Disney Hiring for Manager, Labor Relations at Anaheim, CA Full Time

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Job ID 10040966

Location Anaheim, California, United States

Business Disney Parks, Experiences and Products

Date posted Feb. 07, 2023

Job Summary:
The Manager – Labor Relations interprets HR processes/protocol related to collective bargaining agreements (consultation/discipline), grievances, labor management issues, and negotiation (effects bargaining, arbitration, contract review, drafting of proposals/grids, witness preparation, etc.), and advises clients, and LR Managers & Associates on their appropriate implementation/administration.

Responsibilities

Proactively assesses client and business needs and manages the development/delivery of collective bargaining agreement interpretation (long term impacts of language to business initiatives, research proposed business changes, etc.) to meet them, often developing multiple option solutions.

Provides input as a management team member/peer for the specific client/business by providing applicable consultation related to the collective bargaining agreement.

Understands the impact of assigned work, prioritizes work, develops tactical plans to ensure the completion of objectives within any constraints (e.g., budgets/costs), and advocates the Company’s position in accordance with applicable policies, the collective bargaining agreement, and the law during grievances.

Facilitates the arbitration process including managing the relationship with outside counsel, preparing witnesses and evidence, and supporting the Company argument.

Project plans and provides support for execution of negotiations and effects bargaining, including leading information gathering for union and Company partners.

Negotiates with the union on behalf of the company, including drafting Company proposals, integrating partners impacted by contract changes, managing the goals and expectations for the negotiations team, and strategizing on impacts to protect the brand.

Act as the Company point of contact for investigations and responses to governmental agencies (e.g. NLRB, EEOC and other federal, state or local agencies), using strong written/verbal communication, fact finding and analytical skills.

Develop/leads client training educating the business on changes to the collective bargaining agreement and leadership responsibility in locally honoring/administering the contract (executive and salaried).

Prepares and processes settlement agreements, union information requests and updates to Cast Member records.

Basic Qualifications:
3-5 years of leadership experience in Labor Relations, Human Resources, or equivalent (e.g. negotiations preparation, bargaining, implementation and administration of Collective Bargaining Agreements).

Strong understanding and working knowledge of all aspects of labor and employment laws including, but not limited to NLRA, Title VII, EEO, ADA, and FMLA; and associated employment laws.

Ability to demonstrate tact, diplomacy, and nuanced understanding of the communication needs of different audiences and represent the Company in a professional manner.

Bachelor’s Degree preferably in field of Industrial Labor Relations, Labor Law or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:
JD or equivalent training and accreditation

Bilingual

The hiring range for this position in Anaheim is $120,000 to $165,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.