Labor Mediator

Required Skills and Competencies:

Candidates must demonstrate the ability to:

• Resolve Disputes: Utilizing principles and processes of dispute resolution specifically within labor relations. Ability to serve as a neutral facilitator with employers and unions using mediation techniques to address collective bargaining grievance and employment disputes.
• Interpret Rules and Statutes: Knowledge of and ability to interpret rules and state statutes related to collective bargaining and labor relations in Montana.
• Understand Labor Law and Labor Relations: Basic knowledge of labor law and its practical implications in employer-union interactions. Comprehensive understanding of labor relations dynamics and the full collective bargaining negotiation process.
• Train and Facilitate Interest Based Bargaining: Knowledge of the Interest Based Bargaining (IBB) process and ability to provide training and facilitate interest-based problem-solving that fosters positive labor-management relationships.
• Train and Facilitate Labor Management Committees: Ability to effectively train and facilitate Labor Management Committees addressing issues beyond collective bargaining and supporting ongoing labor-management relations improvement.
• Communication and Relationship Building: Excellent written and verbal communication skills including active listening to validate perspectives and foster collaboration. Strong interpersonal skills to bridge gaps between labor and management and build positive relationships in conflict situations.
• Visual Communication: Skilled in developing professional presentation materials that convey complex information in an accessible and visually compelling manner ensuring audience understanding and engagement.
• Presentation Expertise: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in public settings by delivering clear engaging and informative presentations tailored to diverse audiences including staff leadership and external stakeholders.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 5 years of experience in mediation labor relations or dispute resolution within public sector or unionized environments.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate training sessions committee meetings or labor negotiations.
• Proven ability to interpret Rule and State laws related to collective bargaining and labor relations in Montana.
• Demonstrated communication relationship-building and conflict-resolution skills.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and delivering presentations to stakeholders partners and public audiences.
• A degree in conflict resolution negotiation dispute resolution or a closely related field may supplement relevant professional experience but is not a substitute for demonstrated skills and competencies in the areas noted above. Equivalent combinations of education and directly related experience will be considered.
  

HOW TO APPLY FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY:

A complete state application is not required; however you will need to initiate the application and attach the resume cover letter or other required documents at time of application to be considered for this position. Resume will auto fill the application but the application will not be scored or reviewed.

Failure to attach the cover letter and resume will result in your application being considered incomplete and will not be considered further. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.

Tip: When attaching your resume cover letter or other required documents you must mark the attachments as RELEVANT or we will be unable to view your documents.

Required application materials:

• Cover Letter - Your Cover Letter should explain how your experience and education meet the identified Knowledge Skills and Abilities with examples that demonstrate your qualifications.
• Resume - include all work experience you have held that would help you qualify for this position including duties dates of employment.

Only online applications will be accepted. By applying online you can receive updates and monitor the status of your application.

All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. You will receive an application confirmation email with instructions on acceptable preference documents and how to submit such documents.

If you need an accommodation with the application process please contact the HR office.