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What is a Labor Relations Specialist?

Job Description: Resolve disputes between workers and managers, negotiate collective bargaining agreements, or coordinate grievance procedures to handle employee complaints.

List of Labor Relations Specialist Job Duties

  • Call or meet with union, company, government, or other interested parties to discuss labor relations matters, such as contract negotiations or grievances.
  • Present the position of the company or of labor during arbitration or other labor negotiations.
  • Interpret contractual agreements for employers and employees engaged in collective bargaining or other labor relations processes.
  • Advise management on matters related to the administration of contracts or employee discipline or grievance procedures.
  • Draft contract proposals or counter-proposals for collective bargaining or other labor negotiations.
  • Train managers or supervisors on topics related to labor relations, such as working conditions, safety, or equal opportunity practices.

Qualities of a Labor Relations Specialist

Below is a list of the skills most Labor Relations Specialists say are important on the job.

Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Negotiation: Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.

Writing: Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Persuasion: Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.

Types of Labor Relations Specialist

  • Industrial Relations Worker
  • Labor Conciliator
  • Labor Relations Director
  • Employer Relations Specialist
  • Labor Relations Consultant

Is There Job Demand for Labor Relations Specialists?

There were about 81,100 jobs for Labor Relations Specialist in 2016 (in the United States). There is little to no growth in job opportunities for Labor Relations Specialist. Due to new job openings and attrition, there will be an average of 6,800 job openings in this field each year.

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The states with the most job growth for Labor Relations Specialist are Georgia, Maryland, and Louisiana. Watch out if you plan on working in Ohio, Vermont, or West Virginia. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

How Much Does a Labor Relations Specialist Make?

Labor Relations Specialists make between $19,270 and $123,340 a year.

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Labor Relations Specialists who work in New Jersey, North Dakota, or Maryland, make the highest salaries.

How much do Labor Relations Specialists make in each U.S. state?

State Annual Mean Salary
Alabama $42,590
Alaska $83,200
Arizona $71,400
Arkansas $49,660
California $80,270
Colorado $76,620
Connecticut $63,230
District of Columbia $89,420
Florida $62,580
Georgia $61,620
Hawaii $76,140
Idaho $54,040
Illinois $58,620
Indiana $66,520
Iowa $62,690
Kansas $55,300
Kentucky $57,460
Louisiana $49,920
Maine $79,850
Maryland $83,860
Massachusetts $72,500
Michigan $72,320
Minnesota $74,490
Mississippi $68,590
Missouri $55,240
Montana $52,570
Nebraska $51,040
Nevada $72,870
New Hampshire $63,830
New Jersey $117,470
New Mexico $64,350
New York $85,870
North Carolina $59,290
North Dakota $94,440
Ohio $47,600
Oklahoma $65,460
Oregon $85,820
Pennsylvania $78,320
Rhode Island $67,720
South Carolina $64,410
Tennessee $64,020
Texas $69,310
Utah $47,250
Vermont $70,250
Virginia $65,280
Washington $77,070
West Virginia $41,930
Wisconsin $42,650
Wyoming $61,600

Tools & Technologies Used by Labor Relations Specialists

Although they’re not necessarily needed for all jobs, the following technologies are used by many Labor Relations Specialists:

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Oracle PeopleSoft

Becoming a Labor Relations Specialist

What kind of Labor Relations Specialist requirements are there?

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How many years of work experience do I need?

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Where do Labor Relations Specialists Work?

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