EMPLOYEE & LABOR RELATIONS SPECIALIST (HR Professional II) - Range 14 / NON

Posting number: 2026-00368

Department: Human Resources

Division: Labor Relations

Job classification: Human Resource Pro II - Range NON / 14

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Human Resources

Summary

Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.

This is a non-represented position (no union affiliation) and is subject to the provisions of the Personnel Rules of the Municipality of Anchorage.

DEPARTMENT: Human Resources

HOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

LOCATION: 632 W 6th Ave, 6th Floor - City Hall

Employees who are hired or rehired to any position shall be placed at the entrance pay step, and advancement from the entrance step to the maximum step within a pay grade shall be by successive steps.

To be considered for employment, candidates must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.

Examples of duties

Under general supervision of the Employee and Labor Relations (ELR) Supervisor, provide assigned department(s) with employee and labor relations direction and support in areas such as investigation, progressive discipline, performance management and evaluation, grievance process management, collective bargaining agreement interpretation and application, federal and state employment law, municipal code, policy and procedure application and compliance, proactive conflict resolution, and training of supervisors regarding all aspects of human resources and labor law best practice principles, compliance, and requirements. The Employee & Labor Relations Specialist works in concert with assigned department(s) and other Divisions in Human Resources, including Benefits, Records, Classification, Employment, and Payroll. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, or a related field, and two (2) years of professional Human Resources experience, one (1) of which must have been in recruitment, position classification, benefits, records administration, or a human resources specialty appropriate to the position.

Substitution: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and any combination of post-secondary education or progressively responsible experience in human resources or a related field may substitute for the Bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis. Post graduate education in the field or a related field may substitute for the required non-specialized experience on a year-for-year basis.

Must possess and/or obtain:

Supplemental information

The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to http://www.uscis.gov/E-verify. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the candidate's Alaska Driver's License, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected candidate. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines.

All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.

Military Service Interview Preference

Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Perso