Labor Relations Specialist

AlphaHire

. Review labor agreements, HR policies and management priorities to organize the issues requiring attention.

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in labor relations and collective bargaining, particularly within the public sector, with a strong focus on negotiation planning, financial analysis, and clear communication. Capable of interpreting labor agreements and providing strategic recommendations while ensuring compliance with applicable policies and legal requirements.

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Labor Relations Advisory ExperienceCollective Bargaining ExpertisePublic-Sector Labor Practices ResearchWage-and-Benefit Proposal CostingClear Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Labor Agreement InterpretationNegotiation PlanningFinancial Implications AnalysisManagement Briefing PreparationIssue Summary Development

Soft Skills

Sound JudgmentSensitive Information Handling

Industry Keywords

Public-Sector EmployersMunicipal Collective BargainingCalifornia Labor ProvisionsHR PoliciesEmployee Representatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review labor agreements, HR policies and management priorities to organize the issues requiring attention.
Research comparable public-sector labor practices and compensation provisions to inform negotiation planning.
Help management develop bargaining priorities, issue summaries and practical options.
Analyze proposed changes to wages, benefits and working conditions and explain their operational and financial implications.
Support clear communication and preparation materials for management discussions with employee representatives.
Document recommendations, discussion outcomes and follow-up actions while protecting sensitive personnel information.
Coordinate with HR leadership and designated legal counsel so labor-relations advice stays aligned with policy and applicable requirements.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience advising public-sector employers on labor relations or collective bargaining matters.
Ability to interpret labor agreements and assess the implications of proposed changes.
Experience researching comparable labor provisions and preparing management briefing materials.
Ability to communicate clearly, exercise sound judgment and handle sensitive employee information.
Experience supporting municipal collective bargaining in California.
Experience costing wage-and-benefit proposals and coordinating with HR, finance and legal teams.