Description
There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly, and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include a competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy, and well-traveled. From employee-run “Business Resource Group” communities to world-class benefits like parental leave, 401k and privileges like space available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?
At United, we offer more than jobs, we build careers. Our HR team is passionate about growing our diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We empower our team members to pursue unique career paths, promote a culture where all employees feel included and empowered to a make a measurable difference in our success, and value the achievements and advancement of our diverse workforce. Join our team and chart your own uniquely United career journey!
Key Responsibilities
The main responsibility of this position is to represent the company in grievance proceedings and arbitrations, and to ensure that collective bargaining agreements (CBA) and disciplinary procedures are consistently implemented across divisions through various dispute resolution means. Position also involves negotiation, the review of grievances and related documents and other duties as assigned by the Director.
Conducts dispute resolution responsibilities with employee groups represented by CBA(s)
Researches, prepares, and presents the Company’s position in arbitration involving union grievances before the respective System Boards of Adjustment
Represents the company in the arbitration and mediation of represented employee grievances
Supports arbitration process with case briefing as vital and other written materials
Serve as Company member of System Board as necessary
Engages in activities necessary to coordinate dispute resolution process
Plans and implements all necessary activities surrounding the arbitration docket
Establishes and maintains ongoing positive relationships with all levels of Union officials
Works cooperatively with union to schedule arbitration and mediation
Supports business units in dispute resolution process
Acts quickly to generate alternative approaches or strategies to solve legal or union issues
Anticipates potential barriers due to union, contractual or legal constraints
Advises and counsel HR and senior leadership on policy initiatives related to labor and employment
Qualifications
United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table.
What’s Needed To Succeed (Minimum Qualifications)
Bachelor Degree plus three or more years in a law firm or HR experience, with labor relations experience in a union/management environment; negotiating, interpreting and administering CBA(s)
Prior arbitration experience required
Comprehensive understanding of unions and labor environments, in addition to employment and legal principles, practices and plans
Extensive knowledge of HR policies
Understanding of federal and state laws and regulations relating to HR
Three or more years in a law firm or HR experience, with labor relations experience in a union/management environment negotiating, interpreting and/or administering CBA(s)
Prior arbitration or litigation experience required
Knowledge/understanding of HR Policies
Organizational interdependencies, interfaces and processes
Negotiation/Consensus Building
Expertise in strategy development, union relations, HR policy development and implementation, consulting, relationship-building, Microsoft Office proficiency
Arbitration Proficiency
Strong effective writing skills, analytical thinking, and communication skills
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
Reliable, punctual attendance is a crucial function of the position
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
Masters in HR or LR, or JD
United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.
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