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Oakland, California, United States

Salem, Oregon

Developed recommendations and proposals for the Governor and Department of Administrative Services on labor relations' policies affecting all Executive Branch employees. Served as chief negotiator on behalf of the employer on assigned negotiations including Department of Corrections, Oregon State Police, and Firefighter Units for Oregon Military Department. Negotiated with union representatives over complex bargaining issues. Developed labor contract proposals and counter-proposals. Analyzed statewide union and employer proposals for economic impact. Developed comprehensive economic strategies with administrators, senior managers, and bargaining teams. Represented employer in presenting cases in mediation, fact-finding, and interest arbitration hearings. Decided proper settlements based upon administrative guidelines.Investigated grievances in preparation for arbitration or appeal. Prepared for and represented the State at grievance arbitration cases that have department or statewide impact. Ensured that responses are consistent with collective bargaining agreements and applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Resolved grievances and ensured that binding settlements were consistent with collective bargaining agreements. Oversaw the administration of assigned labor agreements. Directed and assisted agencies in the implementation of negotiated agreements. Responded to agency questions or problems regarding the interpretation and application of state labor agreements. Interpreted and applied collective bargaining agreements, policies, laws and regulations to support agency management in proper administration. Computed and reported fiscal impact of negotiated agreements.Designed and developed training materials and curricula regarding employee relations, collective bargaining, contract administration, and employee discipline issues. Assessed labor relations training needs and identified appropriate resources.

Mather, Ca

Maintained harmonious labor relations with respective labor unions. Served as the department's representative when interacting with union leaders. Provided consultation to all levels of management regarding interpretation and administration of bargaining unit agreements. Researched and prepared departmental responses to bargaining topics. Prepared Job Action Contingency plans to ensure continued governmental services in spite of a potential job action. Provided notices to labor organizations regarding contracts acquired by the department, adoption of new rules or regulations, or any other changes within the scope of bargaining. Administered bargaining unit agreements for eight bargaining units. Performed grievance and arbitration research, analysis, and preparation. Responded at the department level for complaints and grievances. Conducted analysis and provided recommendations to all levels of management. Discussed and reached various agreements with union representatives to ensure management's rights were protected and to promote harmonious labor relations. Maintained and billed appropriately union leave. Researched and analyzed special projects as assigned. Analyzed policies for any impact to labor/management. Developed and presented training to large groups of employees. Supervised a staff of two labor relations professionals.

Section Chief of the Human Resources (HR) Special Projects Unit (SPU) responsible for varied and the most difficult of assignments. SPU is responsible for: monitoring internal compliance for training requests, various HR reports (MIRS), compliance reporting for performance evaluations and Individual Development Plans, ensured service awards related to tenure and retirement were procured and delivered to recipients. Served as Project Lead and liaison for Human Capital Management (HCM) software acquisition. Contacted potential vendors to discuss requirements and determine if their solution would meet the HR needs of the department. Developed rating criteria and market research. Reviewed process flows and facilitated meetings. Served as coordinator for the acquisition and implementation of new software to ensure seamless integration. Supervised a staff of seven employees comprised of both rank and file and excluded. Responsible for policy and procedure creation and updates. Drafted and reviewed all-staff communications. Ensured various audits and requested documentation was provided timely. Assigned and reviewed completed staff work.

Sacramento, California

Maintained harmonious labor relations with respective labor unions. Served as the department's representative during various Joint Labor Management Committees. Researched and prepared departmental response to bargaining topics. Provided notice to labor organizations regarding contracts acquired by the department. Administered bargaining unit agreements for four bargaining units. Grievance and arbitration research, analysis, and preparation. Responded at the department level for complaints and grievances. Conducted analysis and provided recommendations to all levels of management. Discussed and reached various agreements with union representatives to ensure management's rights were protected and to promote harmonious labor relations. Maintained and billed appropriately union leave. Researched and analyzed special projects as assigned. Analyzed policies for any impact to labor/management. Developed and presented training to large groups of Covered California employees at various sites. Served as acting HR Chief which required the review and signing off of RPAs, salary advances, assigning tasks, adverse actions, medical options, etc. Met with other stakeholders on behalf of the HR Chief. Served as the Section Chief over the Disability Management Unit which administered FMLA/CFRA/PDL entitlements. Managed the department's workers compensation program.

Sacramento, California Area

Maintain harmonious labor relations with respective labor unions. Acted as the department's representative during various Joint Labor Management Committees. Severed as Interim Labor Relations Manager for two months (approved out of class). MOU Contract administration. Grievance and arbitration research, analysis, and preparation. Responded on behalf of the department level for complaints and grievances. Conducted analysis and provided recommendations to all levels of management. Discussed and reached various agreements with union representatives to ensure management's rights were protected and to promote harmonious labor relations. Maintained and billed appropriately union leave. Researched and analyzed special projects as assigned. Analyzed policies for any impact to labor/management. Developed and presented training to large groups of Covered California employees at various sites.

Sacramento, California Area

Responsible for, presented, and developed Statewide Substance Abuse Testing program for CAL FIRE. MOU Contract administration. Grievance and arbitration research, analysis, and preparation. Responded on behalf of the Director of CAL FIRE. Conducted analysis and provided recommendations to executive level management. Researched and analyzed special projects as assigned. Participated in negotiations and meet and confers with respective bargaining units. Analyzed policies for any impact to labor/management. Developed and presented training to large groups of CAL FIRE employees. Served as CAL FIRE's substance abuse coordinator and as the Public Safety Officers' Benefit coordinator.

Roseville, California

Served as acting supervisor. Administered Sentenced Prisoner Program and streamlined processes (alternative sentencing). Developed training and administered to new employees. Supervised employees on training and wrote training evaluations on a consistent basis. Researched and wrote complex reports. Served on committees to improve operations and reduce fiscal impacts to city, reported findings to executive level management. Performed complex clerical duties, which included obtaining and interpreting criminal history data. Conducted records management and quality control functions. Reviewed police officer paperwork and interpreted court documents. Completed booking paperwork and created records. Released and received sensitive documents from the public and various law enforcement agencies. Fingerprinted and photographed prisoners. Performed basic prisoner classification for housing purposes. Provided for the care and supervision of adult and juvenile inmates. Maintained visual surveillance and employed prescribed security measures; performed facility inspections and searches for contraband and security breeches. Responded to various facility emergencies.

Nevada City, California

Researched and wrote complex reports. Performed complex clerical duties, which included obtaining and interpreting criminal history data. Reviewed police officer paperwork and interpreted court documents. Completed booking paperwork and maintained records. Released and received sensitive documents from the public and various law enforcement agencies. Fingerprinted and photographed prisoners, performed basic prisoner classification for housing purposes, performed jail checks as required, supervised inmates in recreation, day-room, and other various activities. Maintained visual surveillance and employed prescribed security measures; performed facility inspections and searches for contraband and security breeches. Prepared prisoners for medical appointments, court, and visiting. Responded to various facility emergencies.

Master'S Degree, Organizational And Instructional Communication

Awarded two-year educational award - Taught Public Speaking courses to undergraduate students.

Bachelor'S Degree, Organizational Communication, General

Associate'S Degree, Liberal Studies