Labor (Union) Relations

The Labor Relations team serves as a strategic partner to the employees, supervisors, managers, and administration of Ohio University in all matters related to collective employee groups, union activity, and various collective bargaining agreements. More specifically, the focus of the Labor Relations staff is as follows:

•   Oversee labor relations between the University administration and Ohio University’s collective bargaining units, including negotiating, interpreting and administering the various Collective Bargaining Agreements  
• Provide leadership and strategic guidance to managers, supervisors, and university human resource professionals regarding union activities, labor management matters, and any other matters concerning the collective bargaining agreements
• Cultivate positive and proactive relationships between labor and management through collaborative conflict resolution 
• Provide guidance regarding the creation and interpretation of policies, procedures, and state and federal regulations