At GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don’t back down from hard work– we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

**Job Summary**

The Labor Relations Director will be responsible for partnering with all levels of GAF leadership, Human Resources, and Legal to develop and execute strategies for ensuring positive labor relations at GAF. The Labor Relations Manager will oversee the coordination, administration, and management of all aspects of labor relations related to collective bargaining unit employees to ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements and federal and state employment regulations while providing consultation, training and constructive conflict resolution for and between company leadership, union leadership and bargaining unit employees. This position also has the responsibility for developing and delivering a comprehensive union avoidance strategy and plan for the non-union plants.

**Essential Duties**

+ Develops and executes a labor relations strategy by working with GAF leadership, Human Resources, and Legal to achieve business objectives and results.

+ Works directly with and facilitates communication between company leadership, operations leadership, union leadership, Human Resources, bargaining unit employees, and legal counsel on matters pertaining to bargaining unit employees and the collective bargaining agreements. Manages, interprets, consults and resolves conflicts associated with the negotiated terms of the collective bargaining agreements.

+ Represents GAF as chief spokesperson in collective bargaining negotiations for comprehensive collective bargaining agreements in multiple bargaining units including responsibility for all activity including grievance administration, arbitration preparation, union meetings, contract administration, and contract negotiation preparation.

+ Promotes collaborative labor relations with local union consistent with the collective bargaining agreement and business objectives. Develops and maintains progressive relationships with local union leadership and union committees.

+ Reviews and analyzes collective bargaining agreements and personnel policies and procedures and develops recommended bargaining positions, involving all levels of management in goal-setting.

+ Works with all areas within GAF to ensure the terms of the collective bargaining agreement are properly adhered to and executed.

+ Coaches and counsels management and Human Resources on the interpretation and administration of collective bargaining agreements and all other labor relations topics.

+ Conducts investigations and facilitates the resolution of employee complaints and grievances, including responsibility for gathering data and responding to information requests.

+ Assists with the preparation for and conducting of arbitration proceedings.

+ Maintains current knowledge of and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local labor and employment laws.

+ Works with field Human Resources teams, maintains applicable Labor Relations metrics and prepares statistical reports on types and frequency of actions taken concerning grievances, arbitration, and related labor relations activities to identify trend data.

+ Partners with all areas of Human Resources to analyze trends and metrics, identify business needs and develop integrated solutions, programs and policies in support of business strategy.

+ Develops and provides training for managers, supervisors and HR professionals who oversee bargaining unit employees on how to uphold the negotiated terms of collective bargaining agreements.

+ Develops and manages a union avoidance strategy and plan for the non-union plants. Ensures the plan is consistently executed throughout manufacturing.

**Qualifications Required**

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) or equivalent experience in Human Resources, business or related field. Required

+ Master’s degree in Arts/Sciences (MA/MS) in HR or related field. Preferred

+ 5+ years of demonstrated labor relations experience (grievance, contract administration, negotiations and/or strategy accountabilities). Required

+ 7 years of Human Resources experience. Required

+ Direct experience with writing and interpreting collective bargaining agreements Required

+ Direct experience with handling and resolving grievance procedures including settlement negotiations and contributing to the preparation of arbitration sessions Required

+ First chair / primary negotiating experience for union contract negotiations including overall strategy, proposal generation, and bargaining table experience. Preferred

+ Formal conflict mediation experience or training. Preferred

+ Labor Relations and/or HR experience in a large manufacturing environment. Preferred

+ Demonstrated advanced problem solving, conflict resolution and interpersonal communication skills with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

+ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, employees, HR colleagues, agency representatives, and union representatives and to influence the various groups.

+ Working knowledge of and ability to uniformly and appropriately apply federal, state and local laws concerning labor relations and employment.

+ Strong public speaking, written, and verbal communication skills with experience presenting to varied audiences, including management and front-line employees.

+ Demonstrate a high level of social and emotional intelligence.

+ Ability to function effectively in an intense labor relations environment.

+ Excellent organizational skills and be able to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.

+ Be a self-starter and have the ability to work independently or in teams.

**Travel Requirements:** Up to 30%

Consideration will be given based on geography, candidate experience, and qualifications.

Annual Salary Range: 171,000-218,500

**How We Protect What Matters Most:**

1. We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. 2. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood. 3. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. 4. Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence. 5. Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program. 6. We put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).

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With 130+ years in the industry, GAF is the leading roofing manufacturer in North America. As a member of the Standard Industries family of companies, we are also part of the largest roofing and waterproofing business in the world.

Our communities help give our work meaning and the products we manufacture help protect what matters most. The shingles help to shelter the families living in the homes in our towns. The TPO helps protect what is under that hospital’s roof. In addition to quality products, we make sure they are installed by quality craftsmen and women. The full GAF portfolio of solutions is supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors.

GAF continues to be the leader in quality and offers comprehensive warranty protection on its products and systems. Our success is driven by a commitment to empowering our people to deliver advanced quality and purposeful innovation and the desire to protect what matters most.