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AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleHuman Resources Specialist 2 (Labor Relations)

Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $81792 to $102189 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Provisional

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12233

Minimum Qualifications Reassignment
- Currently in the title of Human Resources Specialist 2 (Labor Relations) and an employee of DEC or

Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer eligible section on a permanent competitive basis.
or Transfer Eligible

Eligible for transfer under Section 52.6: Must have current or prior permanent service in a title designated as 52.6 and within two salary grades of this position. Determination of titles that are 52.6 eligible can be found on the Department of Civil Service website, search “GOT-IT” or


Provisional:
One Year of permanent competitive service as an HR Specialist 1 LR.

Duties Description Under the direction and guidance of senior level Labor Relations staff, the candidate for this position will:

Advise managers and staff in the application of all applicable CBA provisions, agency and state policies and procedures, and any labor relation applicable laws or rules that govern or impact agency staff.

Become proficient in labor relations procedures including but not limited to discipline, grievances, counseling guidance, workplace violence prevention, OTETA, EHS, and ADID processes.

Make recommendations to managers regarding counseling and progressive discipline.

Administer and implement all aspects of the grievance process including conducting Agency level/Step 2 meetings with grievants, union representatives, and program management.

First and second chair in representing the agency at grievance meetings and hearings, full and expedited disciplinary arbitration hearings, and unemployment insurance hearings.

Create and contribute to clear, accurate and comprehensive written: grievance decisions; draft investigative summaries; arbitration opening statements; arbitration closing arguments; agency policy; Notices of Discipline; Notices of Suspension; Stipulations of Settlement; and all communications set forth by Labor Relations.

Professionally participate in and conduct in person and remote: training presentations; witness preparations; staff interviews; disciplinary interrogations; and negotiations when applicable.


Participate in statewide Labor/Management Committee meetings.

Confer with the Governor's Office of Employee Relations and other control agencies as needed.

Provide direct and indirect supervision of a Labor Relations staff when applicable.

Day and overnight travel when necessary and sometimes with very short notice (10%).

Communicate effectively with all program areas within NYSDEC regarding LR actions.

Effectively work with while adequately providing notice and guidance to appropriate staff to properly effectuate Labor Relations work.

Perform Labor Relations work on behalf of and in the best interest of NYSDEC as a whole.

Consistently represent Labor Relations in a professional manner and demonstrate behavior and performance that sets a positive example for others. Complete other duties and special projects as assigned.

Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Travel may be required. Overtime may be required. Overnight travel may be required. Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Marline Agnew

Telephone 518-402-9273

Fax 518-402-9038

Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov

Address

Street 625 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12233

Notes on ApplyingPlease mail/email your resume to the above. Be sure to include Posting #24-154149 on your resume and in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted.