Maureen Weber Email & Phone Number

Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area

Vancouver, Washington, United States

Manages the coordination of the activities of a business unit or department with responsibility for results including costs, methods, and staffing. Responsible for operational performance, quality, service environment and regulatory compliance. Receives assignment in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. Under the direction of the System Director of Human Resources, manages and supports the labor relations program at PeaceHealth. Program activities include: negotiation of collective bargaining agreements; contract administration and interpretation; and, guidance/coordination of related management activities consistent with the mission of the health system. The Labor Relations Manager supervises a team of Labor Relations staff providing direct service to administrative departments and serves as a key contributor to development and maintenance of the collective bargaining agreement.Administers labor contracts; provides interpretation of labor contracts to managers, employees and HR staff; oversees processes for review and resolution of employee grievances.Advises managers and employees on sensitive labor and employee relations matters, including grievance and arbitration procedures, performance issues and disciplinary actions; advises and assists managers in identifying employee relations issues and determining appropriate course of action.Serves as the chief negotiator in contract negotiations with recognized employee organizations. Uses appropriate negotiation strategies to develop bargaining goals and negotiate contracts.Provides information, advice and assistance to Human Resources department managers and staff regarding application of statutes, regulations, contracts and employee relations practices.Develops and recommends policies and procedures concerning employee relations and personnel practices.Participates in the development and delivery of management training programs.

Vancouver, Washington, United States

Portland, Oregon Area

• Advise managers and supervisors on relevant laws, rules, policies, and procedures, including complex situations such as ADA accommodations, FMLA/OFLA and other types of leave, discipline, performance management, and employees in conflict• Build and maintain trusted relationships with employees, management, union partners and other stakeholders. Work with all organizational levels, from executives to line staff.• Use outstanding diplomacy and conflict resolution skills to serve as primary point of contact between employees and management • Conduct internal investigations• Respond to grievances• Serve as an active member of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council. The Council is charged with cultivating a company culture that recognizes and honors diversity.• Developed a detailed comprehensive strike plan in preparation for labor negotiations, factoring in labor equity and early collaboration to mitigate losses in case of a strike• Successfully implemented new labor contract in 2019 by training management staff on contract changes; working with stakeholders to program changes into HRIS; updating relevant policies and other documents

Portland, Oregon Area

Negotiate initial, successor, and interim labor agreements. Administer labor contracts for 16 unions; advise managers and supervisors on employee and labor relations issues including relevant laws, rules, policies and procedures. Provide on-the-spot decision making with managers, supervisors, and/or labor unit representatives on difficult and sensitive issues. Provide interpretation of labor agreement terms and requirements to managers and employees. Resolve disputes; negotiate and settle grievances. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws, policies, and procedures. Develop and provide training to management staff on employee and labor relations issues and topics. Research, develop, and recommend new policies, procedures, programs and activities associated with labor relations issues and other areas of responsibility. Specializing in public safety.

Portland, Oregon Area

Manage Department of Transportation (DOT) random testing pool of approximately 450 employees; manage non-DOT random testing pool of approximately 900 employees. Develop, administrate, and revise all City drug testing policies for various employee groups, including DOT-regulated employees, sworn police officers, union-represented and non-represented employees. Train employees and management on policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. Serve as subject matter expert in arbitrations, hearings, and other venues.

Portland, Oregon Area

Administrate City of Portland Civil Service Board; schedule public meetings; act as liaison between Board and appellants; maintain records; draft correspondence

Portland, Oregon Area

Assist with labor negotiations. Perform research in support of labor negotiations. Serve as a subject matter expert and technical resource for program information to City employees and the public. Develop and administer training. Develop and maintain tracking databases and filing systems. Identify and recommend solutions to program resources needs. Monitor program efficiency. Develop and maintain relationships with bureau and union contacts. Provide reports and other data as needed.Research and interpret program policies and associated regulations. Meet with bureaus, stakeholders, and City Attorney as needed to recommend and implement policies and associated regulations. Research standards and policies for other jurisdictions.Act as a representative on less complex labor relations matters. Interpret and explain labor relations policies, procedures, and regulations to management and staff. Work with management to resolve grievances, interpret union contracts and other agreements. Advise management on discipline and other personnel issues.Work with technical staff to interpret labor agreements and assist with implementation into the City's human resources information system (SAP). Administrate Civil Service Board and Targeted Severance programs. Administrate Citywide substance abuse testing programs, including policy development and implementation; management and employee training; and program management.

Portland, Oregon Area

Provide confidential technical and administrative support to labor relations program. Draft correspondence, reports, contracts, agreements, presentations, forms, manuals, and other documents. Proofread and review documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with city standards. Develop, revise, and maintain master documents, templates and forms. Establish and maintain tracking systems and enter data into databases and spreadsheets. Maintain workgroup calendars, arrange meetings, prepare agendas, take notes, schedule and coordinate training and events. Respond to information requests from internal and external customers. Serve on and attend committees and meetings.

Portland, Oregon Area

Administrative support for Human Resources. Policy analysis and updates; complex reporting functions; provide support to multiple HR professionals as well as management staff in various other departments.

Portland, Oregon Area

Voting member of Board of Directors for non-profit organization with $500,000 budget

B.A. Studio Art, Metalsmithing

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