Job description
Summary
The City of Coral Gables, Florida, The City Beautiful, a progressive, international, coastal and historic City is seeking a highly qualified professional who is inspired by interesting challenges of an established, but dynamic community for the position of Labor Relations Analyst. The City has a population of 51,000 residents, has a vibrant downtown and is home to the University of Miami. It is proud to be ranked by Forbes.com ninth out of America's Top 25 Towns to Live Well and America's sixth most successful walk able suburb by the Wall Street Journal.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Coral Gables operates under a commission/manager form of government and is well known for its active and involved citizenry. The Labor Relations Analyst performs assignments of considerable difficulty requiring the exercise of initiative and independent judgment in drafting, interpreting and implementing rules, regulations, policies, procedures and collective bargaining contracts. Participates as a member of the City's collective bargaining team during contract negotiations, drafts contract language proposals and/or administrative documents and reports, and applies knowledge of the collective bargaining contracts, Chapter 447, Florida Statutes, federal, state and local employment laws. Works effectively and directly with city-wide department management and supervisory personnel to provide guidance and direction on discipline, grievance and union contract/personnel policy matters. Conducts labor management training and specialized or department-tailored labor relations training classes. Assists with workers' compensation claims management as well as liability claims management. Assists with the implementation and administration of the City's safety program.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in human resources, labor relations, public administration, business administration, or related field from an accredited college.
Minimum two (2) years of work experience in human resources/related experience required; labor relations experience preferred.
Any appropriate combination of relevant education and/or work experience may be considered.
Valid Florida Driver's License.
Additional Information
The City of Coral Gables is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace.
HOLIDAYS:  14 days including 3 floating days.
SICK LEAVE:  110 hours annually.
ANNUAL LEAVE: 94 hours in the first year of employment, increasing up to 210 after 25 years. Employees must take 40 hours of annual leave each year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 or 10 days for the death of a family member in accordance with the City's Personnel Rules & Regulations.
HEALTH INSURANCE: Fully paid by the City (HMO Select). Coverage becomes effective 1st of month following 30 days. Employee may purchase coverage for eligible dependents at a cost of approximately 50% of the premium.
DENTAL INSURANCE:  Available at a cost to all employees through payroll deduction.
LIFE INSURANCE:  Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment equal to 1 x annual salary (up to $200,000) fully paid by the City.
VOLUNTARY BENEFITS: Several plans are available, such as Short Term Disability, Life Insurance and Critical Illness policies through payroll deductions.
LEGAL SERVICES: Legal Service plan available at a cost to all employees through payroll deductions.
POST EMPLOYMENT HEALTH PLAN (PEHP): The City deposits $950 annually into an individual account for each employee. Monies may be used to pay premiums or medical expenses after retirement.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Employees may defer a portion of their pre-tax salary in the 457 Deferred Compensation Program.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: $1,500 per semester ($6,000 maximum annually) as per the City's Rules and Regulations.
CELL PHONE: Cell phone provided at a monthly cost of $20.00, if required by department.
RECREATIONAL USE: Employee, spouse and immediate family members seventeen (17) years of age and under are entitled to the benefits below:
- Venetian Pool – No charge for daily admission.
- Tennis Centers – No charge for daily court fees
- Youth Center – 50% off residential rates for memberships and 25% off camps and other programs.
Golf at Biltmore & Granada:
- Monday through Friday – no charge
- Saturday, Sunday and Holidays:
- Before Noon – Twilight fees apply
- After Noon – No charge
(cart fees apply at all times)
PENSION:
City Retirement Plan - Mandatory employee contribution of 10 % of salary; Vesting period is 10 years.
OR
Defined Contribution - 401a - Contribution by City of 7% of employee base annual salary. Vesting period 5 years. Employee not required to contribute.
***Note: Benefits subject to change.***
Agency
The City of Coral Gables
Address
2151 Salzedo Street
Coral Gables, Florida, 33134
Phone
305-460-5523
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $51,244.44 - $74,293.18 per year
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