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City of Coral Gables, FL Employee Relations Coordinator in Coral Gables, Florida
Employee Relations Coordinator
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Employee Relations Coordinator
Salary
$63,507.60 Annually
Location
City of Coral Gables, FL
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
0000
Department
Human Resources Department
Opening Date
05/08/2024
Description
Benefits
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Summary
Performs assignments requiring the exercise of initiative and independent judgment in drafting, interpreting and implementing rules, regulations, policies, procedures and collective bargaining contracts. Participates as a member of the City’s collective bargaining team during contract negotiations, drafts contract language proposals and/or administrative documents and reports, and applies knowledge of the collective bargaining contracts, Chapter 447, Florida Statutes, federal, state, and local employment laws.
Performs analytical work concerning the activities of the Risk Management section within the Human Resources Department. Work involves assisting with the City’s risk management programs, including employee safety, workers’ compensation, vehicle claims, general loss control, property, fleet management and general liability exposures and avoidance.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.
Develops and implements policies and procedures related to employee relations.
Investigates and addresses complaints of discrimination, harassment, and other workplace issues.
Develops and coordinates training and development programs to improve communication and understanding between employees.
Maintains knowledge of laws, Public Employees Relations Commission (PERC) rulings, court decisions, statutes, arbitrators' decisions, and other current activities related to employee relations and EEO issues.
Conducts training for management or supervisory personnel regarding discipline administration, grievance handling, and current developments and practices in the field of employee relations and contract administration.
Serves as a member of the City’s contract negotiation team.
Seeks contract proposal input from supervisory and managerial personnel.
Compiles information and statistics on the economic and non-economic contract proposals of both labor and management.
Analyzes the effects of the recommended contract proposals.
Drafts contract proposals.
Prepares wage, salary and benefit surveys.
Administers all labor contracts and City Rules and Regulations, provides contract and rule interpretation and guidance to supervisory and management personnel.
Assists in the grievance process, preparation of written disciplinary documents and grievances responses to the union.
Participates in labor management meetings.
Assists in preparing cases for arbitrations and unfair labor practice hearings, including research, gathering documents, and assisting counsel.
Assist with the City’s risk management programs, including, employee safety, workers’ compensation, vehicle claims, general loss control, property, fleet management and general liability exposures and avoidance.
Performs related duties as required.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Public Administration, or related field from an accredited college or university.
Minimum two (2) years of work experience in human resources and/or risk management required; labor relations experience preferred.
Any appropriate combination of relevant education and/or work experience may be considered.
Valid Florida Driver’s License.
Additional Information
The City of Coral Gables is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace.
HOLIDAYS: 14 days including 3 floating days.
SICK LEAVE: 110 hours annually.
ANNUAL LEAVE: 94 hours in the first year of employment, increasing up to 210 after 25 years. Employees must take 40 hours of annual leave each year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 or 10 days for the death of a family member in accordance with the City's Personnel Rules & Regulations.
HEALTH INSURANCE: Fully paid by the City (HMO Select). Coverage becomes effective 1st of month following 30 days. Employee may purchase coverage for eligible dependents at a cost of approximately 50% of the premium.
DENTAL INSURANCE: Available at a cost to all employees through payroll deduction.
LIFE INSURANCE: Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment equal to 1 x annual salary (up to $200,000) fully paid by the City.
VOLUNTARY BENEFITS: Several plans are available, such as Short Term Disability, Life Insurance and Critical Illness policies through payroll deductions.
LEGAL SERVICES: Legal Service plan available at a cost to all employees through payroll deductions.
POST EMPLOYMENT HEALTH PLAN (PEHP): The City deposits $950 annually into an individual account for each employee. Monies may be used to pay premiums or medical expenses after retirement.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Employees may defer a portion of their pre-tax salary in the 457 Deferred Compensation Program.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: $1,500 per semester ($6,000 maximum annually) as per the City's Rules and Regulations.
CELL PHONE: Cell phone provided at a monthly cost of $20.00, if required by department.
RECREATIONAL USE: Employee, spouse and immediate family members seventeen (17) years of age and under are entitled to the benefits below:
Venetian Pool – No charge for daily admission.
Tennis Centers – No charge for daily court fees
Youth Center – 50% off residential rates for memberships and 25% off camps and other programs.
Golf at Biltmore & Granada:
Monday through Friday – no charge
Saturday, Sunday and Holidays:
- Before Noon – Twilight fees apply - After Noon – No charge (cart fees apply at all times)
PENSION:
City Retirement Plan - Mandatory employee contribution of 10 % of salary; Vesting period is 10 years.
OR
Defined Contribution - 401a - Contribution by City of 7% of employee base annual salary. Vesting period 5 years. Employee not required to contribute.
Note: Benefits subject to change.
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Public Administration, or related field from an accredited college or university?
Yes
No
02
Do you have a minimum of two (2) years of work experience in human resources and/or risk management required? Please explain.
03
Do you have labor relations experience? Please explain.
Required Question
Agency
The City of Coral Gables
Address
214 Minorca Avenue Coral Gables, Florida, 33134
Phone
305-460-5523
Website
http://www.coralgables.com