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Chief, Labor and Employee Relations (Court Executive 2B)
Job Posted: 2 April 2024
Company: New Jersey Judiciary
Closing Date: Until filled
Location: Trenton, NJ

 

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Description

AMENDED REPOST

Applicants who have already applied, need not reapply

When you come to work for New Jersey Judiciary you will join an 8500-member strong TEAM that operates with the highest standards of independence, integrity, fairness and quality service. You will be engaged with work that has purpose, meaning and makes a difference in lives of the public we serve.  We work hard every day to build the public’s trust and confidence in our court system, which includes issues such as bail reform, marijuana decriminalization and recovery court.   Whether it be in a courtroom, an administrative office, a courthouse training room, an IT office or in the field, our Judiciary workforce is improving the lives of countless individuals and families every day. We honor the dignity and individualism of each member of our organization while fostering professionalism and continuous improvement in our work.


Salary
The salary range for this position is $99,899.51 to $152,431.59.  For newly hired individuals, the starting salary will normally be at the minimum of the salary range. For current Judiciary employees, salary upon promotion or advancement will be an increase of 5% of base salary, not to exceed the maximum of the range, or the minimum salary of the band/level, whichever is greater.

The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.

The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking an individual with strong management and legal skills to serve under the general direction of the Court Executive 3b (Assistant Director of Human Resources). The selected individual will represent management in labor and employee relations matters, including representing the Judiciary in all matters pertaining to the negotiation and administration of Judiciary labor contracts. The position requires an understanding of management principles and prerogatives, including the practical implications of contract proposals and operational responsibilities. This position directs the staff and operations of the Administrative Office of the Courts' Labor and Employee Relations Unit within the Human Resources Division. Staff in this Unit develop management contract proposals and assess labor contract proposals in coordination with Judiciary representatives; provide guidance to managers and Human Resources staff statewide on contract administration, grievances, imposition of discipline, and referrals for employee advisory services; conduct training in related areas; develop Human Resources policies for recommendation and statewide implementation; and coordinate statewide labor/management committees as well as serve as a resource to trial court labor/management committees. 

Remote Work
The Judiciary currently offers a hybrid work schedule, and this position may qualify for up to 2 days of remote work outside of Judiciary buildings. To participate in this program, you will be required to have high speed home internet access.

Example of Duties

  • Provide statewide guidance to the vicinage HR Offices as well as Central Office management regarding Labor & Employee Relations policies on matters that include discipline, grievances, performance advisories, ADA accommodations and terminations
  • Manage the programs and staff in the AOC Human Resources Labor & Employee Relations unit which includes implementing leadership strategies and policy directives, allocating resources, prioritizing work, defining work objectives, and providing direction to accomplish the goals of the unit
  • Formulate policies and procedures for the Labor & Employee Relations unit that can create efficiencies for the unit and for the Judiciary as a whole
  • Plan and oversee the implementation of applicable projects & programs such as tuition reimbursement
  • Coordinate with management, union representatives, and attorneys to negotiate and develop and revise the terms of all Judiciary collective bargaining agreements 
  • Participate on various working groups and committees in an effort to improve various Judiciary programs, policies, & procedures 
  • Provide direction on the monitoring of compliance of the Judiciary's performance advisory system 
  • Coordinate with Counsel to the Administrative Director regarding formal labor and employment law litigation or hearings, and with other appropriate entities regarding labor and employee relations matters

Qualifications

Graduation from an American Bar Association-approved law school and five years of professional administrative and/or program management experience which shall have included practice of law as an attorney; and three years of supervision of staff.

NOTE: The duties of the position will require extensive legal knowledge in the areas of New Jersey Employer-Employee Relations Act; the Fair Labor Standards Act; the Federal Family and Medical Leave Act; the New Jersey Family Leave Act; employment -at-will; Title VII; and the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination.

License: Attorney-at-Law with a plenary license in the State of New Jersey and having Supreme Court Good Standing Status of Active.  

Supervision Substitution for Level 2B Only - Attorney at law preference

For positions that require or prefer the selected candidate be an Attorney-at-Law, the supervision of staff requirement may be waived for those candidates who are Attorneys-at-Law with a plenary license in the State of New Jersey and having Supreme Court Good Standing Status of Active; that have at least three years of experience applicable to the position to which they are applying.  

Supplemental Information

Driver's License:  Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Authorization to Work:  US citizenship is not required.  Selected candidate must be authorized to work in the US according to Department of Homeland Security, US Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations.

Special Note:  Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in strict confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information.

Residency Law:  In accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Judiciary within one year must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person may request an exemption from that requirement from the Employee Residency Review Committee in the Department of Labor & Workforce Development on the basis of either hardship or employer critical need. 


How To Apply

The NJ Judiciary requires all applicants to complete the application process fully and as instructed.  All applicants must complete the work experience and education sections and attach any required documents. Applications must describe all relevant work experience in detail, beginning with your current or most recent job, including military service (indicate rank), internships and job-related volunteer work, if applicable.  Use a separate section to describe each position. Applicants who indicate "see resume" or enter their initials to acknowledge that they have skipped the Work History and Education sections will not be considered, unless they do not possess any education history or work experience. Only applicants that follow the application instructions and submit completed applications will be considered.

The New Jersey Judiciary consists of:  the Supreme Court, the Superior Court including the Appellate Division and the Trial Court of the 15 vicinages in New Jersey, the Tax Court and the Municipal Court System.  The Administrative Office of the Courts provides technical assistance, operational support, training, research and development, budget and personnel coordination, and development and operation of information systems for the Courts of New Jersey.
 
The Judiciary of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 
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