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AgencyMotor Vehicles, Department of

TitleAssociate Director Human Resources 2 (Labor Relations)

Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management

Salary Grade662

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $103870 to $131298 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address 6 Empire State Plaza

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12228

Duties Description Associate Director Human Resources 2 (Labor Relations)
The incumbent will report to the Director of Human Resources and will have responsibility for managing, developing and directing DMV’s Division of Labor Relations program including: counseling, employee disciplines and grievances, union negotiations at the agency and statewide levels, labor/management committees, EAP, Section 72 referrals and coordination with EHS, safety and health, workplace violence prevention program, hearings and arbitrations, and provide advice and guidance to the Director and decision-making staff to maintain effective labor relations.
The Associate Director will collaborate and provide guidance to executives, program managers and supervisors, and employees regarding matters addressed by the negotiated agreements between the State and the employee unions. The incumbent will promote a respectful and positive workplace environment by supporting leaders in handling employee relations. This will involve developing and conducting training on topics such as performance management, employee counseling and corrective discipline, and other relevant employee relations topics.
Within the Division of Labor Relations, the Associate Director manages the implementation of the collective bargaining agreements, oversees the conduct of Department hearings and investigations and assists in presenting cases at the improper practice hearings before PERB, and serves as an agency representative and subject matter expert on various labor relations matters.
The Associate Director will interact with DMV executives, program managers and supervisors, the Office of Employee Relations, CSEA, PEF, the Department of Civil Service and the Department of Labor. Accordingly, this role requires strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
The position requires approximately 20% travel, as the needs for travel may vary.

Minimum Qualifications Current New York State employees, with one year permanent service in a M-1/G-25 or higher title deemed eligible for transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law

The position requires approximately 20% travel.

Additional Comments Hours of the position will be discussed at the time of interview, including questions regarding Flextime, AWS/Compressed work week and Telecommuting.

There are many benefits to working for the DMV! Including:
o Paid Leave
o Paid Holidays
o Pension
o Health Insurance
o Dental & Vision Coverage
o Flex Spending
o Voluntary 457B Retirement Saving Program
o Health Care Spending Account
o Tuition Assistance Programs
o Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
o Transportation Savings Program
o Employee Assistance Programs
For additional information about the benefits of being a state employee, visit the Office of Employee Relations website at https://oer.ny.gov/employee-benefit-programs.

DMV is committed to being a model employer for people with disabilities. DMV’s commitment includes ensuring that the recruitment, application, interviewing and hiring processes are accessible to all job applicants. If you are a job applicant who may need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact DMV’s Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility at diversityandinclusion@dmv.ny.gov.

The Department of Motor Vehicles is committed to diversity and equal opportunity, and to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply, including people with disabilities or any other protected category under the law. Our goal as an employer is to reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and customers we serve.

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Name Amanda Jackson

Telephone

Fax

Email Address Amanda.Jackson@dmv.ny.gov

Address

Street 6 Empire State Plaza

Division of Personnel, Room 321

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12228

Notes on Applying Send a cover letter, referencing the Vacancy ID noted at the top of this posting, along with your clear and concise resume stating your current Civil Service title, if applicable, and indicating how you believe you meet the qualifications for appointment.

Please note: Candidates applying from outside DMV may be asked for their Social Security number to verify NYS employment history and transfer eligibility.