Long Beach, California, United States · Hybrid
$105k–$135k/yr
ABOUT PMA Put your experience and talents to work in a role with a unique company - the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA). PMA is a non-profit mutual benefit corporation that serves as a multi-employer collective bargai…
Skills: Labor Contract Administration, Grievance Investigation, Collective Bargaining, Arbitration, Statistical Reporting
Portland, Oregon, United States · On-site
$70k–$95k/yr
About PMA The Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) is a nonprofit organization that serves as the collective bargaining representative for approximately 75 shipping lines, stevedore companies, and marine terminal operators…
Skills: Training Development, Equipment Training, OSHA Compliance, Workforce Utilization Analysis, Budget Management
Oakland, California, United States · Hybrid
$130k–$175k/yr
About PMA The Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) is a nonprofit mutual benefit corporation that serves as the multi-employer bargaining representative for approximately 75 shipping lines, stevedore companies, and marine …
Skills: Collective Bargaining, Grievance Handling, Arbitration, Contract Administration, Workforce Planning
Long Beach, California, United States • Hybrid
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The role involves administering labor contracts, investigating grievances, and analyzing collective bargaining agreements to counsel management. It also requires producing statistical reports and monitoring the implementation of policies regarding wages and working conditions.
A bachelor's degree in business, industrial relations, or political science is preferred, with a Juris Doctorate being a plus. Candidates should ideally have three to four years of labor relations experience, preferably within the maritime industry.
Put your experience and talents to work in a role with a unique company - the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA). PMA is a non-profit mutual benefit corporation that serves as a multi-employer collective bargaining agent for approximately 75 shipping lines, stevedore companies, and marine terminal operators at California, Oregon, and Washington ports. West Coast port operations (including non-containerized cargo such as bulk and autos) now support 9 million U.S. jobs and contribute 12.5 percent of the U.S. GDP.
PMA’s primary purpose is to negotiate and administer labor contracts with the International Longshore & Warehouse Union on behalf of the Association’s member companies, as well as administrating payroll and certain benefits. Our headquarters and administrative office is located in San Francisco, California, with area offices in Southern California (Long Beach and satellite offices in San Diego and Port Hueneme) and the Pacific Northwest (Portland, Oregon and Seattle and Tacoma, Washington) in addition to Northern California (Oakland).
SUMMARY
Reporting to the Area Assistant Director, the Senior Labor Relations Associate will require a proficiency in labor contract administration, which may include negotiations, benefits administration, forecasting manpower needs, grievance investigation and resolution, including arbitration.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, industrial relations or political science from a four year college or university preferred. Juris Doctorate degree a plus.
Three to four years of Labor Relations experience is preferred. Maritime industry experience is a plus.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
PMA offers a flexible, fun, and professional work environment. PMA's culture fosters collaboration, autonomy, and the ability to perform challenging work. This position works with a labor relations team in Long Beach. Some travel required to outside work sites. On-call work is required one week per month. This is an onsite position with the ability to work from home two days per month.
One World Trade Center, Long Beach, California
PMA offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits: Healthcare provided under the ILWU-PMA Welfare Plan (with no employee premiums and low out of pocket exposure).
PMA offers a 401(k) with a competitive discretionary employer match that equals 100 % of the first 5% and 50% of the next 10% of eligible pre-tax contributions.
In addition, PMA provides tuition reimbursement, company-paid training conferences, and certifications.
Additional Compensation – Auto allowance and discretionary bonus.
PMA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Put your experience and talents to work in a role with a unique company - the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA). PMA is a non-profit mutual benefit corporation that serves as a multi-employer collective bargaining agent for approximately 72 shipping lines, stevedore companies and marine terminal operators at California, Oregon and Washington ports. West Coast port operations (including non-containerized cargo such as bulk and autos) now support 9 million U.S. jobs and contribute 12.5 percent of the U.S. GDP. PMA’s primary purpose is to negotiate and administer labor contracts with the International Longshore & Warehouse Union on behalf of the Association’s member companies, as well as administrating payroll and certain benefits. Our headquarters and administrative office is located in San Francisco, California, with area offices in Southern California (Long Beach, with satellite offices in Port Hueneme and San Diego) and the Pacific Northwest (Portland, Oregon and Seattle and Tacoma, Washington) in addition to Northern California (Oakland). The PMA Mission is to provide industry leadership to our member companies through innovative integrated labor relations, human resources and administrative services. Our West Coast ports are at the dawn of a new era of innovation, sustainability and reliability. PMA's commitment to safety and security continues to be unwavering.
Offices: 555 Market St, San Francisco, California, US · 1 World Trade Center, Long Beach, California 90802, US · 14th St, Oakland, California, US · 301 W Republican St, Seattle, Washington 98119, US · 101 SW Main St, Portland, Oregon, US
Put your experience and talents to work in a role with a unique company - the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA). PMA is a non-profit mutual benefit corporation that serves as a multi-employer collective bargaining agent for approximately 72 shipping lines, stevedore companies and marine terminal operators at California, Oregon and Washington ports. West Coast port operations (including non-containerized cargo such as bulk and autos) now support 9 million U.S. jobs and contribute 12.5 percent of the U.S. GDP. PMA’s primary purpose is to negotiate and administer labor contracts with the International Longshore & Warehouse Union on behalf of the Association’s member companies, as well as administrating payroll and certain benefits. Our headquarters and administrative office is located in San Francisco, California, with area offices in Southern California (Long Beach, with satellite offices in Port Hueneme and San Diego) and the Pacific Northwest (Portland, Oregon and Seattle and Tacoma, Washington) in addition to Northern California (Oakland). The PMA Mission is to provide industry leadership to our member companies through innovative integrated labor relations, human resources and administrative services. Our West Coast ports are at the dawn of a new era of innovation, sustainability and reliability. PMA's commitment to safety and security continues to be unwavering.
Offices: 555 Market St, San Francisco, California, US · 1 World Trade Center, Long Beach, California 90802, US · 14th St, Oakland, California, US · 301 W Republican St, Seattle, Washington 98119, US · 101 SW Main St, Portland, Oregon, US
