Labor Relations Specialist Jobs in Washington

Job Title: Representative, Labor Relations Company: Crowley Maritime Corporation Location: Seattle, WA Description: Representative, Labor Relations in Seattle, WA ABOUT US:Jacksonville-based Crowley Maritime Corporation, founded in San Francisco in 1892, is a privately held family and employee-owned company that provides diversified transportation and logistics services in domestic and international markets by means of six operating lines of business: Puerto Rico/Caribbean Liner Services, Latin America Liner Services, Logistics Services, Petroleum Services, Marine Services and Technical Services. Offered within these operating lines of business are the following services: liner container shipping, logistics, contract towing and transportation; ship assist and escort; energy support; salvage and emergency response; vessel management; vessel construction and naval architecture; government services, and petroleum and chemical transportation, distribution and sales. We are a family and employee owned company that was founded over 100 years ago. Crowley encourages its employees to grow and develop within the company and believes our diverse workforce contributes tremendously to our success. JOB DESCRIPTION: Assist in the administration of collective bargaining agreements involving marine and shoreside unionized employees.Assist management with employee discipline and performance issues.Investigate employee and or third-party complaints.Participate in grievance hearings, arbitrations and contract negotiations.Work with Payroll Department to ensure payrolls and benefit contributions are administered correctly. REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Minimum two years experience dealing with blue-collar organized labor.Bachelor’s degree in Management and Operations, Labor and Industrial Relations or related degree required.Leadership; written and verbal communications skills.Recent experience with interviewing and investigating employee or third-party complaints.Ability to work in multi-union environments.Aptitude for improving work processes and/or practices.Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time that vary in nature and scope.Intermediate to advanced level PC Proficiency in MS Word Excel and PowerPoint (testing will be conducted). Office: Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature extremes, etc. Field: Ability to Board vessels while underway via smaller vessels or launches. May require climbing pilot ladders and/or regular ladders.Ability to board vessels moored at docks via gangway or ladders.While on board vessel, ability to climb stairs or ladders. May be exposed to excessive noise, dust or temperature extremes. General: Extended use of computer keyboard and viewing computer monitor.Ability to work long hours and travel as required.Must comply with all company policies, procedures and guidelines. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Prescription, and vision insurance.Other benefits include: Flexible spending accounts (FSA) 401k Tuition assistance Employee Assistance Program Group Life Insurance Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage Paid Vacation, Sick, and Holiday time Employee activity, wellness programs, and discounts.CONTACT INFORMATION: Crowley Maritime Corporation Email: Register to View Crowley is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For affirmative action purposes and to assist in our compliance with federal government record keeping, we would request that you complete a voluntary self-identification information form. All information provided will be kept confidential and separate from your application data. This form can be accessed by going to this link: http://www.crowley.com/careers/voluntary-information.asp