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Labor Relations Specialists: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

Resolve disputes between workers and managers, negotiate collective bargaining agreements, or coordinate grievance procedures to handle employee complaints.

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This source lists 28 tasks, including 20 marked Core and 8 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.

Task source dates: 08/2023.

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Core · Task 18886 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Negotiate collective bargaining agreements.

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Core · Task 18883 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Investigate and evaluate union complaints or arguments to determine viability.

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Core · Task 18890 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Propose resolutions for collective bargaining or other labor or contract negotiations.

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Core · Task 18879 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Draft contract proposals or counter-proposals for collective bargaining or other labor negotiations.

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Core · Task 18882 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Interpret contractual agreements for employers and employees engaged in collective bargaining or other labor relations processes.

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Core · Task 18900 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Prepare evidence for disciplinary hearings, including preparing witnesses to testify.

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Core · Task 18884 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Mediate discussions between employer and employee representatives in attempt to reconcile differences.

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Core · Task 18893 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Review employer practices or employee data to ensure compliance with contracts on matters such as wages, hours, or conditions of employment.

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Core · Task 18891 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Recommend collective bargaining strategies, goals, or objectives.

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Core · Task 18885 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Monitor company or workforce adherence to labor agreements.

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Core · Task 18878 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Call or meet with union, company, government, or other interested parties to discuss labor relations matters, such as contract negotiations or grievances.

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Core · Task 18896 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Assess risk levels associated with collective bargaining strategies.

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Core · Task 18889 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Present the position of the company or of labor during arbitration or other labor negotiations.

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Core · Task 18881 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Identify alternatives to proposals of unions, employees, companies, or government agencies.

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Core · Task 18880 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Draft rules or regulations to govern collective bargaining activities in collaboration with company, government, or employee representatives.

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Core · Task 18902 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Research case law or outcomes of previous case hearings.

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Core · Task 18895 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Write letters related to labor relations activities, such as letters to amend collective bargaining agreements, letters of dispute or conciliation, or letters to seek clarification of contract terms.

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Core · Task 18894 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Schedule or coordinate the details of grievance hearings or other meetings.

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Core · Task 18892 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Review and approve employee disciplinary actions, such as written reprimands, suspensions, or terminations.

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Core · Task 18903 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Select mediators or arbitrators for labor disputes or contract negotiations.

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Supplemental · Task 18897 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Assess the impact of union proposals on company or government operations.

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Supplemental · Task 18877 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Advise management on matters related to the administration of contracts or employee discipline or grievance procedures.

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Supplemental · Task 18904 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Train managers or supervisors on topics related to labor relations, such as working conditions, safety, or equal opportunity practices.

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Supplemental · Task 18901 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Provide expert testimony in legal proceedings related to labor relations or labor contracts.

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Supplemental · Task 18898 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Develop employee health and safety policies.

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Supplemental · Task 18899 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Develop methods to monitor employee satisfaction with policies or working conditions, including grievance or complaint procedures.

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Supplemental · Task 18888 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Prepare reports or presentations to communicate employee satisfaction or related data to management.

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Supplemental · Task 18887 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert

Prepare and submit required governmental reports or forms related to labor relations matters, such as equal employment opportunity (EEO) forms, new hire forms, or minority compensation reports.

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