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Job Description
Overview
At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community.
We are currently seeking a well-qualified candidate to fill our Compliance & Employee/Labor Relations Advisor position. As an Advisor, you will report to the Compliance & Employee/Labor Relations Administrator and will be responsible for developing and recommending policies, procedures and regulations, responding to and overseeing employee/labor relation concerns, assisting/participating in union negotiations, monitoring compliance and ensuring that County-wide policies, practices and procedures comply with federal, state and county rules and regulations.
Representative Duties
Assumes responsibility for the Administrator in his/her absence.
Assists and provides input on employee and labor management issues.
Assists in and participates in collective bargaining unit meetings and contract negotiations. Partners with outside counsel, the County Attorney’s Office and HR Compensation to conduct research, provide analysis and data needed by the bargaining team to develop proposals and to assess the effect of union proposals on the County.
Assists in developing strategies that lead to the successful negotiation of collective bargaining agreements that improve labor relations with respect to benefits, wages, grievances and employee welfare.
Reviews and researches laws and procedures applicable to Orange County and provides training to HR staff in conjunction with the Organizational Development & Training Section.
Develops, reviews, analyzes and revises Administrative Regulations, Orange County Policies, Operational Regulations, and departmental and county-wide operating procedures; coordinating, consolidating and editing up through publication; and assisting with developing new and improved processes.
Provides advice, assistance, guidance and recommendations to management, HR staff and employees regarding complaints, disciplinary actions, all levels of employee grievances and predetermination hearings; may be responsible for gathering information; reporting findings, and mediating workplace conflicts.
Advises management on strengths and weaknesses of grievances and predetermination cases and the probability that management’s position will be upheld.
Responds effectively to oral and written inquiries from managers and human resources staff about contract terms or interpretations based on established human resources and labor relations policies and practices.
Coordinates or advises management personnel in the investigation of employee misconduct: assists in investigatory meetings; reviews findings and conclusions; recommends or reviews proposed disciplinary actions and memoranda.
Conducts exit interviews with separating employees; maintains confidentiality.
Analyzes data and develops reports for activities managed or monitored by the section.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships in a pleasant and positive manner with a variety of people in a multi-cultural, diverse socio-economic setting.
Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Human Resources Management, Business or Public Administration, or closely related field and four years of professional level human resources experience in policy development, employee relations, or union negotiations; OR Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Human Resources Management, Business or Public Administration, or closely related field may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the required experience.
Excellent writing, communication and reporting skills.
Preferences
Professional certification in Human resources or a closely related field.
Experience administering FML / ADA Program.
Notes
Applicants may be required to take an assessment. The assessment is designed to assess various skills needed to be successful in this position
Orange County Employment and Benefits Information:
All applicants selected for hire with Orange County Government must successfully complete a Criminal and Background check.
Benefits Overview:
10 holidays including 1 floating holiday annually.
18 days paid time off per year, from year 1 through year 5 of employment. After year 5 of employment the accrual rate will increase.
6 days of TERM (sick) time annually.
Low cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance, disability.
Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for the all family members effective on day one.
Employee assistance program includes one on one sessions and online. tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
Free access to Orlando Magic gyms for the whole family, free access to County Wellworks gyms.
Free onsite coaching, including dietician and nurse.
Earn service time to forgive your student loans.
Tuition reimbursement.
Participation with Florida Retirement System () for either Pension or Investment.
Application Deadline
Posting Date: 1/24/2023
Closing Date: 2/7/2023 (Position is subject to close without notice)
This is a reposting previous applicants need not re-apply to be considered
Salary
$66,144.00 – 84,635.20 Annually
Veterans Preference
If you are claiming Veterans’ Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the close date of the posting. Please submit a cover letter and copies of documents, not originals, to Orange County Human Resources Division, PO Box 1393, Orlando, FL or fax to (only Veterans’ Preference documentation will be accepted by fax). Your cover letter should include the position posting number you are applying for, the title of the position and the last 4 digits of your social security number.
Educational Requirements
If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.
