UHR Labor Relations Consultant
At a glance
Mid-level Employee Relations & Culture role at Umd. University of Maryland College Park · full-time · $79,200–$95,040 base.
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What you'll do
- Support the Labor Relations Program Director with day-to-day work for the university’s labor relations team
- Build constructive relationships with unions and help settle disputes between the university and union representatives
- Check that labor practices follow applicable laws, rules and collective bargaining agreements
- Communicate with union representatives and university leaders while protecting sensitive information
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree, with relevant additional work experience able to replace up to four years of schooling
- At least five years in professional HR work focused on employee relations, labor relations or both
- Knowledge of employment rules and collective bargaining, plus skill with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
Who this fits
This mid-level professional role suits someone experienced in employee or labor relations who can communicate clearly, analyze problems and handle confidential matters. Employment requires a background check and timely verification of identity and work authorization.
From the employer
Job Description Summary
University Human Resources (UHR) has an exciting opportunity for a HR professional to serve as a Labor Relations Consultant within the UHR Labor Relations team. The Labor Relations Consultant is responsible for providing professional support to the Program Director, Labor Relations. The incumbent in this role will have the opportunity to foster positive working relationships with labor unions, resolve union disputes and ensure compliance with labor laws, regulations and collective bargaining agreements. The ideal candidate will have experience providing professional support in a high pace, high volume environment while maintaining strong communication with unions and leadership and confidentiality of sensitive information.Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Five (5) years of professional human resources experience in the areas of employee or labor relations.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of human resources policies and procedures, and federal, state, and other applicable human resources related laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances.
Knowledge of employment laws and regulations, including those pertaining to collective bargaining and employer-employee relations.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Ability to analyze and solve problems.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Additional Job Details
Preferences: NA
Required Application Materials: Resume , Cover Letter , List of References
Best Consideration Date: October 15th, 2026
Posting Close Date: NA
Open Until Filled: Yes
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionFinancial Disclosure Required
NoFor more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.
Department
VPA-University Human ResourcesWorker Sub-Type
Staff RegularSalary Range
$79,200 to $95,040Benefits Summary
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Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice
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