Employee and Labor Relations Specialist (Confidential Administrative Support II), Human Resources Division

Employee and Labor Relations Specialist (Confidential Administrative Support II), Human Resources Division

California
State University, San Bernardino

Job no: 557879

Work type: Staff
Location: Southern
California|San Bernardino – San Bernardino Campus

Categories: Bargaining Unit|Confidential,Job Search
Category/Discipline|Administrative,Appointment Type|Probationary,Time Basis|Full Time,Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac)|On-site (work
in-person at business location)

Under direct supervision of the Executive Director for Employee and Labor Relations, the Employee and
Labor Relations Specialist provides complex level counsel, direction and recommendation to administrators, represented/non-represented
staff, union partners and third parties related to all HR functions, formal and informal union grievances/CBAs and related
activities.

Job Summary:

Under direct supervision of the Executive Director for Employee and Labor Relations,
the Employee and Labor Relations Specialist provides complex level counsel, direction and recommendation to administrators,
represented/non-represented staff, union partners and third parties related to all HR functions, formal and informal union grievances/CBAs
and related activities. Provides complex level administrative support for workplace concerns, investigations, and disciplinary actions and
prepares all related documentation. Works toward resolving complex University issues identifying macro/micro impacts to the
University.

Responsibilities:

Incumbent provides administrative professional support for the Employee and
Labor Relations unit’s day-to-day operations including but not limited to; coordinating monthly LMC and/or ad hoc meetings with union
partners; coordinating meetings with, campus stakeholders, Chancellor’s Office Labor Relations and/or University Legal Counsel; and
responding to Requests for Information. Maintaining and balancing numerous highly sensitive, confidential, complex, and dynamic issues
occurring simultaneously or in quick succession while protecting University interests and employee rights.

Cultivates rapport with
employees and Union representatives while in conflict to achieve desired outcomes. Interprets applicable policies, procedures, and
Collective Bargaining Agreements in order to provide general to complex guidance and information to administrators,
represented/non-represented staff, union partners, and third parties related to all Human Resources functions, formal and informal union
grievances/CBAs and related activities, workplace concerns, investigations, and disciplinary action.

Researches and analyzes
information with regards to Human Resources and employment laws, regulations, policies, and best practices, to provide guidance and
recommendations to administrators, represented/non-represented staff, union partners, and third parties.

Composes written
documentation for formal and informal union grievances/CBAs and related activities, corrective action/disciplinary matters and workplace
concerns. Conducts preliminary research into production of applicable documents, data, and information. Prepares cases/documentation/witness
prep for responding to PERB, SPB, EEOC, litigated matters, or other related hearing, mediations, arbitrations, conferences, and
meetings.

Prepares data and statistical analysis reports of ELR activities and assigned projects.

Creates and presents campus
training sessions to familiarize audience with university policies, procedures, guidelines, and practices.

Other HR-related duties
assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or professional training program specific to the
position and directly related work experience, or a combination of education and (3) years related experience that demonstrates the ability
to perform the essential functions of the position.

Required Qualifications:

Fundamental written and oral
communication skills, including a basic foundation of English grammar, spelling and punctuation.
An ability to understand basic office
procedures; an ability to operate standard office equipment; and an ability to perform basic arithmetic.
Basic typing and keyboard
skills. Proficient in MS Office Suite.
Ability to use utmost discretion and keep sensitive information confidential.
Excellent
interpersonal skills. Detail Oriented. Ability to work as a team player and meet deadlines.
Ability to remain calm under
pressure.
Ability to understand problems broadly and develop strategic solutions.
Ability to handle sensitive situations and
demonstrate consultative skills with internal and external groups Possess advanced time management and analytical skills.
Exhibit strong
critical thinking, analytical, research, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and
security of sensitive records.
Possess advanced knowledge of state and federal employment and education laws and regulations.
Ability
to organize and plan work, handle multiple priorities, and make independent decisions.

Preferred
Qualifications:

Experience in Higher Education and unionized settings preferred.

Compensation and
Benefits:

The salary offered will take into account internal equity and experience among other factors.

Anticipated
Hiring Range: $4,687 – $5,417 monthly.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and
vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a
year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.

Position Information:

Work status:
Full-time/Exempt/Probationary

Academic year schedule: Monday through Friday (8:00 am – 5:00 pm), some
evenings/weekends.

Summer schedule: Monday through Thursday (7:00 am – 5:30 pm), some
evenings/weekends.

The application deadline is: Wednesday, September 2, 2026.

California State University, San
Bernardino, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire
to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the “>CSU
Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of
California.

California State University, San Bernardino is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B
Visas).

CSUSB is not an E-Verify employer and cannot support visa holders with certain requirements (e.g., H1B, F1, STEM
OPT).

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final
administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after
a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.
Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by
the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Conditions
of Employment

Background Check

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal
records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check
reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to
satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the
position.

Drivers License Check

Possession of a valid Driver’s License is required. Employees in this
position will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a
valid driver’s license and reflects driving record.

Mandated Reporter

The person holding this position is
considered a `mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements
set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Campus Security Authority

This position
is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Cleary Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus
Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training
is required.

I-9

CSUSB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance
with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the
required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. See Form I-9 Acceptable Documents at h
ttps://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents.

Statement of Commitment to Diversity

In
our commitment to the furthering of knowledge and fulfilling our educational mission, California State University, San Bernardino seeks a
campus climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the entire variety of human experience. We welcome people from all
backgrounds, and we seek to include knowledge and values from many cultures in the curriculum and extra-curricular life of the campus
community. We will create, promote, and maintain activities and programs that further our understanding of individual and group diversity.
We will also develop and communicate policies and promote values that discourage intolerance and discrimination.

California State
University, San Bernardino is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and administer all
personnel actions without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, caste, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity,
gender expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected
military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. This position adheres to CSU policies against Sex
Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Violence, including Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking. This requires completion
of Sexual Violence Prevention Training within 6 months of assuming employment and on a two-year basis thereafter. (Executive Order 1096) For
more information about Diversity & Inclusion at CSUSB, please visit https:/
/www.csusb.edu/human-resources/diversity-inclusion

Closing Statement:

Reasonable
Accommodation

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions
about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact CSUSB Benefits at benefits@csusb.edu.

Smokin
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CSUSB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. See policy at https:
//calstate.policystat.com/policy/6591951/latest/.

Clery Act

In compliance with state and federal crime
awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act,
California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), the Cal State San Bernardino Annual Security and
Fire Safety Report is available at: https://www.csusb.edu/clery-act

Applications close: Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:55:00 GMT

To apply, please visit: https://careers.pageuppeople.com/873/sb/en-us/job/557879

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