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$65,000.00 - $75,000.00 Annually
Location
0401 - Human Resources
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
10355-HR
Department
0402 - Human Resources
Division
040205 - Personnel-Lab Rel & Affirm Act
Opening Date
04/02/2026
Closing Date
4/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Labor Relations Officer
Summary/Objective
Incumbent is responsible for addressing labor relations activities in addition to other labor and employment relations duties, as assigned.
Examples of Duties
Under general supervision, assists in the resolution of labor problems and issues within the department. Provides contract interpretations as needed. Serves as departmental representative at grievance hearings and meetings. Monitors the administration of labor contracts within the division to ensure consistency. Assists or performs other labor relations duties as designated. Attends and/or leads designated committees, as requested. Assists in policy development and training. Processes the City's unemployment claims and hearings. Assists with FMLA requests, ADA Accommodations, EEO complaints and investigations, drug and alcohol testing, and employee disciplinary conferences and corrective action. Performs other job-related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
A High School Diploma or GED is required. A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Administration, or a related field from an accredited four year college or university is required. Two years of full time paid experience working on labor relations activities including contract administration is required. (Substitution: One year of experience may substitute for each year of college education lacking.) Must have familiarity with the grievance process. Experience in governmental or public sector labor relations is preferred. A valid State of Ohio Driver's License is preferred.
Essential Job Functions
- Assists in the resolution of labor problems and issues.
- Provides contract interpretations as needed.
- Serves as departmental representative at step 2 (if applicable) and step 3 grievance hearings and meetings.
- Assists with labor contract negotiations.
- Monitors the administration of labor contracts to ensure consistency and contract compliance.
- Assists in policy development and training.
- Assists with EEO complaints and investigations, and employee disciplinary conferences and corrective action.
- Assists with identifying recommended revisions of City of Cleveland policy, strategy, tactics, and training based on complaint investigations.
- Prioritizes assignments and tasks to meet required deadlines.
- Performs other job-related duties as required by the Senior Labor Relations Officer.
Preferred Skills/Abilities
- 3-5 years of related experience.
- Public sector, especially municipal government, experience preferred.
- Certification in human resources (SHRM, HRCI) preferred.
- Excellent communication skills. Bi-lingual (Spanish)/multi-lingual preferred.
- Excellent prioritization skill, organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Proficient in business writing.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including SharePoint with the ability to learn new or updated software.
- Interviewing witnesses, making credibility determinations, and the gathering and reviewing of documentary and electronic evidence.
- Case management, including information on practical techniques concerning the timely investigation of complaints.
- May conduct EEO complaint intake process and review equal opportunity complaints to clarify issues.
- Investigate employment practices or alleged violations of laws to document and correct discriminatory factors. Interview witnesses, suspects, claimants, and other interested parties. Identify and collect documents and other relevant evidence. Prepare reports of investigatory findings.
- May serve as hearing officer for pre-discipline conferences as needed.
- Act as hearing officer for grievance hearings and prepare written responses to union grievances. Explain regulations, policies, or procedures. Provide technical assistance in regard to civil rights laws and equal opportunity regulations.
- Evaluate personnel practices to ensure adherence to City policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements. Measure effectiveness of business strategies or practices.
- Develop and facilitate solutions to resolve disputes between management and employees.
- Draft contract proposals or counter-proposals for collective bargaining or other labor negotiations as requested.
- Apply principles of progressive discipline and make disciplinary recommendations to management based on applicable City policy.
- Provide training to managers and employees regarding labor relations, contract administration, Civil Service rules, and/or human resources policies and procedures as needed.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working at a computer or standing.
- Must be able to occasionally lift items of up to 15 pounds.
Expected Hours of Work
Primarily Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with the flexibility to work evening and weekend hours as required and on short notice.
The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.
The City of Cleveland makes available a variety of benefit options depending upon your employment status and any applicable union membership. In general, benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription medical and life insurance. Specific information regarding benefit eligibility will be discussed and reviewed at the time of hire.
Employer
City of Cleveland
Address
601 Lakeside Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio, 44114
Phone
216-664-2493
Salary
$65,000.00 - $75,000.00 Annually
Location
0401 - Human Resources
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
10355-HR
Department
0402 - Human Resources
Division
040205 - Personnel-Lab Rel & Affirm Act
Opening Date
04/02/2026
Closing Date
4/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Labor Relations Officer
Summary/Objective
Incumbent is responsible for addressing labor relations activities in addition to other labor and employment relations duties, as assigned.
Examples of Duties
Under general supervision, assists in the resolution of labor problems and issues within the department. Provides contract interpretations as needed. Serves as departmental representative at grievance hearings and meetings. Monitors the administration of labor contracts within the division to ensure consistency. Assists or performs other labor relations duties as designated. Attends and/or leads designated committees, as requested. Assists in policy development and training. Processes the City's unemployment claims and hearings. Assists with FMLA requests, ADA Accommodations, EEO complaints and investigations, drug and alcohol testing, and employee disciplinary conferences and corrective action. Performs other job-related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
A High School Diploma or GED is required. A Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Administration, or a related field from an accredited four year college or university is required. Two years of full time paid experience working on labor relations activities including contract administration is required. (Substitution: One year of experience may substitute for each year of college education lacking.) Must have familiarity with the grievance process. Experience in governmental or public sector labor relations is preferred. A valid State of Ohio Driver's License is preferred.
Essential Job Functions
- Assists in the resolution of labor problems and issues.
- Provides contract interpretations as needed.
- Serves as departmental representative at step 2 (if applicable) and step 3 grievance hearings and meetings.
- Assists with labor contract negotiations.
- Monitors the administration of labor contracts to ensure consistency and contract compliance.
- Assists in policy development and training.
- Assists with EEO complaints and investigations, and employee disciplinary conferences and corrective action.
- Assists with identifying recommended revisions of City of Cleveland policy, strategy, tactics, and training based on complaint investigations.
- Prioritizes assignments and tasks to meet required deadlines.
- Performs other job-related duties as required by the Senior Labor Relations Officer.
Preferred Skills/Abilities
- 3-5 years of related experience.
- Public sector, especially municipal government, experience preferred.
- Certification in human resources (SHRM, HRCI) preferred.
- Excellent communication skills. Bi-lingual (Spanish)/multi-lingual preferred.
- Excellent prioritization skill, organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Proficient in business writing.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including SharePoint with the ability to learn new or updated software.
- Interviewing witnesses, making credibility determinations, and the gathering and reviewing of documentary and electronic evidence.
- Case management, including information on practical techniques concerning the timely investigation of complaints.
- May conduct EEO complaint intake process and review equal opportunity complaints to clarify issues.
- Investigate employment practices or alleged violations of laws to document and correct discriminatory factors. Interview witnesses, suspects, claimants, and other interested parties. Identify and collect documents and other relevant evidence. Prepare reports of investigatory findings.
- May serve as hearing officer for pre-discipline conferences as needed.
- Act as hearing officer for grievance hearings and prepare written responses to union grievances. Explain regulations, policies, or procedures. Provide technical assistance in regard to civil rights laws and equal opportunity regulations.
- Evaluate personnel practices to ensure adherence to City policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements. Measure effectiveness of business strategies or practices.
- Develop and facilitate solutions to resolve disputes between management and employees.
- Draft contract proposals or counter-proposals for collective bargaining or other labor negotiations as requested.
- Apply principles of progressive discipline and make disciplinary recommendations to management based on applicable City policy.
- Provide training to managers and employees regarding labor relations, contract administration, Civil Service rules, and/or human resources policies and procedures as needed.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working at a computer or standing.
- Must be able to occasionally lift items of up to 15 pounds.
Expected Hours of Work
Primarily Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with the flexibility to work evening and weekend hours as required and on short notice.
The City's guiding principles are as follows: Placing Clevelanders at the Center, Empowering Employees to Do Purposeful Work, Defining Clear and Pragmatic Objectives, Leading with Trust and Transparency, Striving for Equity in All We Do, and Embracing Change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.
The City of Cleveland makes available a variety of benefit options depending upon your employment status and any applicable union membership. In general, benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription medical and life insurance. Specific information regarding benefit eligibility will be discussed and reviewed at the time of hire.
Employer
City of Cleveland
Address
601 Lakeside Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio, 44114
Phone
216-664-2493
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Which government employers in Ohio sponsor H-1B visas?
Public universities are among the most active H-1B sponsors in Ohio's government sector, with Ohio State University, the University of Cincinnati, and Case Western Reserve University filing petitions for researchers and technical staff. Federal agencies operating in Ohio, including those tied to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and the Department of Veterans Affairs, also sponsor H-1B workers, as do state agencies and regional public health organizations.
Which cities in Ohio have the most government H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Columbus has the highest concentration, driven by state government offices, Ohio State University, and affiliated research institutions. Dayton is a strong secondary market due to the federal presence at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and associated defense contractors with government ties. Cleveland and Cincinnati also generate government H-1B filings through public universities, VA medical centers, and county-level public agencies.
What types of government roles in Ohio typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Roles that qualify are those meeting the H-1B specialty occupation standard, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field directly related to the position. In Ohio's government sector, this commonly includes software engineers, data analysts, civil and environmental engineers, public health researchers, biomedical scientists, and IT security specialists employed by universities, federal agencies, or state departments.
How do I find government H-1B sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters job listings by visa sponsorship type, state, and industry. You can search directly for government H-1B sponsorship jobs in Ohio to see active openings at public universities, state agencies, and federal employers. Because government sponsors often have structured hiring processes, reviewing postings early and monitoring new listings regularly gives you the best chance of finding open roles.
Are there any state-specific considerations for H-1B sponsorship in Ohio's government sector?
Ohio's large public university system makes it one of the more accessible states for government-sector H-1B sponsorship, since universities are cap-exempt employers and can file H-1B petitions at any time of year without competing in the annual lottery. For roles at state agencies or federal installations, petitions are generally cap-subject, so timing around the April filing window matters. Government roles also tend to have longer hiring timelines than private sector positions.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B government jobs in Ohio?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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