Labor Relations Consultant

At Hawaii Employers Council, we’re on a mission to build better workplaces in Hawaii, together. For over 80 years, we’ve partnered with local businesses to strengthen their teams through expert HR services, training, engagement, and data-driven support. We’re a team that believes in getting things done the right way, celebrating wins together, and improving every day. If you're passionate about meaningful work and want to be part of an evolving people-first culture, we’d love to meet you.

Why Join Us

At HEC, we care about your growth and well-being. Our benefits include:

• Competitive pay
• Generous paid time off and 13 paid holidays
• Majority of premium employer-paid for individual medical coverage
• 85% coverage of spousal or family medical premiums
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Professional development opportunities
• A collaborative, mission-driven team environment

What You’ll Do

As a Labor Relations Consultant, you’ll serve as a trusted advisor to HEC member organizations, helping leaders navigate complex labor and union relations matters with confidence. You’ll bring practical, business-minded guidance to collective bargaining, contract administration, grievances, investigations, and labor strategy while building strong, lasting relationships with members.

• Serve as a Chief Spokesperson and/or active member of negotiating committees during collective bargaining.
• Develop labor relations strategies and recommend practical courses of action based on each member’s unique needs and goals.
• Provide negotiation support, including developing contract proposals, basic costing, and other bargaining materials.
• Advise members on labor law compliance, including requirements under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).
• Guide and support members through grievances, investigations, discipline, discharge, and other labor relations matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate labor-related documents, including collective bargaining agreements, MOAs, LOAs, grievance settlements, and amendments.
• Develop and facilitate training and workshops for supervisors and leaders on labor relations topics.
• Build strong member relationships through ongoing consultation, retention visits, and participation in member recruitment and orientation.

Note: Hawaii Employers Council may eliminate, modify, or assign other essential duties based on operational needs, whether or not such duties are listed in this written job description.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• 3–5 years of experience in labor relations, with experience working directly with unions and/or collective bargaining.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of labor relations principles and applicable labor laws, particularly the NLRA.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to assess complex labor issues, exercise sound judgment, and translate them into practical recommendations.
• Comfortable facilitating meetings, presenting to groups, and delivering training to supervisors and leaders.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple member needs and priorities while maintaining a high level of service.
• A proactive, collaborative approach and genuine interest in helping organizations build stronger workplaces.

Work Environment

We support a hybrid working environment. Responsibilities may require travel to member sites on all islands, including some overnight travel and/or extended hours as required to meet members’ needs.