Labor and Employee Relations Consultant

UCSF is seeking an experienced Labor & Employee Relations Consultant to join our team. This is a senior-level role responsible for advising all levels of the organization on complex and high-impact labor and employee relations matters across the organization.

What You’ll Do

As an LER Consultant, you will:

• Provide strategic labor and employee relations counsel to leaders at all levels
• Independently manage highly complex and sensitive ER cases, assessing risk and recommending solutions
• Interpret and administer collective bargaining agreements and University policies
• Investigate and respond to grievances and complaints
• Design and deliver training to managers on labor relations, performance management, and workplace best practices
• Promote proactive employee relations strategies that reduce organizational risk
• Serve as a lead resource and subject matter expert within the department

This role operates with significant independence and requires sound judgment in high-visibility and high-risk situations.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a seasoned LER professional who brings:

• Demonstrated expertise in labor and employee relations within a unionized environment
• Demonstrated experience managing complex disciplinary, performance management, attendance, and other labor & employee relations matters from intake through resolution
• Strong analytical and risk assessment skills
• The ability to influence and advise senior leadership with credibility and confidence
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced high volume environment
• A collaborative, relationship-driven approach across diverse stakeholder groups

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $165,000 - $190,000 (Annual Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Sign-On Bonus and Moving Expense Reimbursement Assistance Available:

We are pleased to offer a sign-on bonus as part of our commitment to welcoming exceptional talent to our team. In addition, relocation assistance is available to support candidates who are moving to join us.

These benefits are designed to ease your transition and recognize the value you bring to our organization. Specific details regarding eligibility, amounts, and terms will be discussed during the offer process.

We look forward to supporting you as you begin this exciting new chapter with us!