Performs support duties of equal opportunity programs and labor relations policies, including experience and solid knowledge of labor relation contracts, EEOC law, racial equity, and social justice to support the department’s workforce needs. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities ... more details
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The Regional Transit Authority gets people moving around New Orleans. Our transit services bring hard-working commuters to their jobs, students to their schools, and fun seekers to entertainment, shopping areas, and restaurants. We provide mobility to residents of the city as well as tourists, taking them to and from their hotels to historical neighborhoods and countless attractions. RTA’s system includes 5 streetcar lines, 30 bus routes, 2 ferry routes, and paratransit services. Our passengers take more than 19 million rides every year.
REPORTS TO Employee and Labor Relations Manager
TITLES OF POSITIONS REPORTING DIRECTLY TO THIS JOB None
Examples of Duties
JOB SUMMARY Performs support duties of equal opportunity programs and labor relations policies, including experience and solid knowledge of labor relation contracts, EEOC law, racial equity, and social justice to support the department’s workforce needs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
Tracks and maintains logs, records, and filing systems for grievances, complaints, corrective action, discipline, and other documentation
Compiles and collects data
Prepares reports and correspondence
Responds to and resolves employee inquiries courteously; provides information within the area of assignment
Assist with investigations regarding employee relations, discrimination, and other employment-related matters
Performs a variety of special projects relative to assigned responsibilities
Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends, legislation, and innovations in the field of labor relations and human resources
Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of RTA are carried out
Performs other related duties as assigned
OTHER FUNCTIONS
Performs other job-related duties which are in keeping with the goals and objectives of RTA.
OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Qualifications
EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources, Labor Relations, or a related field
OR: An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position's duties
EXPERIENCE Two (2) years of relevant transit/transportation experience performing work in labor relations, civil rights compliance, or another related program
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS/DEMANDS A valid Louisiana Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions
Must submit to a criminal background check, the results of which must meet hiring criteria for the role.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times. (The company to determine if the position is a safety-sensitive position).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Standard contract language and techniques of interpretation and application - Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation
Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing human resources management for a public agency EEO and Affirmative Action rules and regulations
Understand, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, contracts, laws, regulations, and labor/ management agreements
Researching and reporting preparation methods
Organizing and writing technical memoranda, reports, settlement proposals, etc.
Preparing clear and concise reports
Must be proficient in maintaining accurate digital and paper records
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Meet tight constraints and deadlines
Strong recordkeeping procedures
Excellent attention to detail
Work collaboratively in a team environment
Highly dependable
Effective communication skills
Ability to complete Filing/Scanning/Faxing
Strong interpersonal skills
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EEO STATEMENT
NORTA is an equal-opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions are based on job-related standards and must comply with the principles of equal employment opportunity.
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