Labor & Employee Relations Specialist
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Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
Hybrid remote
Compensation
$80,000-$90,000/year
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Job Description
About JCDecauxJCDecaux is the #1 outdoor advertising company in the world, we are dedicated to giving brands unique voices and providing messaging platforms through the highest quality out-of-home solutions and first-class services.Joining JCDecaux means choosing the number one outdoor advertising company worldwide and seeing new horizons in a team recognized for its momentum, creativity, and sense of innovation. We are dedicated to creating a motivated and diverse workforce. If you’re looking to gain experience in advertising and work in a fast and fun culture, apply now!As of 2024, JCDecaux North America has been certified as a Great Place to Work.For more JCDecaux US information, visit www.jcdecauxna.com.The Role:JCDecaux North America is seeking a Labor & Employee Relations Specialist to support our unionized workforce and field operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional with generalist experience who wants to deepen their expertise in labor relations, employee relations, and health & safety in a dynamic, operations-focused environment.You will be the primary on-site HR representative at our Maspeth warehouse two days per week, with one day per week in our corporate office at the Empire State Building and two days remote. You’ll partner closely with Operations leadership and the EHS Director to support our union employees, strengthen our safety culture, and ensure consistent application of company policies and CBAs.This is a full-time position based in our Maspeth warehouse two days per week, with one day per week in our corporate office at the Empire State Building, and two days remote. Key ResponsibilitiesHR Generalist & Employee Relations
- Act as the on-site HR representative at the Maspeth warehouse 2 days per week, building strong relationships with managers and employees and providing day-to-day HR support.
- Assist managers with performance documentation and corrective actions (e.g., coaching, write-ups) in alignment with company policies and CBAs.
- Enforce company policies and support managers in applying them consistently across teams.
- Coordinate FMLA, Workers’ Compensation, and other employee leaves for the union employee population, ensuring accurate documentation and timely follow-up.
- Manage and maintain employee data in HRIS systems; produce reports and dashboards to support decision-making.
- Support onboarding for union employees and ensure timely completion of all required employment, benefit, and union-related documentation.
- Investigate complaints related to employees and service providers, including issues involving laws, rules, and whistleblower policies, ensuring thorough and impartial reviews.
- Help develop proactive and positive employee and labor relations strategies aligned with JCDecaux’s culture and values.
- Draft and update HR and labor-related policies based on approved recommendations, ensuring clarity and compliance.
- Serve as a key HR contact for field operations employees across the U.S.
- Advise collective bargaining unit members on new and proposed changes to company policies and practices.
- Analyze and interpret the intent and terms of Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs) to guide day-to-day decisions.
- Support labor relations activities for union employees across locations including New York, Boston, Chicago, and San Francisco.
- Coordinate union benefit eligibility and reporting requirements to ensure compliance with CBAs.
- Support the employee grievance and dispute resolution process under the CBAs and provide recommendations to HR and Operations leadership.
- Assist with CBA planning, implementation, and ongoing administration.
- Monitor policies concerning wages, hours, and working conditions to ensure consistent application and compliance with CBA terms.
- Support labor contract negotiations by preparing materials, tracking proposals, and helping to identify bargaining issues
- Partner with the EHS Director and Operations management to support:
- Accident and incident reporting and documentation
- Investigations and root cause analysis
- Tracking of corrective and preventive actions
- Analyze accident and incident data and trends to identify risks and recommend targeted interventions for field operations.
- Help coordinate training, awareness campaigns, and programs that strengthen health and safety culture among field operations teams.
- Assist the Operations leadership in tracking trainings, accidents, and other safety-related items across multiple U.S. locations.
- Conduct periodic visits to JCDecaux NA offices and warehouses to reinforce consistent HR, labor, and safety practices and gather feedback from local teams.
- Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s in Labor and Industrial Relations, or Business Administration, or related field is preferred.
- 2-4 years of experience in human resources with particular focus on employee and labor relations and practical knowledge to include employee/labor relations, negotiations, and the collective bargaining process.
- Previous Labor Relations and Employee Relations experience in a corporate union environment.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish (written and verbal) required.
- Strong communicator with excellent multi-tasking skills.
- Problem solver who leans toward how to make a “no” into a “yes.”
- Superior written and verbal skills required.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to work in fast-paced and demanding environments.
- Possess strong organizational skills and detail oriented.
- Computer literate: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- HSA/FSA
- Financial Health Support
- 401k Contribution
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Wellness Incentives
- Employee Assistance Program which is available to all employees and household members at no additional cost!
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Candidates can expect a pay range of $80,000 and $90,000 per year.
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JCDecaux North America lists this role as a Full-time position.
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JCDecaux North America is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
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JCDecaux North America offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401k Matching/Retirement Savings, and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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