Labor Relations Manager

Trios Health

Job Title: Labor Relations Manager

Job Type: Exempt

Wage Range: $55.11 - $74.40

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Trios Health, anchored by Trios Southridge Hospital, offers a lifetime of care across a broad spectrum of healthcare specialties and services. In fact, we've built what has become one of Eastern Washington's largest multi-specialty medical groups.

Where We Are:

Positioned in the heart of Washington wine and agriculture country, the Tri-Cities area is known for a plethora of sunshine and four predominantly mild seasons. The three major rivers, multiple nearby mountain ranges, and beautiful sun-soaked valleys offer endless natural beauty and year-round outdoor recreational opportunities.

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and a minimum of 10 days of paid time off per year (for full time employees) as well as 8 paid holidays per year.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Manager of Labor Relations is responsible for overseeing all labor relations activities across the organization. This includes ensuring adherence to collective bargaining agreements, managing the grievance process, providing education and support to leadership teams regarding union interactions, and promoting effective communication and partnerships with union representatives. The Manager will act as a strategic advisor to leadership on labor matters and ensure consistent practices across all facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To perform this job, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Ensure compliance with all collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) across facilities.
• Guide and support managers and HR teams on contract interpretation and application.
• Lead and oversee the grievance process, including step meetings, documentation, and resolution strategies.
• Provide regular training to facility leaders on labor relations, including:
- What to say (and not say) to union representatives.
- Understanding employee rights under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).
• Collaborate with legal counsel on labor-related issues as needed.
• Monitor and address potential unfair labor practice concerns.
• Develop and implement proactive labor strategies to maintain positive union relationships.
• Lead contract negotiation preparation efforts, including research and strategy sessions.
• Conduct periodic audits to ensure contract compliance at the local level.
• Develop and disseminate regular labor relations updates and educational materials to facility leaders.
• Act as the organization's primary liaison with union representatives.
• Partner with HR and compliance teams to address labor-related risks and trends.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business, or a related field.

Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in labor relations or a related field. Experience working with unionized healthcare strongly preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of labor laws and regulations, including NLRA and FMLA.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and professionalism.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed to support facilities.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit for extended periods of time; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Repetitive motion of upper body required for extended use of computer. Required specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities.

Works in well-lit, ventilated and climate-controlled office environment with routine office equipment; some equipment has moving mechanical parts.

In hospital environment, may be exposed to hazards and unusual elements, which may include but are not limited to bloodborne pathogens and / or contagious illnesses, toxic chemicals, and biohazardous materials which may require extensive safety precautions and the use of protective equipment.

Noise level in the work environment is typical for an office and/or hospital environment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.