administration, performance management, employee relations, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and the Collective Bargaining Agreement, essentially acting as a bridge between management and employees to maintain a positive work environment and optimize talent within the organization.
This position is part of the Executive team and requires a high level of critical thinking and ingenuity in bringing successful resolution to unusually complex and strategic situations and issues.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Handles routine labor relations and human resource inquiries related to policies, procedures, and bargaining agreements, coordinates resolution of complex matters in concert with appropriate management staff.
- Manages administration of collective bargaining agreement, including compliance training and guidance for managers and implementation of grievance and arbitration procedures.
- Advises the board, managers and employees on sensitive labor and employee relations matters, including providing guidance in managing performance issues and disciplinary actions.
- Manages formal and informal complaints and grievances, oversees investigations and advises the affiliate on a full range of employee relations matters including informal and formal grievances, development of performance management plans, disciplinary issues, employee assistance referrals, and reduction in force issues.
- Facilitates on-going communication and working relationships with employee representative organizations including coordination of joint labor-management committees.
- Develop and recommend Human Resources policies and procedures concerning employee relations and personnel practices.
- Helps directors with hiring, evaluating, training, discipline and dismissal of staff as necessary.
- Manages the process to investigate and respond to complaints from the Bureau of Labor or other agencies.
- May represent the ACLU of Florida in arbitrations and Employment Relations Board hearings related to unfair labor practice complaints.
- Conducts interviews and gathers information for employee relations matters such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other concerns; informs appropriate staff when additional investigation is required.
- Maintains current knowledge of employee and labor relations trends, legal decisions, and statutory changes; conducts research necessary to support employee relations.
- Assists with recordkeeping related to hiring, termination, leave, transfer, and promotion particularly as related to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), affirmative action, and diversity initiatives.
- Maintains knowledge and understanding of laws and regulations related to EEO, affirmative action, DEI, collective bargaining, unions, labor relations, and human resources.
- Ensures the setting of guidelines/standards for organizational and workforce culture in alignment with principles of inclusion, equity, non-discrimination, and the ACLU’s mission and core values.
- Assists with preparation of plans, policies, documents, and reports including EEO-1, affirmative action plans, organizational charts, labor agreements, and employee handbooks.
- Provides consultation and recommendations to senior management regarding human resources functions and benefits systems, i.e., compensation and salary administration, employee rewards and benefits programs, professional development, time away and leave policies, recruitment and hiring practices.
- Creates a variety of written and support materials to facilitate human resources internal communications, i.e., policies, memoranda, project reports, and human resources analytics.
- Disseminates information and manages the administration of regular and ongoing trainings, workshops, and discussions for the staff and board related to the elimination of individual and systemic bias, inequities, and exclusionary practices.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Thorough understanding of laws, regulations, and guidelines related to HR and contract negotiations.
- Ability to advise and assist department managers and staff regarding application of statutes, regulations, contracts and employee relations practices relating to their functional areas.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Degree in human resources, labor relations or related field required.
- At least seven (7) years of professional Labor Relations, human resources or related experience required.
- SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Compensation will be commensurate with experience, within the range of $105,000 - $140,000.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please indicate where you learned of this job posting. No phone calls, please.
This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU of Florida reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.
The ACLU of Florida offers a generous total rewards program including but not limited to:
- Comprehensive employer paid health benefits package with individual employee coverage 100%
- Employer paid life, long-term and short-term disability insurance
- Up to twelve weeks of paid medical leave after one year’s service
- Defined Contribution 401K Retirement Plan with employer match
- 5 weeks of paid vacation
- 13 paid holidays and 2 personal days
- 12 sick days
- Annual wellness allotment
- Professional development and access to educational platforms
- Employee Resource Groups
- Additional subscription services and wellness tools
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Please send cover letter & resume, by email to [email protected]. All inquiries should include Employee Resources, Equity and Labor Relations Director, the subject line and all attachments should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Please note that we will only be able to follow up with those candidates under consideration. No phone calls, please.
This job description provides a general but not comprehensive list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required for the Employee Resources, Equity and Relations Director position. It does not represent a contract of employment. The ACLU of Florida reserves the right to change the job description and/or posting at any time without advance notice.
The ACLU of Florida is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU of Florida encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, LGBTQIA+, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. If selected for an interview, please inquire if financial assistance is needed to attend.
The ACLU of Florida makes every effort to ensure that its recruitment and employment efforts provide persons with disabilities with full opportunities for employment in all positions.
The ACLU of Florida undertakes affirmative action strategies in its recruitment and employment efforts to ensure that persons with disabilities have full opportunities for employment in all positions.