Manager of Labor Relations

Manager of Labor Relations

Labor Relations Leadership Career Opportunity

Salary

$87,501.00-$93,000.00 annually

Location

1201 E. 7th Ave., Tampa, FL 33605

Division

Administration

Closing date

Until Filled

Reports to

Director of Legal Services

Agency

HART

Lead Labor Relations at HART

HART is seeking an experienced Manager of Labor Relations to guide collective bargaining support, contract administration, employee relations and workplace investigations. Reporting to the Director of Legal Services, you will partner with executive leadership, legal counsel, Human Resources, Business Ethics & Compliance and union representatives to build productive labor-management relationships and support fair, consistent employment decisions.

Why Choose HART

• Shape labor relations strategy for a regional public transit agency serving the Tampa Bay community.
• Work directly with executive leadership, legal counsel, Human Resources and union representatives.
• Help strengthen a workplace culture built on fairness, accountability, collaboration and mutual respect.
• Earn an annual salary of $87,501.00 to $93,000.00 while supporting the workforce behind essential transportation services.

What You Will Do

• Lead labor relations activities, including collective bargaining support, contract administration, grievance resolution and interpretation of collective bargaining agreements.
• Advise executives, managers and supervisors on labor and employee relations matters, balancing operational needs with contractual obligations.
• Conduct complex workplace investigations involving employee relations, Equal Employment Opportunity, policy compliance and workplace misconduct.
• Prepare detailed investigative reports, findings and recommendations to support sound, legally compliant employment decisions.
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Legal, Business Ethics & Compliance and operational leadership to address workforce issues and reduce organizational risk.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with union representatives and support constructive labor-management communication.
• Monitor developments in labor and employment law and recommend improvements to policies and practices.
• Assist with collective bargaining negotiations and support implementation and administration of negotiated agreements.

What Success Looks Like

• Consistent contract administration. You provide clear guidance that supports compliance with collective bargaining agreements and operational requirements.
• Thorough investigations. You develop well-documented findings and practical recommendations for informed employment decisions.
• Productive relationships. You build credibility with executives, union officials, managers, employees and governing boards.
• Sound judgment. You balance organizational objectives, legal compliance and positive employee relations when addressing complex workforce matters.

What You Bring

Required

• A bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field.
• Experience leading labor relations in a unionized public-sector or transportation organization.
• Strong knowledge of Florida public-sector collective bargaining laws and unfair labor practice proceedings.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting and administering collective bargaining agreements.
• Experience conducting complex workplace investigations and resolving employee relations matters.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to advise leadership and work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong judgment and a strategic approach to balancing organizational priorities, legal requirements and constructive employee relations.

Apply to Join HART

Bring your labor relations expertise and collaborative leadership to HART. Visit HART Employment at https://gohart.org/Pages/about-hart-employment.aspx and apply for Manager of Labor Relations. This position is open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations

HART is committed to equal employment opportunity for all persons, regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal or state law. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The statements above describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of every responsibility, duty or skill required. Employees may perform other duties as assigned.

It is the responsibility of all HART employees to provide a safe and secure environment for HART customers, contractors, visitors and fellow co-workers. HART employees are also responsible for:

• Adhering to stated policies and procedures relating to health and safety, security, and quality management.
• Recognizing and reporting all accidents and hazardous conditions.
• Assisting in the development of workplace safety procedures for their respective departments.
• Promoting workplace safety procedures within their department.
• Adhering to procedures relating to the proper use and care of equipment and materials for which the role has responsibility.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may perform other duties as assigned.

The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.

ADA Compliance: HART is committed to equal employment opportunity for all persons, regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or other status protected by Federal or State law. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application process and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.