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Labor Relations Specialists
Description
Resolve disputes between workers and managers, negotiate collective bargaining agreements, or coordinate grievance procedures to handle employee complaints.
Common Tasks
- Advise management on matters related to the administration of contracts or employee discipline or grievance procedures.
- Call or meet with union, company, government, or other interested parties to discuss labor relations matters, such as contract negotiations or grievances.
- Draft contract proposals or counter-proposals for collective bargaining or other labor negotiations.
- Draft rules or regulations to govern collective bargaining activities in collaboration with company, government, or employee representatives.
- Identify alternatives to proposals of unions, employees, companies, or government agencies.
Required Education
Bachelor's degree
Wages
In 2016 the mean hourly wage in the Greater Sacramento area was $37.64 . The hourly rate for this occupation typically paid between $23.60 and $55.67 .
In 2016 the mean annual salary in the Greater Sacramento area was $78,296.47 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $49,090.07 and $115,791.99 .
Occupation Outlook
This occupation employed 870 people in the Greater Sacramento area during 2014.
By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 3.4% in the number of jobs in the Greater Sacramento area for this occupation, bringing to total number to 900.
By 2024, in the Greater Sacramento area, the median hourly rate for this occupation is expected to be $36.00 with the median annual salary reaching $75,953.
