Bob Oberstein

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Arbitrator, Mediator and facilitator, Factfinder and Investigator, Trainer and Educator @ Self-employed
Kirkland, WA, US
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Greater Seattle Area, United States
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About Bob Oberstein

Bob has over 52 years of Labor Relations experience on both sides of the table in both the private and public sectors and is the recipient of the FMCS Director's Award for lifetime achievement in promoting positive Labor Management Relations (1991). Bob has and continues to serve the labor management community as well as other groups as an arbitrator, mediator, fact-finder, facilitator, trainer and educator and a number of his arbitration awards have been published along with his other publications. Additionally, Bob holds a Master of Jurisprudence in Labor and Employment Law from Tulane University's School of Law. Bob has performed these services for the following industries: Advertising, Bakery, Building Products, Communications, Construction, Dairy, Education, Electrical Equipment/Appliances, Foundry, Financial, Government, Healthcare, Hospital/Nursing Home, Metal Fabrication, Office Workers/Clerical, Organizations, Plumbing, Police and Fire, Retail Stores, Transportation, Trucking and Storage, Utilities, and Warehousing. Additionally, issues for the above industries included but were not limited to the following: Affirmative Action, Absenteeism, Arbitrability, Bargaining Unit Work, Conduct, Demotion, Discipline (Non-Discharge), Discipline (Discharge), Discrimination: Disability, Race, Sex, National Origin, Drug/Alcohol Offenses, Fringe Benefits: Bonus, Holidays, Leave, Vacation, Grievance Mediation, Health/Hospitalization, Job Performance, Jurisdictional Disputes, Management Rights, Official Time, Past Practices, Promotion, Safety/Health Conditions, Seniority, Sexual Harassment, Work Stoppages, Slowdowns, Subcontracting/Contracting Out, Tenure/Reappointment, Union Security, Wages: Holiday Pay, Incentive Pay, Job Classification and Rates, Merit Pay, Overtime Pay, Severance Pay, Vacation Pay, Work Hours/Schedules/Assignments, Working Conditions/Work Orders, Violence or Threats.

Bob Oberstein's Current Company Details
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Arbitrator, Mediator and facilitator, Factfinder and Investigator, Trainer and Educator
Kirkland, WA, US
Website:
tgleaders.com
Employees:
5819
Bob Oberstein Work Experience Details
  • Self-Employed
    Arbitrator, Mediator And Facilitator, Factfinder And Investigator, Trainer And Educator
    Self-Employed
    Kirkland, Wa, Us
  • Self-Employed
    Arbitrator, Mediator/Facilitator, Factfinder/Investigator, Trainer And Educator
    Self-Employed May 2020 - Present
    Currently on arbitration panels for Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS) for regions 1, 2, 4 and 7, Washington Public Employment Relations Commission (WA PERC), Oregon Employment Relations Board (OERB), California State Mediation and Conciliation Service (CSMCS), Montana Board of Personnel Appeals and American Arbitration Association (AAA) Workplace Investigations panel. Also, on Hearing Officer panel for Arizona Department of Education, and Eglin AFB/LIUNA.As a Certified… Show more Currently on arbitration panels for Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS) for regions 1, 2, 4 and 7, Washington Public Employment Relations Commission (WA PERC), Oregon Employment Relations Board (OERB), California State Mediation and Conciliation Service (CSMCS), Montana Board of Personnel Appeals and American Arbitration Association (AAA) Workplace Investigations panel. Also, on Hearing Officer panel for Arizona Department of Education, and Eglin AFB/LIUNA.As a Certified Practioner Mediator Bob currently mediates for the Snohomish, Skagit and Island Counties Dispute Resolution Center for Family, Small Claims and Civil Court disputes as well as being available to mediate for all other parties. Show less
  • Various Companies
    Trainer/Webinar Instructor
    Various Companies Oct 2017 - Present
    Edmonds, Washington, United States
    Develop and present webinars on the following topics; Introduction to the Different Types of Conflict Resolution; Preparation and Presentation of your Arbitration; How to Conduct an Internal Investigation: Most Common Pitfalls/Vulnerabilities and How to Avoid Them; Employee & Labor Relations Basics; The Ancient Art of Listening; Treating Employees Like Adults: Discipline Vs. Empowerment; The Magic of Interest Based Negotiations; Detecting Truth, Deception, and Lies While Conducting an… Show more Develop and present webinars on the following topics; Introduction to the Different Types of Conflict Resolution; Preparation and Presentation of your Arbitration; How to Conduct an Internal Investigation: Most Common Pitfalls/Vulnerabilities and How to Avoid Them; Employee & Labor Relations Basics; The Ancient Art of Listening; Treating Employees Like Adults: Discipline Vs. Empowerment; The Magic of Interest Based Negotiations; Detecting Truth, Deception, and Lies While Conducting an Investigative Interview; Top Ten Ways to Get Sued from an Employee Investigation; and Dobbs versus The Workplace: The Abortion Conundrum. Show less
  • Northwest Public Power Association (Nwppa)
    Trainer
    Northwest Public Power Association (Nwppa) 2013 - 2021
    Presented webinars on: Employee & Labor Relations Basics, Discipline and Just Cause, Grievance Handling Privacy Issues in The Workplace, Social Media Issues in the Workplace and a 3-part webinar (6.5 hours) on the Art and Science of Negotiation. Additionally, conducts an annual two-day classroom experience on the Art and Science of Negotiation.
  • Snohomish County Public Utility #1
    Labor Relations Manager
    Snohomish County Public Utility #1 May 2010 - May 2020
    Everett, Washington 98206
    Lead spokesperson responsible for negotiations, resolving disputes, processing grievances, and contract administration over wages, hours and working conditions. Advised senior management and Commission on all aspects of labor management relations. Facilitated various joint committees and assisted legal counsel in mediation and arbitration.
  • Traaen & Associates, Llc
    Lead Consultant Labor & Employee Relations
    Traaen & Associates, Llc Sep 2008 - May 2010
    Phoenix, Arizona
    Provided full training and consulting services to all workplace stakeholders including customized training, employee and labor relations intervention, advocacy, investigations, succession planning, workforce development, executive and technical management, executive assessment leadership initiatives and webinars on topics such as, negotiations, just cause and due process, discipline, contract interpretation, past practice and precedent, contracting out, grievance processing and conflict… Show more Provided full training and consulting services to all workplace stakeholders including customized training, employee and labor relations intervention, advocacy, investigations, succession planning, workforce development, executive and technical management, executive assessment leadership initiatives and webinars on topics such as, negotiations, just cause and due process, discipline, contract interpretation, past practice and precedent, contracting out, grievance processing and conflict resolution, Show less
  • Self Employed Neutral Practice
    Arbitrator/Hearing Officer, Mediator And Investigator/Fact Finder,
    Self Employed Neutral Practice 1990 - 2010
    1992 to 2005 - Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (Arbitration panel), American Arbitration Association (Arbitration and Mediation panel for Labor, Employment, Commercial and Construction cases), U.S.EEOC (Mediation panel), National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD/FINRA) (Arbitration and Mediation panels), United States Postal Service and Associated Postal Workers Union (Regional Arbitration Panel), Tucson Unified School District (Arbitration panel), United Food and Commercial… Show more 1992 to 2005 - Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (Arbitration panel), American Arbitration Association (Arbitration and Mediation panel for Labor, Employment, Commercial and Construction cases), U.S.EEOC (Mediation panel), National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD/FINRA) (Arbitration and Mediation panels), United States Postal Service and Associated Postal Workers Union (Regional Arbitration Panel), Tucson Unified School District (Arbitration panel), United Food and Commercial Workers Local 99R and Fry Foods Stores of Arizona (Special Master). Trainer and facilitator/mediator for Interest Based Negotiations (Madison and Cave Creek School Districts for classified and support staff), Arizona Department of Education, Phoenix Civil Service Board member (Chairman 1992-1993), City of Phoenix Fire and Police Pension Boards, Maricopa County Judicial Merit Systems Commission member, Phoenix Employment Relations Board (Hearing Officer). Show less
  • City Of Phoenix
    Labor Relations Administrator
    City Of Phoenix Sep 2005 - Aug 2008
    Chief spokesperson for negotiations, mediations, arbitrations and contract administration. Advised City Manager, Mayor and Council on all aspects of labor management relations.
  • Ottawa University
    Assistant Professor (Tenured), Ottawa University, Phoenix, Arizona.
    Ottawa University 1992 - 2005
    Phoenix, Arizona Area
    Director, Labor Management Relations (LMR) BA and Certificate Programs (1992-2001). Developed and taught undergraduate and graduate classes in Human Resources and Labor Relations including Grievance Processing, Negotiation, Arbitration, Employment Law, and Conflict Resolution. Served as Ombudsman for all student and faculty complaints/grievances (1994-2001) and as Disabled Student Liaison (2000-2003). Also served as Faculty Advisor (1992-2005); Chair of Faculty and Academic Committees… Show more Director, Labor Management Relations (LMR) BA and Certificate Programs (1992-2001). Developed and taught undergraduate and graduate classes in Human Resources and Labor Relations including Grievance Processing, Negotiation, Arbitration, Employment Law, and Conflict Resolution. Served as Ombudsman for all student and faculty complaints/grievances (1994-2001) and as Disabled Student Liaison (2000-2003). Also served as Faculty Advisor (1992-2005); Chair of Faculty and Academic Committees (2003-2005). Show less
  • Washington Elementary School District
    Executive Director Human Resources
    Washington Elementary School District Aug 1991 - Jun 1992
    Phoenix, Arizona, United States
    Chief spokesperson resolving disputes, processing grievances, negotiations (meet and confer), and contract administration over wages, hours and working conditions for both professional and support staff. Advising Superintendent and School Board regarding all Human Resource matters.
  • University Of Phoenix
    Adjunct Instructor
    University Of Phoenix 1986 - 1992
    Phoenix, Arizona, United States
    Taught undergraduate and graduate courses in Labor Relations, Negotiations and Conflict Resolution.Additionally taught the following courses; Personnel/Human Resource Management; Human Relations; Organizational Behavior: Contemporary Issues in Management; Ethics in Management; Managing Organizational Change; Business Literature; Wealth and Power in America; Theory and Methodology ofSociology; and Business, Government, and the Personnel Function in School Administration. Also… Show more Taught undergraduate and graduate courses in Labor Relations, Negotiations and Conflict Resolution.Additionally taught the following courses; Personnel/Human Resource Management; Human Relations; Organizational Behavior: Contemporary Issues in Management; Ethics in Management; Managing Organizational Change; Business Literature; Wealth and Power in America; Theory and Methodology ofSociology; and Business, Government, and the Personnel Function in School Administration. Also served as Committee Chair for development of the Dispute Resolution certificate program and was active in course design, faculty assessment and selected as a member of the quality assurance team to assess the distance learning program. Show less
  • Salt River Project
    Sr. Labor Relations Administrator
    Salt River Project 1980 - 1991
    Tempe, Arizona, United States
    Responsible for policy and contract (public and private) interpretation and administration; negotiate wages, benefits and working conditions; grievances, and arbitrations. Advise, and assist field personnel; develop and recommend policies/ procedures and action plans.
  • Mesa Community College
    Adjunct Instructor
    Mesa Community College 1982 - 1989
    Mesa, Arizona, United States
    Designed and conducted courses on Labor Relations and seminars in Negotiations, Conflict Resolution, Discipline and Motivation.
  • Part-Time Faculty Association, Maricopa Community College District
    Grievance Officer, Lead Negotiator, Board Member And President,
    Part-Time Faculty Association, Maricopa Community College District 1982 - 1989
    Greater Phoenix Area
    Bargaining activity was meet and confer. Activity revolved around grievances, organizing and training. Implemented hiring hall concept (a system so members knew when colleges were hiring). Expanded scope of organization to include private as well as public sector.
  • Arizona State University
    Faculty Associate
    Arizona State University Jan 1987 - Dec 1988
    Glendale, Arizona, United States
    Taught undergraduate Personnel/Human Resource Management.
  • Western International University
    Adjunct Faculty Instructor
    Western International University Mar 1986 - Sep 1988
    Phoenix, Arizona, United States
    Taught undergraduate Labor Relations.
  • Ebasco Services, St. Lucie Ii And Waterford Iii
    Labor Relations Representative
    Ebasco Services, St. Lucie Ii And Waterford Iii Mar 1979 - May 1980
    Port St Lucie, Florida, And Taft, Louisiana, United States
    Responsibilities included negotiation, grievance processing, arbitration, mediating and/or rendering judgments in craft jurisdictional and all other disputes between subcontractors, building trades unions and project management. Conducted surveys on manpower, wages, and benefits.
  • Continental Connector Corporation
    Personnel Manager
    Continental Connector Corporation Nov 1978 - Mar 1979
    Woodside, New York
    Responsibilities included recruitment of all personnel (exempt and non-exempt), hiring, promotions, benefits, disability, compensation, grievance and arbitration, unemployment insurance, disciplinary actions and compliance with all state and federal requirements.
  • International Brotherhood Of Electrical Workers (Ibew)
    Member Local Union #3,
    International Brotherhood Of Electrical Workers (Ibew) Sep 1971 - Mar 1979
    New York City Metropolitan Area
    1971-1978 - Member of IBEW L.U. #3, serving in the following capacities:1977 - Negotiating team member(1976-1978) - Chairman, Apprentice Labor Legislation Committee appearing before New York City Council (approval of construction projects), New York City Board of Education (Apprentice Training), Directed letter writing campaigns for federal legislation re: Common Site Picketing and Davis Bacon Act. 1976 - Advisor to Chairman of Apprentice Committee,1976 - Created financial… Show more 1971-1978 - Member of IBEW L.U. #3, serving in the following capacities:1977 - Negotiating team member(1976-1978) - Chairman, Apprentice Labor Legislation Committee appearing before New York City Council (approval of construction projects), New York City Board of Education (Apprentice Training), Directed letter writing campaigns for federal legislation re: Common Site Picketing and Davis Bacon Act. 1976 - Advisor to Chairman of Apprentice Committee,1976 - Created financial procedures to re-establish solvency of Apprentice division's emergency loan fund.1975 - Vice Chairman, Apprentice Advisory Committee1974 - Secretary, Apprentice Advisory Committee, I.B.E.W., L.U. #3. 1974 - Chairman, Education Committee: Established tutorial classes for apprentices and "M" Journeymen (last year of apprenticeship), created study materials; established review courses prior to major examinations.1974 - Developed research and team member (notetaker) for apprentice contract negotiations.1971 - 1976 - Apprentice Public Relations Committee, I.B.E.W., L.U #3. (Chairman 1974-1976). Show less
  • Local Union #3 International Brotherhood Of Electrical Workers (Ibew)
    Apprentice And Journeyman Electrician
    Local Union #3 International Brotherhood Of Electrical Workers (Ibew) Sep 1971 - Jul 1978
    New York City Metropolitan Area
    Performed all aspects of residential, commercial and industrial electrical construction.
  • Wainright
    Member Of Retail Clerks, Warehouseman'S And Confectionary Worker'S Union
    Wainright 1969 - 1971
    Flushing, New York
    Member of Retail Clerks, Warehouseman's and Confectionary Worker's Union (later known as the United Food and Commercial Workers) while working part time in retail as a college student.

Bob Oberstein Skills

Labor Relations Employment Law Conflict Resolution Employee Relations Mediation Succession Planning Human Resources Arbitration Training Grievances Collective Bargaining Personnel Management Leadership Development Policy Organizational Development Employee Benefits Fmla Performance Management Union Deferred Compensation Workforce Planning Hr Policies Benefits Administration Employee Handbooks Employee Engagement Onboarding Legal Compliance Union Grievances Contract Negotiation Career Development New Hire Orientations Hiring Private Investigations Workers Compensation Affirmative Action Contract Management Employment Discrimination Contract Administration Employment Employment Contracts Labor Contract Negotiation Flsa Eeo Eeoc Employment Law Compliance Employee Grievances Employment And Labor Law Union Avoidance Investigations Engaging Public Speaker

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Bob Oberstein attended Tulane University Law School, Long Island University, Brooklyn Campus, St. John's University, Ottawa University-Phoenix.

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