The Opportunity
Delaware North is currently seeking a Vice President of Labor Relations based out of our Global Headquarters in Buffalo, New York. The Vice President of Labor Relations provides strategic leadership and operational guidance to company leadership on all labor relations matters for a company with 75+ collective bargaining agreements with multiple unions across 6 operating subsidiaries. If you are seeking a hands-on role leading a labor relations team to meet the needs of the enterprise, apply today!
Pay
Minimum - Anticipated Maximum Base Salary: $168700 - $239100 / year
In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that we would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range. Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer .
Benefits
At Delaware North, we care about our team members' personal and professional journeys. These are just some of the benefits we offer:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with up to 4% company match
Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
Paid vacation days and holidays
Paid parental bonding leave
Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts
Responsibilities
Sets strategy and influences key business leaders on Labor Relations and all issues related to Labor Relations
Exhibits a proactive change management, consulting, and training approach with stakeholders to effectively implement the labor relations strategy across the enterprise
Provide expertise on collective bargaining processes and practices, grievances/arbitration processes and practices including training, mentoring and consultation; also provides expertise in mergers, acquisitions, and RFP's
Coordinate collective bargaining activities; ensures administrative processes are in place to effectively and efficiently implement labor agreements
Serve as Chief spokesperson for collective bargaining as required. Provide hands on negotiation support for other assigned negotiators
Provides leadership and influence to ensure successful investigation and disciplinary process for union operations
Influences key stakeholders, supports and manages the issue free/union avoidance process
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred
15 years minimum HR and Labor Relations experience and knowledge of related labor laws required, hospitality industry preferred
Significant experience as Lead Negotiator
Strong experience in Labor Relations managing over 50 collective bargaining agreements with multiple unions across multiple lines of business
Comfortable juggling multiple priorities or issues at the same time
Ability to thrive in a complex matrixed operating environment where influence and relationship building is key to success
Adept at coaching, counseling, training, and mentoring others to grow the capacity of the labor relations department
Ability to travel 30-40%
Who We Are
At Delaware North, you'll love where you work, who you work with, and how your day unfolds. Whether it's in sporting venues, casinos, airports, national parks, iconic hotels, or premier restaurants, there's no telling where your career can ultimately take you. We empower you to do great work in a company with 100 years of success, stability and growth. If you have drive and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision and grow with us.
Delaware North Companies, Incorporated and its subsidiaries consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Delaware North is an equal opportunity employer.