special-interest-groups-official/references/tasks.md

Tasks & work activities — special-interest groups' official

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 13-1075.00 (Labor Relations Specialists) — manual nearest-occupation mapping via ISCO group 1114; the official ESCO crosswalk has no entry for this ESCO occupation.

Task statements

• [Supplemental] Advise management on matters related to the administration of contracts or employee discipline or grievance procedures.
• [Core] Call or meet with union, company, government, or other interested parties to discuss labor relations matters, such as contract negotiations or grievances.
• [Core] Draft contract proposals or counter-proposals for collective bargaining or other labor negotiations.
• [Core] Draft rules or regulations to govern collective bargaining activities in collaboration with company, government, or employee representatives.
• [Core] Identify alternatives to proposals of unions, employees, companies, or government agencies.
• [Core] Interpret contractual agreements for employers and employees engaged in collective bargaining or other labor relations processes.
• [Core] Investigate and evaluate union complaints or arguments to determine viability.
• [Core] Mediate discussions between employer and employee representatives in attempt to reconcile differences.
• [Core] Monitor company or workforce adherence to labor agreements.
• [Core] Negotiate collective bargaining agreements.
• [Supplemental] Prepare and submit required governmental reports or forms related to labor relations matters, such as equal employment opportunity (EEO) forms, new hire forms, or minority compensation reports.
• [Supplemental] Prepare reports or presentations to communicate employee satisfaction or related data to management.
• [Core] Present the position of the company or of labor during arbitration or other labor negotiations.
• [Core] Propose resolutions for collective bargaining or other labor or contract negotiations.
• [Core] Recommend collective bargaining strategies, goals, or objectives.
• [Core] Review and approve employee disciplinary actions, such as written reprimands, suspensions, or terminations.
• [Core] Review employer practices or employee data to ensure compliance with contracts on matters such as wages, hours, or conditions of employment.
• [Core] Schedule or coordinate the details of grievance hearings or other meetings.
• [Core] Write letters related to labor relations activities, such as letters to amend collective bargaining agreements, letters of dispute or conciliation, or letters to seek clarification of contract terms.
• [Core] Assess risk levels associated with collective bargaining strategies.
• [Supplemental] Assess the impact of union proposals on company or government operations.
• [Supplemental] Develop employee health and safety policies.
• [Supplemental] Develop methods to monitor employee satisfaction with policies or working conditions, including grievance or complaint procedures.
• [Core] Prepare evidence for disciplinary hearings, including preparing witnesses to testify.
• [Supplemental] Provide expert testimony in legal proceedings related to labor relations or labor contracts.
• [Core] Research case law or outcomes of previous case hearings.
• [Core] Select mediators or arbitrators for labor disputes or contract negotiations.
• [Supplemental] Train managers or supervisors on topics related to labor relations, such as working conditions, safety, or equal opportunity practices.

Detailed work activities

• Advise others on human resources topics.
• Arrange collective bargaining agreements.
• Assess risks to business operations.
• Collect evidence for legal proceedings.
• Establish business management methods.
• Establish organizational guidelines or policies.
• Evaluate personnel practices to ensure adherence to regulations.
• Measure effectiveness of business strategies or practices.
• Negotiate agreements to resolve disputes.
• Organize special events.
• Prepare regulatory or compliance documentation.
• Present business-related information to audiences.
• Testify at legal or legislative proceedings.
• Train personnel on managerial topics.
• Update knowledge of legal or regulatory environments.