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Get Access To All JobsNYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. For the fourth consecutive year, Vizient Inc. ranked NYU Langone No. 1 for quality care in the nation and U.S. News & World Report recently placed 12 of its clinical specialties among the top 10 in the nation. NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition-free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health.
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Employee & Labor Relations Specialist.
In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for cultivating positive Employee & Labor Relations by assisting in the development and administration of employee relations activities at NYU Langone Health. Ensures leadership and staff complies with all NYU Langone Health policies and collective bargaining agreements as well as federal, state and local laws and regulations. Responds to employee concerns and inquiries. Engages with employees to ensure the reasonable accommodation process is alignment with our commitment to inclusivity and compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other state and local regulations. Reviews compliance and regulatory matters. Ensures that Employee & Labor Relations is viewed as a beneficial and accessible resource for all NYU Langone Health leadership and employees.
Job Responsibilities:
- Serves as accommodation representative for disability, religious and pregnancy accommodation requests made by employees. Ensures all appropriate documentation is submitted, engages in cooperative dialogue with employee and engages the respective departments to determine a reasonable outcome. Notifies employee and department of the determination in writing.
- Responds to questions and problems regarding policy interpretation and implementation. Investigates the issues raised and gathers all pertinent data before making a recommendation.
- Recordkeeping of Intake and Escalations - Responsible for creating cases in Salesforce to document initial report from callers/walk-ins if applicable and resolving cases or assigning cases to the appropriate party for follow up and resolution.
- Responsible for accurate documentation and filing of all employee disciplinary actions received from managers. Assists with tasks related to unemployment as directed. Responds to all requests for documents/employment records as directed.
- Reviews telecommuting requests to determine whether request should be granted and takes necessary steps to ensure telecommuting agreement is timely processed.
- Assesses Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) to make sure they are properly constructed and that appropriate follow up takes place at the conclusion of the PIP.
- Assists with the Grievance Process for union and non-union employees including but not limited to scheduling grievances in a timely manner in accordance with collective bargaining agreements or policy; and preparing department representatives for grievance meetings; Drafts and implements appropriate agreements when settling grievances in consultation with department leadership.
- Assists ELR Managers in providing guidance to employees who present general questions & concerns about fairness & equity as it relates to their employment.
- Assists Legal Counsel in preparing for and representing NYU Langone Health at arbitrations and third-party proceedings as required.
- Assists Legal Counsel in responding to complaints and third-party proceedings, including EEOC, NY State or City Dept of Human Rights Charges, NLRB charges. Maintains current, detailed and accurate information on work output in Salesforce and other case management tools such as Onbase and Grievance log. Maintains organized and orderly case files and timely makes updates.
- Ensures NYU Langone Health compliance with federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to Employee & Labor Relations including but not limited to vaccinations and training. Maintains an awareness of current regulatory requirements and court decisions on various employee relations issues as they affect NYU Langone Health on an ongoing basis.
- Researches, develops, and designs training programs/sessions in all areas of Employee Relations in consultation and collaboration with department leadership. Researches material to develop courses and work with departmental leadership to determine future needs.
- Researches topics associated with law, policies and cases and identifies trends, and uses analytics to identify areas that could benefit from training and education.
- Aids in development of forms and templates.
- Participates in Special Projects and committees as the Employee & Labor Relations representative.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Position Specific Responsibilities:
Effective oral, written communication and interpersonal skills.
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Bachelors degree required.
Minimum three years of progressive experience in Human Resources.
Employee & Labor Relations experience preferred.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York State Pay Transparency Law. The salary range for the role is $66,300.00 to $100,000.00 annually. Actual salary depends on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and health system need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.
NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.
NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. For the fourth consecutive year, Vizient Inc. ranked NYU Langone No. 1 for quality care in the nation and U.S. News & World Report recently placed 12 of its clinical specialties among the top 10 in the nation. NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition-free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health.
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Employee & Labor Relations Specialist.
In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for cultivating positive Employee & Labor Relations by assisting in the development and administration of employee relations activities at NYU Langone Health. Ensures leadership and staff complies with all NYU Langone Health policies and collective bargaining agreements as well as federal, state and local laws and regulations. Responds to employee concerns and inquiries. Engages with employees to ensure the reasonable accommodation process is alignment with our commitment to inclusivity and compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other state and local regulations. Reviews compliance and regulatory matters. Ensures that Employee & Labor Relations is viewed as a beneficial and accessible resource for all NYU Langone Health leadership and employees.
Job Responsibilities:
- Serves as accommodation representative for disability, religious and pregnancy accommodation requests made by employees. Ensures all appropriate documentation is submitted, engages in cooperative dialogue with employee and engages the respective departments to determine a reasonable outcome. Notifies employee and department of the determination in writing.
- Responds to questions and problems regarding policy interpretation and implementation. Investigates the issues raised and gathers all pertinent data before making a recommendation.
- Recordkeeping of Intake and Escalations - Responsible for creating cases in Salesforce to document initial report from callers/walk-ins if applicable and resolving cases or assigning cases to the appropriate party for follow up and resolution.
- Responsible for accurate documentation and filing of all employee disciplinary actions received from managers. Assists with tasks related to unemployment as directed. Responds to all requests for documents/employment records as directed.
- Reviews telecommuting requests to determine whether request should be granted and takes necessary steps to ensure telecommuting agreement is timely processed.
- Assesses Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) to make sure they are properly constructed and that appropriate follow up takes place at the conclusion of the PIP.
- Assists with the Grievance Process for union and non-union employees including but not limited to scheduling grievances in a timely manner in accordance with collective bargaining agreements or policy; and preparing department representatives for grievance meetings; Drafts and implements appropriate agreements when settling grievances in consultation with department leadership.
- Assists ELR Managers in providing guidance to employees who present general questions & concerns about fairness & equity as it relates to their employment.
- Assists Legal Counsel in preparing for and representing NYU Langone Health at arbitrations and third-party proceedings as required.
- Assists Legal Counsel in responding to complaints and third-party proceedings, including EEOC, NY State or City Dept of Human Rights Charges, NLRB charges. Maintains current, detailed and accurate information on work output in Salesforce and other case management tools such as Onbase and Grievance log. Maintains organized and orderly case files and timely makes updates.
- Ensures NYU Langone Health compliance with federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to Employee & Labor Relations including but not limited to vaccinations and training. Maintains an awareness of current regulatory requirements and court decisions on various employee relations issues as they affect NYU Langone Health on an ongoing basis.
- Researches, develops, and designs training programs/sessions in all areas of Employee Relations in consultation and collaboration with department leadership. Researches material to develop courses and work with departmental leadership to determine future needs.
- Researches topics associated with law, policies and cases and identifies trends, and uses analytics to identify areas that could benefit from training and education.
- Aids in development of forms and templates.
- Participates in Special Projects and committees as the Employee & Labor Relations representative.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Position Specific Responsibilities:
Effective oral, written communication and interpersonal skills.
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Bachelors degree required.
Minimum three years of progressive experience in Human Resources.
Employee & Labor Relations experience preferred.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York State Pay Transparency Law. The salary range for the role is $66,300.00 to $100,000.00 annually. Actual salary depends on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and health system need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.
NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Labor Relations Representative
Target employers with unionized workforces
Large manufacturers, healthcare systems, and public utilities maintain dedicated labor relations teams and sponsor work visas far more consistently than smaller firms. These organizations plan workforce needs in advance, making OPT timelines easier to accommodate.
Align your degree field to the role description
Labor relations roles can qualify for STEM OPT extension if your degree is in industrial-organizational psychology or a qualifying social science. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before applying, since misalignment can cost you 24 months of work authorization.
Lead with collective bargaining knowledge in interviews
Employers hiring for labor relations specifically value familiarity with the National Labor Relations Act and grievance procedures. Demonstrating this in interviews signals you can contribute immediately, which reduces the perceived risk of sponsoring an international candidate.
Apply to organizations already filing H-1B petitions
Companies with a history of H-1B visa sponsorship are far more likely to continue sponsoring. Review public labor condition application disclosures to identify which employers in labor relations and HR have filed petitions recently before investing time in an application.
Be upfront about your OPT timeline during screening
Disclosing your authorization period early avoids wasted interviews and builds credibility. Frame it positively: you're authorized to work immediately, with a clear timeline that gives the employer time to evaluate fit before any visa petition is required.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for sponsorship-friendly roles
Generic job searches surface roles with no sponsorship history. Migrate Mate filters for employers who have sponsored international workers, saving you the time of researching each company individually and keeping your focus on realistic opportunities.
Labor Relations Representative OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Labor Relations Representative roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree's CIP code, not the job title itself. If your degree is in industrial-organizational psychology, economics, or a qualifying social science field, your DSO may approve the extension. Human resources management degrees do not automatically qualify. Confirm with your DSO before accepting a role, since the employer must also be E-Verify enrolled to participate in STEM OPT.
How often do employers in labor relations sponsor H-1B visas?
Sponsorship rates vary significantly by industry. Unionized sectors like healthcare, manufacturing, and public transit employ the most labor relations professionals and have stronger institutional familiarity with visa sponsorship than smaller private employers. Reviewing Labor Condition Application disclosure data helps you identify which specific organizations have filed H-1B petitions for similar roles before applying. Migrate Mate surfaces these employers directly so you're not researching each one from scratch.
Can I work as a Labor Relations Representative on OPT while the H-1B lottery is pending?
Yes. If your employer files an H-1B petition with a requested start date of October 1 and you maintain valid OPT authorization through that date, you can continue working without interruption. If your OPT expires before October 1 and you're a STEM OPT holder, the cap-gap rule automatically extends your authorization through September 30, covering the gap.
What makes a Labor Relations Representative role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
The role must normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Labor relations positions typically satisfy this when they involve interpreting collective bargaining agreements, advising on NLRA compliance, or managing arbitration processes, because these tasks require specialized knowledge in industrial relations or labor law. Roles that are more generalist HR in nature may face higher USCIS scrutiny during adjudication.
How should I handle the 60-day grace period if my labor relations job ends while I'm on OPT?
You have 60 days from your last day of employment to find new qualifying work, transfer to another visa status, or depart the United States. The grace period does not extend your OPT end date, so if you're close to expiration, your options narrow quickly. Use the time immediately to search for new roles through Migrate Mate, which focuses on employers open to OPT candidates, and notify your DSO as soon as employment ends.