Lead, Collective Bargaining

Summary

Spire is seeking a Lead, Collective Bargaining to work in our (downtown) Birmingham, AL HR Department.  This position’s primary responsibilities will be developing and maintaining relationships with Union leadership  from three Alabama locals, while ensuring compliance with the respective Collective Bargaining Agreements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee and counsel management on workforce-related issues, including: Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) interpretation/administration, discipline, policy and regulatory adherence, compensation and benefit administration
• Support labor relations strategy and manage operational objectives including: CBA(s)/union issues, grievance process, progressive discipline, etc.
• Develop and maintain a strong and effective relationship with union leadership, business leadership and other support departments
• Lead role in contract negotiations by identifying issues, developing proposals, analyzing statistical data and building a business case to support the Company’s position
• Manages compliance with collective bargaining agreements and makes appropriate interventions as needed
• Keep abreast of labor laws and collective bargaining
• Develop and maintain information system that tracks and analyzes grievances and other labor relations concerns
• All other duties as assigned

Essential Characteristics and Competencies

• Ability to lead by example in support of the Company’s essential characteristics and values: strong ethics and integrity, dedication to a safe work environment, commitment to a diverse workforce that recognizes and respects every individual’s unique skills and perspectives
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to adapt in a fast-moving and changing culture
• Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in order to meet individual goals and deadlines
• Ability to work as part of a team and display a positive attitude for this dynamic environment

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Required Education (certifications, licenses)

• Bachelor’s degree REQUIRED
• PHR or SHRM-CP preferred 

Required knowledge, skill and abilities

• 5-7 years of relevant experience REQUIRED
  • EX: labor relations, supervising union employees, administering collective bargaining agreements, etc.)
• Experience conducting internal investigations or handling union grievances preferred

Physical demands, environment and schedule

• Work is performed in a shared, open-office environment
• Hybrid Working Hours: Typically, 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday, with the option to work remote 2 days per week following onboarding
• Requires work during nonstandard business hours with occasional travel

Company Overview

At Spire, we believe energy exists to help people. To enrich their lives, grow their businesses, advance their communities. It’s a simple idea, but one that’s at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to understanding the needs of the homes and businesses we serve. That's why we're always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people.

And we find the best by hiring those who share our values of drive, safety, inclusion and integrity, and demonstrate our four essential behaviors that bring the Spire vision, mission and culture to life:

• We make it happen: We are a company of go-getters, acting on every opportunity to help our company advance
• We collaborate: We put teamwork first, bringing in everyone’s ideas, because our collective energy makes us stronger
• We seek out perspective: We challenge ourselves to be open to different ways of doing things, because learning from each other leads to breakthroughs
• We care: We treat people how we want to be treated, listening closely and doing what’s right, even when it’s hard

By living our values and behaviors every day, we strive to create an environment where every employee feels welcome, respected and valued.

Posting Requirements

• We accept online applications through our career site at jobs.spireenergy.com 

Disclaimer:  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

Spire Inc., and its subsidiaries are an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer.