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Summary The primary function of an LMC is to provide agricultural employers with personnel management and labor relations services that improve compliance, efficiency, and employee relations within their operations. The LMC should have demonstrated knowledge and expertise in various areas of California and federal labor and employment law and personnel management, possess strong presentation, communication, organizational, and time-management skills, and demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships. The LMC serves as a trusted resource and business partner to agricultural employers by providing practical guidance, training, compliance assistance, and support in addressing personnel and labor-related matters. The LMC reports to the FELS General Manager and responds to assigned LMC group participants. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist farm employer clients in the following areas: Avoiding and resolving personnel-related problems. Personnel management and administration, including recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, training, wage administration, personnel records, workers' compensation, employee benefit plans, performance management, and employee relations. Resolution of issues related to labor relations under the California Agricultural Labor Relations Act (ALRA) and/or the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). Provide foreman, crew leader, supervisor, and farmworker training. Provide various safety training briefings and exercises for FELS clients and non-clients on an as-needed basis. Provide guidance and practical assistance regarding compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Assist clients with the development, implementation, and maintenance of personnel policies, procedures, handbooks, forms, and other employment-related documents. Assist employers with investigations and documentation of employee relations matters, including disciplinary actions, complaints, workplace concerns, and other personnel issues. Assist clients with responding to employment-related agency inquiries, audits, complaints, and investigations, as appropriate. Provide guidance regarding employee documentation and personnel recordkeeping practices. Assist employers in developing effective supervisory and management practices that support compliance, productivity, and positive employee relations. Additional/Ancillary Duties Routinely visit LMC participants as dictated by the service agreement between the client and FELS. Serve as a partner to the LMC client while identifying client compliance needs and opportunities for improvement. Educate and assist LMC participants with compliance with employment laws and regulations. Regularly assess the needs of LMC participants and recommend new or expanded services when appropriate. Provide assistance to LMC participants' employees with personal or job-related problems as requested by the LMC participant. Support FELS development goals by seeking out new LMC participants and industry partners, promoting FELS services, and supporting the expansion of services. Develop and update training materials for use in supervisor, crew leader, foreman, farmworker, and safety training. Conduct presentations, workshops, and training sessions for agricultural employers, supervisors, and employees. Monitor developments and legal updates in personnel management, employment law, labor relations, and agricultural employment practices to maintain current knowledge. Help employers resolve labor disturbances and ALRB cases. Assist clients in preparing for and responding to labor-related disputes and other employment matters, as appropriate. Maintain regular communication with assigned clients and provide timely follow-up on outstanding issues and requests. Document client consultations, recommendations, training activities, and follow-up items. Maintain accurate and current LMC participant records and service documentation. Identify trends or recurring compliance issues among clients and communicate opportunities for additional training, resources, or services to FELS leadership. Assist with FELS educational programs, meetings, conferences, and other outreach activities as needed. Support the development of client resources, newsletters, presentations, fact sheets, and other educational materials. Email monthly visitation logs, mileage logs, and personal vouchers to FELS in Sacramento. Ensure continued participation and engagement of group members. Translate materials for LMC participants, as needed. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the FELS General Manager. Minimum Qualifications LMCs must possess effective skills in report writing, organizing work and working independently.

The LMC must:

Have a valid driver's license. Have a good driving record and be insurable by the FELS insurance carrier. Speak, read, and write English and Spanish fluently. Be able to effectively translate between English and Spanish. Have work experience in managing agricultural labor and/or agricultural labor relations. Demonstrate knowledge of California and federal employment laws and regulations applicable to agricultural employers. Have strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients, employees, supervisors, and industry partners. Be able to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision. Be comfortable presenting information and conducting training for groups of varying sizes and experience levels. Be available to travel, including overnight travel and travel for up to a week at a time when necessary. Be capable of driving a vehicle for extended periods. Be able to confer with people in rural locations such as orchards, fields, ranches, and greenhouses. Be physically capable of working in agricultural environments and traveling throughout client operations as needed. Possess necessary professional and training certifications to allow the LMC to furnish training for clients' supervisors and employees as required, such as CA DPR Pesticide T2, tractor and forklift safety, and Global GAP food safety. Be proficient in Microsoft Office and other technology used for communication, documentation, presentations, and client management. Depending on the number, size and location of accounts, the LMC may experience heavy workloads. Preferred Qualifications Agricultural Personnel Management Association HR Management Professional in Agriculture certification. Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, agriculture, labor relations, or a related field. Experience working directly with agricultural employers, farm labor contractors, agricultural associations, or other agricultural organizations. Experience providing HR consulting, labor relations, employee relations, or employment compliance services. Experience conducting workplace investigations, supervisor training, or employment-law training. Experience with HRIS, payroll, timekeeping, or other personnel management systems. Additional professional certifications related to agricultural safety, human resources, labor relations, or employment law. The ideal candidate will live in Salinas or Monterey county or be willing to relocate to this area. Farm Employers Labor Service is an

Equal Opportunity Employer Pay:

$80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

On the road