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Job Function Summary: Involves establishing and maintaining satisfactory labor-management relations, including monitoring and ensuring adherence to contract provisions, participating in negotiating sessions, addressing grievances and questions of a specific group of union employees. Generic Scope Technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues / problems without precedent and / or structure. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy. Custom Scope Technical leader who provides labor relations guidance to all levels within the organization, utilizing specialized labor relations expertise within area of responsibility to resolve highly complex issues in creative and effective ways. Internal and external contacts often pertain to significant labor relations programs and objectives. Normally receives little direction on assignments. Serves in a lead capacity, providing guidance to other professionals in department.
% of time |
Essential Function (Yes/No) |
Key Responsibilities (To be completed by Supervisor) |
35% |
Yes |
Advises departments and human resource professionals on labor relations, employment law and employee relations policies, procedures and implications relating to complex individual and campus-wide issues or courses of action. Leads and conducts extremely complex and varied analysis and research of issues or concepts and develops resulting recommendations for members of organization management at all levels and other key stakeholders. Ensures that legal and regulatory requirements are met in terms of labor and employee relations to minimize exposure to liability for the campus. |
10% |
Yes |
Applies highly advanced labor relations concepts to represent the organization's objectives at the bargaining table and has authority to negotiate binding agreements with local unions, utilizing an understanding of organization goals and priorities. |
10% |
Yes |
Represents the UCSF as a participant in system-wide bargaining, unfair labor practice proceedings, grievances and arbitrations and has authority to commit campus to system-wide agreements. |
10% |
Yes |
Works to build consensus in a collaborative manner among diverse entities (for example, campus management, employees, and union representatives). |
10% |
Yes |
Responsible for administering and interpreting collective bargaining agreements and University of California and UCSF specific policies. |
10% |
Yes |
Works in a highly collaborative manner with others across the organization, external contacts of significance, and members of organization management at all levels to identify areas of liability, and recommend positions on highly complex and sensitive labor and employee relations matters. Negotiates binding settlements with union representatives and employees; drafts agreements and monitors for compliance. |
10% |
Yes |
Applies advanced employee relations-specific concepts and skills to investigate formal employee and union complaints and develops recommendations on the campus's response to employee. |
5% |
Yes |
Acts as a lead and mentor for other LER professionals in the department and provides guidance, support and feedback |
| Knowledge, Skills and Abilities |
Req / Pref |
| Possesses advanced analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills. |
REQUIRED |
| Has advanced knowledge of labor/employment law and the principles and techniques of labor negotiations. |
REQUIRED |
| Demonstrates advanced knowledge of the principles of advocacy in order to represent the organization in complex and sensitive dispute forums. |
REQUIRED |
| Has advanced knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and court decisions regarding employment related matters. |
REQUIRED |
| Possesses specialized knowledge within labor relations field. |
REQUIRED |
| Demonstrates skills necessary to bargain and represent the organization's interests effectively. |
REQUIRED |
| Demonstrates ability to lead and mentor other labor relations professionals. |
REQUIRED |
| Demonstrated ability to handle extremely difficult or volatile situations/individuals effectively. |
REQUIRED |
| Demonstrates advanced knowledge of organizational policies and procedures; advanced knowledge of functional area and understands how work impacts other areas in Human Resources and the organization. |
Preferred |
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Salary Information
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
| Knowledge, Skills and Abilities |
Req / Pref |
| Possesses advanced analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills. |
REQUIRED |
| Has advanced knowledge of labor/employment law and the principles and techniques of labor negotiations. |
REQUIRED |
| Demonstrates advanced knowledge of the principles of advocacy in order to represent the organization in complex and sensitive dispute forums. |
REQUIRED |
| Has advanced knowledge of applicable state and federal laws and court decisions regarding employment related matters. |
REQUIRED |
| Possesses specialized knowledge within labor relations field. |
REQUIRED |
| Demonstrates skills necessary to bargain and represent the organization's interests effectively. |
REQUIRED |
| Demonstrates ability to lead and mentor other labor relations professionals. |
REQUIRED |
| Demonstrated ability to handle extremely difficult or volatile situations/individuals effectively. |
REQUIRED |
| Demonstrates advanced knowledge of organizational policies and procedures; advanced knowledge of functional area and understands how work impacts other areas in Human Resources and the organization. |
Preferred |
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University of California - San Francisco
165,000-$190,000
Apr 17, 2026