MyMajors Career Profile

Typical Tasks

Investigate and evaluate union complaints or arguments to determine viability.

Research case law or outcomes of previous case hearings.

Review employer practices or employee data to ensure compliance with contracts on matters such as wages, hours, or conditions of employment.

Call or meet with union, company, government, or other interested parties to discuss labor relations matters, such as contract negotiations or grievances.

Interpret contractual agreements for employers and employees engaged in collective bargaining or other labor relations processes.

What kind of work is this?

Enterprising

Business based Work

Conventional

Organized, Procedural Work

Social

Working with people

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Integrity

Dependability

Attention to Detail

Cooperation

Initiative

Stress Tolerance

What key skills are needed for this job?

Active Listening

Speaking

Negotiation

Writing

Reading Comprehension

Critical Thinking

Expected Knowledge

Personnel and Human Resources

Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.

English Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Law and Government

Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

Common Activities

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others

Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Getting Information

Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Education & Preparation

Some occupations may require additional education, advanced degrees, and years of experience in the field.

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Job Zone 4

Considerable Preparation Needed

Education

Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

Experience

A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations.

Training

Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

Typical Education Required

Education a new hire may need

Bachelor's degree 33%
Post-baccalaureate certificate 10%
Master's degree 10%
Professional degree 10%
Some college 10%
Other 29%

Source: O*NET Education, Training & Experience data

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Labor Relations Specialists

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