Job Description
Job DescriptionLHH is seeking a Human Resources Manager with Union Experience!
Locations: East Bay, CA (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience
About the Opportunity
A well-established nonprofit organization serving a diverse workforce across multiple locations is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead employee relations, labor relations, policy development, compliance, and HR operations. This role is a strategic partner to leadership and plays a critical role in fostering a positive workplace culture while ensuring compliance with employment laws and collective bargaining agreements.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with executive leadership on employee relations, workplace investigations, and conflict resolution.
- Lead and support labor relations initiatives, including collective bargaining preparation, negotiations, contract administration, and union-management collaboration.
- Develop, update, and implement HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook content.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and organizational policies.
- Oversee workers' compensation, accommodations, leave administration, and return-to-work programs.
- Supervise and mentor HR staff while supporting day-to-day HR operations.
- Collaborate with leadership on performance management, employee engagement, retention, and workforce planning initiatives.
- Assist with HR reporting, audits, and regulatory requirements.
- Deliver training and guidance to managers on employee relations, labor relations, and HR best practices.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in:
- Union negotiations and labor relations
- Employee relations and workplace investigations
- HR policy development and implementation
- Strong knowledge of California employment law, labor relations, and collective bargaining agreements.
- Experience managing disciplinary actions, grievances, conflict resolution, and compliance matters.
- Previous experience supervising HR staff and supporting HR operations.
- Strong written, verbal, analytical, and presentation skills.
- Advanced proficiency with HRIS systems, Microsoft Excel, and reporting tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in a related field.
- SHRM-SCP, SPHR, PHR, or comparable HR certification.
- Experience in a nonprofit, healthcare, social services, government, or other unionized environment.
- Strong facilitation, training, and change management experience.
Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will be a hands-on HR leader who excels in employee relations, labor negotiations, policy development, and compliance. They will bring strong business judgment, the ability to navigate complex workplace issues, and a collaborative approach to partnering with employees, leadership, and union representatives.
Key Skills
- Labor Relations & Collective Bargaining
- Employee Relations & Investigations
- Policy Development & Compliance
- Performance Management
- Workers' Compensation & Leave Administration
- HR Operations Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- Training & Development
- Strategic HR Partnerships
- California Employment Law
Job Order Managed by: Nadina Jackson
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Pay Details: $137,000.00 to $202,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Nadina Jackson
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.