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Labor Negotiator (Strategic Advisor 3, General Government)

February 24, 2026

The mission of the City of Seattle Human Resources Department (SDHR) is to provide strategic and operational human resources services that meet the City's workforce and organizational needs. Our values reflect our best thinking of how we want to act and interact with customers, consumers, partners, and each other: respect, excellence, integrity, equity, adaptability, integration, and accountability.?? Within the department, the Labor Relations team works to promote and maintain labor harmony within the City's represented workforce to maintain the efficient and continuous delivery of City services to the public. We have an opportunity for a Labor Negotiator to engage with all levels of City management, including elected City Officials, representatives from other governmental, regulatory, and administrative agencies, labor union representatives, and their legal counsel. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a highly skilled, supportive team and be in a unique position that offers a city-wide lens on labor relations work.Your top priorities in this position will be:<ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li>Providing advice on handling difficult employee problems</li><li>Representing the City in labor-management problem resolution</li><li>Resolving complex problems of a legal nature which may be politically sensitive and have substantial cost implications for the City</li></ul>Here’s more about what you’ll be doing:<ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li>Serving as chief spokesperson and negotiating labor contracts with unions that represent City employees</li><li>Performing specialized, professional labor relations activities of a highly sensitive and confidential nature</li><li>Formulating strategy and coordinating resources to present the City’s interest in labor negotiations, mediation, arbitration, grievances and grievance arbitration, unfair labor practices, state and federal agency proceedings (PERC) and to elected officials.</li><li>Interpreting collective bargaining agreements, personnel rules and negotiating mid-term changes in working conditions</li><li>Investigating step 3 grievances and recommending grievance responses and settlements to contract disputes and disciplinary actions.</li><li>Writing or reviewing discipline letters, grievance responses, last chance agreements, Letters of Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreements, Proposals, Emails related to Labor Relations and Memoranda of Understanding</li><li>Providing consultative labor relations support to departments</li><li>Researching, developing, and presenting training materials for supervisors, managers, City Officials, and Human Resources on labor relations issues</li><li>Participating in and facilitating citywide projects and committees that address wages, hours, and working conditions that affect unionized employees</li><li>Partnering with management, human resource staff, and union representatives to proactively respond to business requirements, labor interests, workplace issues, and employee concerns</li><li>Partnering with the Mayor’s Office to support labor priorities </li><li>Collaborating with SDHR teams to support consistent implementation of labor strategy, policy, and practice across departments </li></ul>You will be most successful if you have demonstrated hands-on experience in labor relations, law, human resource investigations, litigation, or interpreting contracts. A commitment to listening, creating space for diverse perspectives, and the pursuit of equitable, inclusive, and just outcomes must be at the center of your professional practice. The ability to communicate at all levels tactfully and effectively will also contribute to your success. Specifically, you’ll be prepared to take on this role if you have a combination of the following:Experience with:<ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li>Acting as a chief spokesperson in contract negotiations, administration, and grievance resolution</li><li>Labor relations and collective bargaining agreements, particularly in a public-sector setting</li><li>Working in a complex, unionized public organization</li><li>Being responsible for negotiations and contract administration</li><li>Facilitating groups with competing interests to a timely resolution </li><li>Drafting contract language and interpreting contracts </li><li>Maintaining tact, discretion, and calm </li><li>Successfully deescalating stressful or confrontational meetings while maintaining a positive working relationship </li></ul>An ability to:<ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li>Evaluate, research, and make sound decisions </li><li>Work independently under limited supervision </li><li>Work under pressure with constantly evolving priorities while still meeting deadlines</li></ul><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li>Encouraging a collaborative approach to problem solving</li><li>Manage and navigate within a dynamic political environment</li><li>Lead with kindness and compassion </li></ul><ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li>Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Washington State Regulations governing labor relations </li><li>Demonstrate sound judgment, discretion, and professional maturity</li></ul>Skills in:<ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li>Achieving amenable solutions for those with competing interests</li><li>Fostering and developing mutually respectful and trusting relationships</li></ul><ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li>Written, oral, and interpersonal communication</li><li>Executive-level communication and relationship management skills </li><li>Collaboration, with a solutions-oriented approach grounded in accountability </li><li>Mediation</li></ul>This civil service position is classified as a Strategic Advisor 3, General Government. The full pay range for this discretionary position is $61.90 - $92.84 per hour. The salary for this individual role has been identified as $86.65 hourly. This position is exempt from FLSA and not eligible for overtime. First interviews for this position are tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, March 18 and/or Thursday, March 19, 2026. Second interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of March 23, 2026. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact Lindsey King at <a href="mailto:Lindsey.King@seattle.gov" target="_blank">Lindsey.King@seattle.gov</a> to request accommodation. The position offers the flexibility of a hybrid work environment. The person in this role will be required to report for offsite meetings in various locations both inside and outside of Seattle. Individual schedules will be agreed on between the employee and their supervisor and are subject to change based on operational needs. Applicants must successfully pass a background check, which will be conducted in accordance with Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will have the opportunity to explain or correct background information and provide verifiable information of good conduct and rehabilitation. Individuals selected to fill this position may be eligible to receive Language Premium Pay (SMC 4.20.360), which provides a $200.00 monthly stipend to qualified bilingual employees who are properly evaluated and assigned to provide direct communication in-language, interpretation, or translation services to the public on behalf of the City of Seattle. The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: <a href="" target="_blank" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="" data-uw-rm-ext-link=""> style="margin-right:0in;margin-left:0in;margin-top:0in;margin-bottom:0in;"> Why work at the City? At the City of Seattle, public service is more than a job; it’s a chance to shape the future and make a meaningful difference in the lives of everyone who works, lives, or plays in our city. With 12,000 employees across 40+ departments and 1,100 job titles, we are united by a common purpose: to create a Seattle that is vibrant and welcoming for all. Whatever your role, you’ll help power a forward-looking city that leads by example — inclusive, innovative, equitable, and community-focused – while joining a diverse team committed to solving challenges and making a lasting impact together. Join us in building a Seattle where everyone thrives! APPLICATION PROCESS:Please submit your application at <a href="" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href=""> style="color:inherit;">no later than 4:00pm Pacific Time on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. To be considered for this position, in addition to completing your application fully, please attach:<div style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:10.0pt;margin-left:0in;"><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:10.0pt;margin-left:0in;">A PDF of your current resume which illustrates your related skills, experience, and abilities</li></ul></div> This position is open to all current City of Seattle employees who demonstrate alignment with the skills and experience described above. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, medical condition, or pregnancy. The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences. If you have questions, please contact Lindsey King at <a href="mailto:Lindsey.King@seattle.gov">Lindsey.King@seattle.gov</a>.

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