This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Sunday, September 13, 2026.

Please Note:

The application deadline may be extended to expand the pool of qualified candidates. Any recruitment timeline changes will be communicated to all who have initiated an application process or have submitted an application.

Recruitment Timeline Screening Interviews:

Week of September 21st

Stakeholder Interviews:

Week of October 5th

Final Interviews:

Week of October 12th

Target Start Date:

Week of November 9th Please note: This timeline is subject to change based on department needs.

JOB DETAILS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Clackamas County's Department of Human Resources (HR) is seeking a dynamic, solutions-driven human resources leader with an extensive background in labor relations to serve as the County's next Labor Relations Manager. Reporting to the HR Director, the Labor Relations Manager will oversee and manage all Employee and Labor Relations (ELR) Division activities and operations. The ELR team includes two Analysts. The ELR Division provides employee relations consultation, corrective action guidance, and labor contract administration services to support effective workforce management and positive labor relations across the County. This position is responsible for administering and interpreting collective bargaining agreements, mediating disputes, assisting in conflict resolution, and advising management in grievance or complaint investigations, corrective action, and performance management. Provide complex advice and counsel to the Human Resources Director, Human Resources Deputy Director, County Administrator, and Board of County Commissioners on labor matters. The Labor Relations Manager develops and implements collective bargaining strategies in partnership with Legal Counsel and supports successor contract negotiations. The County contracts with external Labor relations subject-matter experts to serve as lead negotiator for successor collective bargaining. The Labor Relations Manager is responsible for leading the interim bargaining process during the active term of existing labor agreements, which includes contract amendments, demands to bargain labor matters, and other labor-related changes as needed. The Labor Relations Manager will facilitate and build relationships with employees, union leadership, and other stakeholders to foster a work environment that is responsive and supportive. The Labor Relations Manager will deliver high-quality support to Clackamas County employees as well as create systems of support that foster strong employee and labor relations practices. The Ideal Candidate With around 2,700 employees, 4 unions, and 8 collective bargaining agreements, Clackamas County has a highly unionized workforce. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in labor relations, experience working with multiple unions, conducting investigations, grievance handling, negotiating labor agreements, and policy development and implementation, while having a strong leadership background to provide guidance, support, and oversight to a team of ELR professionals.

Required Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills:

• A minimum of seven (7) years of related experience that would provide the required knowledge and skills to perform the responsibilities of this position. At least four (4) years progressively responsible labor relations experience working in a unionized environment to include: Conducting HR related investigations Preparing and processing disciplinary actions Administering and implementing collective bargaining agreements and working with unions Resolving union grievances and unfair labor practices Negotiating collective bargaining agreements, including serving as a lead or chief negotiator during labor negotiations At least two (2) years of experience directly supervising and managing professional-level staff Experience and knowledge of Oregon employment law, in particular the Public Employee Collective Bargaining Act (PECBA) and the Oregon Employment Relations Board. Experience working with multiple union collective bargaining agreements within a single organization. Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred Special Qualifications/Transferable Skills:

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited institution Certified Labor Relations Professional (CLRP) certification Experience working in the public sector

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Driving is required for county business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. •For veterans qualified for

Veterans' Preference:

If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.