Labor Relations Specialists
SOC Code: 13-1075 Job Zone 4: Considerable Preparation Needed
Resolve disputes between workers and managers, negotiate collective bargaining agreements, or coordinate grievance procedures to handle employee complaints.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Labor Relations Specialists. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vallejo, CA | $93,267 | $143,562 | $193,835 | $244,130 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $82,930 | $113,630 | $144,352 | $175,053 |
| Merced, CA | $77,709 | $108,243 | $138,778 | $169,312 |
| Fresno, CA | $67,870 | $100,568 | $133,286 | $165,984 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $73,195 | $101,899 | $130,582 | $159,286 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $70,824 | $99,029 | $127,213 | $155,418 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $67,974 | $94,619 | $121,264 | $147,909 |
| West South Dakota nonmetropolitan area | $53,976 | $84,926 | $115,898 | $146,848 |
| Hanford-Corcoran, CA | $64,605 | $91,312 | $118,040 | $144,747 |
| Salinas, CA | $68,432 | $92,934 | $117,437 | $141,939 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Active Listening | 4.4 | |
| Speaking | 4.2 | |
| Negotiation | 4.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 4.0 | |
| Writing | 4.0 | |
| Persuasion | 3.9 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.8 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.6 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.6 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Personnel and Human Resources | 4.0 |
| English Language | 3.7 |
| Law and Government | 3.6 |
| Administration and Management | 3.1 |
| Education and Training | 2.9 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 2.7 |
| Computers and Electronics | 2.7 |
| Mathematics | 2.6 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 33.3% |
| Master's degree | 9.5% |
| Doctoral degree | 9.5% |
| First professional degree (MD, JD) | 9.5% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 9.5% |
| Associate's degree | 9.5% |
| Post-first professional | 4.8% |
| High school diploma | 4.8% |
| Some college | 4.8% |
| Less than high school | 4.8% |
Typical Tasks
- Call or meet with union, company, government, or other interested parties to discuss labor relations matters, such as contract negotiations or grievances.
- Draft contract proposals or counter-proposals for collective bargaining or other labor negotiations.
- Draft rules or regulations to govern collective bargaining activities in collaboration with company, government, or employee representatives.
- Identify alternatives to proposals of unions, employees, companies, or government agencies.
- Interpret contractual agreements for employers and employees engaged in collective bargaining or other labor relations processes.
- Investigate and evaluate union complaints or arguments to determine viability.
- Mediate discussions between employer and employee representatives in attempt to reconcile differences.
- Monitor company or workforce adherence to labor agreements.
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