Director of Labor Relations

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Job Summary The Employee & Labor Relations Director is responsible for development and administration of NiSource wide employee and labor relations strategies, programs and initiatives which support and promote Company business strategies and which contribute to the development of a culture of accountability and performance. The Employee and Labor Relations Director conducts research, plans, advises and manages the preparation of the collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) and negotiation processes. This position provides expertise and guidance to operations leaders, members of executive leadership team and Human Resources Consultants across the NiSource Companies to ensure consistent execution of business initiatives, strategies and objectives. Essential Functions: - Labor Relations Strategy - Assumes key leadership role in driving, shaping and developing NiSource wide labor and labor relations philosophy, visions and goals that are aligned with NiSource corporate values and objectives. - Partners with leaders across the organization to develop and implement labor relations strategies that are consistent with corporate initiatives and collective bargaining agreements. - Researches...