Associate Vice President, Labor Relations

The Company is in search of an Associate Vice President (AVP) for Labor Relations to take on a pivotal role in the organization's labor strategy, collective bargaining, and union partnership. The successful candidate will be the enterprise executive for labor relations, a function that is deeply integrated into the institution's operations, particularly in the context of its clinical, academic, and research missions. The AVP will be responsible for leading the company's highest-stakes negotiations, building and leading a labor relations team, and serving as the senior voice on labor matters at all levels, from the bargaining table to the C-suite. A people-first leader with a commitment to authentic relationships and a strong labor partnership is essential for this position. Applicants for the AVP, Labor Relations role at the company should have a minimum of 12-15 years' of progressive labor relations experience, with a proven track record in senior leadership and collective bargaining across multiple unions. The role requires a candidate with a history of reshaping labor relations functions and direct experience in advising C-suite executives. While not mandatory, experience in a large, unionized academic medical center or a similarly complex environment is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree, with a Master's or JD being a strong preference, and must be prepared to work in an institution that values diversity and is committed to building an anti-racist, multicultural environment.