INTERIM LABOR RELATIONS DIRECTOR (0932)

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INTERIM LABOR RELATIONS DIRECTOR (0932)

Recruitment: RTF0116996-01150168

Published: March 03, 2022

Contact:

Scott Dewolfe (DPH) - Scott.DeWolfe@sfdph.org

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Department: Public Health
Job class: 0932-Manager IV
Starting salary range: $164,034.00 - $209,300.00 (Range A)
Role type: Temporary Exempt What does this mean?
Hours: Full-time

About:

Amended to reflect corrections to the minimum qualifications.

The Mission of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is to protect and promote the health of all San Franciscans. SFDPH strives to achieve its mission through the work of two main Divisions - the San Francisco Health Network and Population Health.

The San Francisco Health Network is the City's only complete system of care and has locations throughout the City, including Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, and over 15 primary care health centers.

SFDPH Human Resources (HR) Division is hiring an INTERIM LABOR RELATIONS DIRECTOR (0932) to oversee a comprehensive labor relations program to support employees tasked with effectively and efficiently implementing the mission of DPH and of the city.

Appointment Type: Temporary Exempt. Exempt employees are considered "at will" and serve at the discretion of the department head. Category 18 - Duration of appointment is up to one year with possibility of extension.
Announcement Open Date: December 3, 2021; amended and reposted March 2, 2022
Application Deadline: January 18, 2022; March 3, 2022
Compensation: $144,352 to $184,184 annually
Work Hours: FT/Regular
Remote Work: Hiring manager discretion

Role description

Under general administrative direction from the San Francisco Department of Public Health Human Resources Director, the Labor Relations Director will:

Direct the labor relations program for an organization with over 8,000 employees and 17 collective bargaining agreements (CBA).
Develop and foster constructive relationships with labor partners, lead a team who advise directors, managers, and supervisors on the interpretation of CBAs, disciplinary actions, grievances, current labor relations trends and issues.
Lead and participate in various joint labor/management committees.

Essential job duties include:

Planning, directing, coordinating and evaluating employee and labor relations functions.
Managing negotiations, grievance processes, investigations of employee complaints and concerns, disciplinary hearings and procedures, and performance management.
Exercising direct supervision over assigned professional and administrative staff.
Advising managers and supervisors on labor relations issues, union MOU/CBA interpretation, disciplinary actions, grievances, employee coaching, counseling, performance monitoring and evaluation, employment laws, and City and County of San Francisco (CCSF) and DPH policies.
Developing and facilitating department‐wide development of positive and constructive relationships with labor unions to advance the mission of the department.
Directing and chairing multiple joint labor/management committees.
Partnering with DHR on labor negotiations and the development and implementation of labor agreements that affect DPH.
Providing training to managers on labor issues and trends, including administration and facilitation of disciplinary and grievance processes.
Developing and implementing labor‐related budget, policies, practices and controls.
Assisting the DPH CHRO and People Development Manager to develop, implement, facilitate, and support ongoing training related to employee relations, leadership, and coaching, as well as compliance with federal, state, and local laws; and CCSF and DPH policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.

Applicants should have

Commitment to providing first-class care and service to all members of the DPH service population, with heightened sensitivity and awareness to racial, ethnic, and culturally diverse members of the DPH’s workforce and patient populations.
Desire and commitment to lead and participate in antiracism, racial justice, and equity work that impacts quality of patient care, and improvements in employee experiences; along with the commitment and fortitude to push and drive change in these areas.
Desire to work with, relate to, serve, and support a diverse workforce and patient population.
Commitment to health equity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, and sexuality.

How to qualify

Possession of a Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university; AND
Five (5) years of professional human resources experience in a public or non‐profit organization in one or more of the following areas: employee and/or labor relations, organizational or workforce development, EEO/civil rights, or social justice advocacy related to civil rights, of which three (3) years must be in a supervisory capacity supervising professional staff.

Substitution
A Master’s Degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Human Resources, Public
Administration, Business Administration, Management or a closely related field or possession of a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) may substitute for one (1) year of the non‐supervisory experience.

Additional qualifying work experience may be substituted for up to two years of the required
education on a year for year basis (30 semester/45 quarter units equals one year).

Experience Substitution ‐ Completion of a 12‐month human resources trainee program
equivalent to the City and County of San Francisco’s 1249 Human Resources Training Program may substitute for one (1) year of the required non‐advanced journey / non‐lead/supervisory
experience.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. For details on how it is applicable to your employment, please click here.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Final candidate(s) will be invited to take the Supervisory Test Battery (STB) or Management Test Battery (MTB). The exam results will be for departmental informational purposes only.

What else should I know?

Statement on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: At the City and County of San Francisco, we share a commitment to a diverse, inclusive and equitable community. Each member of our organization is responsible and accountable for what they say and do to make San Francisco an inclusive and equitable place to live and work by employing fair and just practices to and for all.

Medical Examination/Drug Testing:
Prior to appointment, at the Department's expense, applicants may be required to take a tuberculosis (TB) screening test, a medical examination and/or drug test.

Note on ICARE: Willingness to uphold/abide by ZSFG’s ICARE (I-Introduce, C-Connect, A-Ask, R-Respond, E-Exit) philosophy for employee and patient interactions

Additional information regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact Scott DeWolfe by email at scott.dewolfe@sfdph.org. Please respond to the application confirmation email if you already applied.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

A COVID-19 Vaccine Booster is required for all San Francisco Department of Public Health employees as a Condition of Employment effective March 1, 2022.