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DIRECTOR OF LABOR RELATIONS Human Resources Labor Relations

Boston University
  • Boston, MA
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    DIRECTOR OF LABOR RELATIONS, Human Resources, Labor Relations

    Category

    Charles River Campus --> Professional

    Job Location

    BOSTON, MA, United States

    Tracking Code

    26500347150626

    Posted Date

    6/26/2026

    Salary Grade

    Grade 25

    Expected Hiring Range Minimum

    $150,000.00

    Expected Hiring Range Maximum

    $180,353.00

    The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University''s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

    Position Type

    Full-Time/Regular

    Provides leadership of the University's Labor Relations function in support of the Employee and Labor Relations Directorate. Provides labor and employee relations direction, support and expertise to the University's Operations and Academic divisions. Lead negotiator for certain labor contracts and will help direct and to drive the strategic and administrative initiatives with respect to the labor relations function for the University community, including routine interface with internal partners and external entities such as the U.S. National Labor Relations Board, the American Arbitration Association, and the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service on behalf of the University.

    Required Skills

    Expertise in all aspects of labor relations is required. Juris doctorate is preferred. In depth, substantive knowledge of the NLRA with respect to represented and non-represented employee settings is required, as well as a full understanding of all of the rights of the employer and employee with respect to the NLRA, and other major labor and employment laws governing large, private institutions of higher education.

    Ten years of relevant labor and employment experience, including experience as the chief negotiator for a large business enterprise is required.

    We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBoston, MA
    IndustryEducation
    Company Size1 to 9 employees
    Websitehttp://www.bu.edu/

    About Company

    Boston University is one of the leading private research and teaching institutions in the world today, with two primary campuses in the heart of Boston and programs around the world. As a Boston University employee you will be part of a dynamic community where every individual is valued. You'll reap the rewards of being on a college campus, such as direct access to the heart of the education and research community and a myriad of opportunities to help create a positive impact on our students' educational experiences. Education thrives in Boston, and working here – at one of the largest employers in the city – will give you the opportunity to contribute to our mission and work with some of the most experienced educators and staff in the nation.

    Skills

    • Employee Relationsunmatched
    • Employment Lawunmatched
    • Geneticsunmatched
    • Higher Educationunmatched
    • Human Resourcesunmatched
    • Industrial Relationsunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Militaryunmatched
    • Negotiation Skillsunmatched

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