Job Summary:

Bargaining unit contract administrator for faculty union collective bargaining agreement. Lead all investigations related to all allegations of misconduct by teaching faculty and academic professionals, including those who are members of the faculty union, and other bargaining units and non-bargaining employees as assigned. Exercise complex problem-solving techniques that include a combination of College procedures, applicable collective bargaining language, legal compliance, alignment with similar past situations, public perception, and stakeholder input. Provide expertise and responsive service in the following areas: issue resolution; grievance administration, prevention, and resolution; contract bargaining, administration, and interpretation; and supervisor coaching related to leadership issues and employee performance issues. Act as subject matter expert in all areas related to the LCC-Faculty collective bargaining agreement. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with union and College leadership. Provide guidance and direction to all levels of administration related to labor and employee issues. Demonstrate a commitment to the diversity of a multi-cultural population, as well as work effectively in a team-based environment, seeking continuous improvement and adherence to the community college philosophy. Support the resolution of issues that involve deviations from Collective Bargaining Agreements, including Letters of Agreement, and from Board policies. Participate in and advise the negotiations of Collective Bargaining Agreements as well as Grievance processes at all levels.

Regular on campus presence is expected for all LCC employment. Any flexible work schedules and/or hybrid work schedules approved by the College are subject to change based on the needs of the LCC community.

Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree with major coursework in human resource development, business, psychology, communication, career development, organizational development, adult education, or closely related field, and significant years of relevant experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Associate’s Degree and seven years relevant experience)

Experience in the areas of labor and/or employee relations as investigator or contract administrator

Preferred Qualifications:

SPHR and/or SHRM-SCP

Master’s Degree

Contract administration in higher education

Contract administration in public sector

Demonstrated experience in Title IX investigations

Demonstrated experience in employee relations

Demonstrated experience in the unemployment insurance process

Lansing Community College prohibits sex discrimination in any educational program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at lcc.edu/consumer-information/equal.html.