Student Labor Relations Manager **School of Engineering, Stanford, California, United States** **New** Administration Post Date 1 day ago Requisition # 105831 _Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S._ The School of Engineering (SoE) and the School of Humanities and Sciences (H&S) Dean’s Offices are each seeking an experienced human resources professional with a labor relations background to serve as a Student Labor Relations Manager for the new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) between Stanford University and the Stanford Graduate Workers Union (SGWU). As a cross-functional lead bridging the domains of student services and human resources, this position will play a pivotal role in establishing implementation strategies and tactical solutions across academic departments and programs, including interpretation of complex regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance, and partnering with departments to facilitate smooth adoption of the CBA. SoE and H&S collectively support thousands of graduate students throughout their research, education and work experiences. You will be part of a collaborative team, working alongside other human resources and student services professionals. The work at Stanford is dynamic and fast paced with many opportunities to learn and grow. The ideal candidate will have the ability to be an operational expert for union contract activities, change champion, and a solutions-oriented collaborator. If you are looking to make a positive impact with an institution at the forefront of innovation in research and education, we invite you to apply and submit your resume and cover letter. Both positions are located on Stanford’s Main Campus in Palo Alto, and are eligible for hybrid work. **In this role, you will** **:** + Serve as school lead/dean’s delegate for implementation of the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) across various academic departments and programs, including complex regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance, coordinating with HR and Student Services, and partnering with departments to ensure smooth adoption. + Triage informal complaints and formal grievances to ensure appropriate action and follow up in accordance with academic policies, graduate student funding requirements and the CBA. + Investigate basic and complex employee relations issues and initiate appropriate resolution; recommend and facilitate effective solutions in alignment with applicable policies and laws. Work in consultation with human resources director, employee/labor relations staff, and student services staff to resolve highly complex issues, as needed. Coach and advise staff on organizational, employee, and labor relations issues. + Partner as a school representative with central offices to conduct a thorough audit/review of current policies and practices related to graduate student employment to identify areas that need revision under the new CBA. + Collaborate with central offices and technology teams to develop templates and solutions for record management, and identify gaps in related processes. + Analyze data from grievances and other related activities to identify trends, such as recurring areas of non-compliance and develop recommendations for HR, Student Services, and/or departmental leaders + Act as primary liaison between the School, VPGE and UHR/ELR, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed about the union-related policies and procedures. + Develop and manage strategy for effective communication and collaboration between the School administration, other campus schools and units (e.g., VPGE/ELR), and SGWU. + Partner with key units such as VPGE, student services, and UHR/ELR to address training needs. + May direct and/or supervise staff. + Other duties as assigned. **Education & Experience (Required)** **:** + Bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience. **Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (Required)** **:** + Knowledge regarding employee and labor relations, the National Labor Relations Act, the National Labor Relations Board, and state and federal employment laws. + Demonstrated experience managing collective bargaining agreements. + Demonstrated experience with mediation and other dispute resolution systems and techniques. Experience with dispute resolution programs or grievance programs. + Demonstrated interpersonal skills and understanding of group dynamics. Successful track record of establishing credibility and trust with a diverse client group. + Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem solving, judgment, and influencing skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy. + Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to prepare clear and concise reports and deliver formal presentations or training. + Demonstrated proficiency with business applications, such as Microsoft Office suite and human resource information systems. + Demonstrated ability to establish priorities, manage shifting priorities, and handle numerous time-sensitive projects with multiple deadlines. + Ability to accomplish goals working through formal and informal channels, with diplomacy and tactfulness. + Demonstrated creativity, problem solving, critical analysis, initiative, judgment and, decision-making skills. + Demonstrated experience working independently and as part of a team. + Ability to learn and become proficient in academic policies and graduate student financial support. + Ability to direct the work of others. **Education & Experience (Desired)** **:** + Experience working in a university or academic environment + Relevant Human Resources and/or Labor Relations certification **Working Conditions** **:** + Travel on campus to schools/units **Physical Requirements** **:** + Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks. + Frequently stand/walk, sitting, grasp lightly/fine manipulation. + Occasionally use a telephone. + Rarely lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh 11-20 pounds. **Work Standards** **:** + Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations. + Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. + Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide,http://adminguide.stanford.edu **Pay Range** **:** **The expected pay range for this position is $116,849 to $148,275 per annum.** **Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.** **At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.** **The School of Engineering** Stanford Engineeringhas been at the forefront of innovation for nearly a century, creating pivotal technologies that have transformed the worlds of information technology, communications, health care, energy, business and beyond. Our faculty and students are creative risk-takers who pursue excellence across a breadth of disciplines. Our alumni include some of the world's most successful leaders in technology and business. Our staff are critical to enabling Stanford Engineering to accomplish its mission: seeking solutions to some of the world's most urgent challenges and educating leaders who will make the world a better place through the power of engineering principles, techniques and systems. **The School of Humanities & Sciences** TheSchool of Humanities and Sciences(H&S) is the foundation of a liberal arts education at Stanford. The school encompasses 24 departments and 24 interdisciplinary programs. H&S is home to fundamental and applied research, where free, open, and critical inquiry is pursued across disciplines. As the university’s largest school, H&S serves as the foundation of a Stanford undergraduate education no matter which discipline students pursue as a major. Graduate students work alongside world-renowned faculty to pursue and shape foundational research that leads to breakthroughs and discoveries that shed new light on the past, influence the present, and shape the future. Together, faculty and students in H&S engage in inspirational teaching, learning, and research every day. **Why Stanford is for you** **:** Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Ourcultureandunique perksempower you with: + **Freedom to grow** . We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak. + **A caring culture** . We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources. + **A healthier you** . Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits. + **Discovery and fun** . Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums. + **Enviable resources** . Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more! **How to Apply** **:** We invite you to apply for this position by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button. To be considered, please submit a cover letter and résumé along with your online application. The cover letter should briefly describe why you believe you are a good fit for this position. _The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned._ _Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting acontact form._ _Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law._ Additional Information + **Schedule: Full-time** + **Job Code: 4122** + **Employee Status: Regular** + **Grade: J** + **Requisition ID: 105831** + **Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible**