# Tasks & work activities — special-interest groups' official

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 13-1075.00 (Labor Relations Specialists) — manual nearest-occupation mapping via ISCO group 1114; the official ESCO crosswalk has no entry for this ESCO occupation.

## Task statements

- **[Supplemental]** Advise management on matters related to the administration of contracts or employee discipline or grievance procedures.
- **[Core]** Call or meet with union, company, government, or other interested parties to discuss labor relations matters, such as contract negotiations or grievances.
- **[Core]** Draft contract proposals or counter-proposals for collective bargaining or other labor negotiations.
- **[Core]** Draft rules or regulations to govern collective bargaining activities in collaboration with company, government, or employee representatives.
- **[Core]** Identify alternatives to proposals of unions, employees, companies, or government agencies.
- **[Core]** Interpret contractual agreements for employers and employees engaged in collective bargaining or other labor relations processes.
- **[Core]** Investigate and evaluate union complaints or arguments to determine viability.
- **[Core]** Mediate discussions between employer and employee representatives in attempt to reconcile differences.
- **[Core]** Monitor company or workforce adherence to labor agreements.
- **[Core]** Negotiate collective bargaining agreements.
- **[Supplemental]** Prepare and submit required governmental reports or forms related to labor relations matters, such as equal employment opportunity (EEO) forms, new hire forms, or minority compensation reports.
- **[Supplemental]** Prepare reports or presentations to communicate employee satisfaction or related data to management.
- **[Core]** Present the position of the company or of labor during arbitration or other labor negotiations.
- **[Core]** Propose resolutions for collective bargaining or other labor or contract negotiations.
- **[Core]** Recommend collective bargaining strategies, goals, or objectives.
- **[Core]** Review and approve employee disciplinary actions, such as written reprimands, suspensions, or terminations.
- **[Core]** Review employer practices or employee data to ensure compliance with contracts on matters such as wages, hours, or conditions of employment.
- **[Core]** Schedule or coordinate the details of grievance hearings or other meetings.
- **[Core]** Write letters related to labor relations activities, such as letters to amend collective bargaining agreements, letters of dispute or conciliation, or letters to seek clarification of contract terms.
- **[Core]** Assess risk levels associated with collective bargaining strategies.
- **[Supplemental]** Assess the impact of union proposals on company or government operations.
- **[Supplemental]** Develop employee health and safety policies.
- **[Supplemental]** Develop methods to monitor employee satisfaction with policies or working conditions, including grievance or complaint procedures.
- **[Core]** Prepare evidence for disciplinary hearings, including preparing witnesses to testify.
- **[Supplemental]** Provide expert testimony in legal proceedings related to labor relations or labor contracts.
- **[Core]** Research case law or outcomes of previous case hearings.
- **[Core]** Select mediators or arbitrators for labor disputes or contract negotiations.
- **[Supplemental]** Train managers or supervisors on topics related to labor relations, such as working conditions, safety, or equal opportunity practices.

## Detailed work activities

- Advise others on human resources topics.
- Arrange collective bargaining agreements.
- Assess risks to business operations.
- Collect evidence for legal proceedings.
- Establish business management methods.
- Establish organizational guidelines or policies.
- Evaluate personnel practices to ensure adherence to regulations.
- Measure effectiveness of business strategies or practices.
- Negotiate agreements to resolve disputes.
- Organize special events.
- Prepare regulatory or compliance documentation.
- Present business-related information to audiences.
- Testify at legal or legislative proceedings.
- Train personnel on managerial topics.
- Update knowledge of legal or regulatory environments.