Asst Labor Relations Officer Job Listing at Norfolk Southern in Atlanta, GA (Job ID 1230382700)

Description

Requisition 38017: B3 Asst Labor Relations Officer 

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Norfolk Southern offers a unique opportunity to be part of our proud legacy that spans nearly 200 years. We are a customer-centric, operations-driven team dedicated to advancing safety, serving communities, and driving innovation for tomorrow's rail.  As part of Norfolk Southern, you'll join a collaborative team where there are opportunities for growth across the organization. We are building a culture where everyone can thrive by owning and driving exceptional results, being humble and leading with trust, serving our customers with excellence, and collaborating and coaching to win.

Handles the appeals of claims and grievances and defends management's position in disputes involving interpretation and application of collective bargaining agreements for the crafts that fall under the jurisdiction of the position.

Principal Duties:

• Prepares arbitration briefs and acts as oral advocate for managements position in front of arbitrators.
• Prepares summary analysis and recommendations in discipline cases.
• Conducts research on labor agreements and prior National Railroad Adjustment Board decisions.
• Provides advice and counsel to line supervisors.
• Presents Carrier's position in arbitration cases.
• Interacts with general chairmen and handles claim conferences.

Job Related Experience:

Minimum Level: 1-2 years Preferred Level: 3-5 years

Education:

Preferred Level: Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Majors: Labor Relations, Political Science, Business, Law, Industrial Relations, Personnel Management, Human Resources, or Organizational Leadership.

Licenses / Certifications: Required: None listed Preferred: None listed

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong analytical thinking skills
• Willingness to study reference materials, ask questions and resolve problems
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Solid interpersonal skills along with the ability to grow from constructive feedback
• Ability to manage time, prioritize work demands effectively, and meet deadlines without sacrificing standards of work
• Ability to interact with various levels of management while being positive and professional
• Solid decision-making skills

Career Path:

Future Jobs:

• Labor Relations Officer

Company Benefits:

• 401k Thrift and Investment Plan
• NS Retirement Plan
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Leave Benefits

Environment: Office/ Hybrid

Shift Work: No

On-Call: Yes

Weekend Work: Yes

Travel Required: 0 - 2 Days per Month,

Company Overview

Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country's population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting www.NorfolkSouthern.com.

At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.

Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.