At LDRM we streamline the review, validation, compliance and submission of virtually any government-specific system application. That enables our customers to achieve predictably lower costs, greater information security, leaner operations and more effective digital government. LDRM specializes in background investigation support, records management, business automation and optimization, and administrative support.  To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

LDRM is a joint venture between two companies, DTSV and Lockwood Hills, a subsidiary of Akima. If you would like more information regarding LDRM please go to www.ldrmllc.com.

LDRM is seeking an Employee/Labor Relations Senior Manager to support our Joint Venture contract support the National Visa Center in Portsmouth, NH and the Kentucky Consular Center in Williamsburg, KY.

The successful candidate will have experience working with multiple facilities and Management teams.  He/she will manage activities designed to establish and maintain effective employee and labor relations through uniform application of the Company’s policies, practices and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

This role will provide day-to-day employee and labor relations support (coaching, counseling, and advising) remotely to managers and employees in the field on a multitude of workplace issues. This role will also be heavily involved in the development of classification and cataloging employee and labor relations issues for the purpose of standardizing operating procedures and guidelines to manage workplace issues moving more efficiently and effectively between the two locations.

• Manages relationships with key union representatives.
• Participates in the organizations collective bargaining process and works to ensure that labor agreements are implemented and administered appropriately.
• Represents the organization in grievances and arbitration and seeks to resolve disputes between workers and management. Plans and implements long-term labor contract negotiation strategies.
• Reports on organizational activities to relevant government agencies, such as the National Labor Relations Board or the Wage-Hour Division of the Bureau of Labor.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the fields concepts and principles.
• Leads and directs the work of other employees and has full authority for personnel decisions.
• Primarily focused on administering established policies and procedures but may have some impact on departmental budgeting, strategic planning, and procedural change.
• Provides advice and counsel to managers and employees in the resolution of employee-related questions, problems, while maintaining confidentiality and integrity.
• Facilitates resolution of labor grievances, disputes, employee issues and concerns; conducts investigations & coordinates arbitrations & litigations with Corporate Labor Relations and Legal.
• Works as an integral part of the Management teams at each of the two (2) LDRM sites assisting in and / or supporting: labor contract administration, compliance, negotiation preparation; training; safety; relationship building and continuous improvement
• Participates in the investigation and disposition of issues involving represented employees including but not limited to discipline, safety, and alleged contract violations or other alleged violations of policy, procedure or applicable laws as required
• When conducting investigations of complaints, perform root cause analysis of the workplace issues in aggregate and provides reports and recommendations to the business.
• Reviews and analyzes collective bargaining agreements, establishes templates, ensures all grievance settlements, Memorandums, Letters of Agreement not in the Collective Bargaining Agreements are captured and recorded for each location
• Prepares statistical reports of types and frequency of actions taken concerning grievances, arbitrations, mediation, and related labor relations activities in order to identify problem areas.
• Familiar with the NLRA and other applicable Federal and State Labor Regulations
• Conducts HR/LR training and/or assists in the implementation of human resources or labor relations initiatives or projects.
• The ideal candidate is an experienced Labor Relations professional with labor relations experience with a large non-exempt workforce in at least two locations.
• Preferred experience working for a federal contractor as well as working knowledge of SCA (Service Contract Act)
• Ability to investigate, analyze and develop plans for effective resolution of workplace issues.
• Hands-on knowledge of EEO, ADA, FMLA, NLRA and other labor and employment regulations.
• Strong consultation, written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with union representatives, managers and colleagues at all levels.
• Detail-oriented (especially regarding effectively managing and documenting labor relations issues and investigations).

• A minimum of 5 years of Employee & Labor Relations experience.
• Experience in bargaining contract negotiations, interpretation and administration of collective bargaining agreements.
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education/experience, master’s degree preferred.
• US Citizen with the ability to pass a background and credit check.
• Will oversee sites in both Williamsburg, KY and Portsmouth, NH. Must be willing to travel.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point software applications.

Work Where it Matters

LDRM, a joint venture comprised of Lockwood Hills Federal, an Akima company, and DTSV, is not just another technical support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At LDRM, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, LDRM provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, LDRM provides technical, operational, and administrative support services to federal agencies, including Department of State and the U.S. Patent and Tradespan Office.

As an LDRM employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.