Manager, Union Partnerships

Role Overview

The Manager, Union Partnerships serves as a critical subject matter expert and strategic lead for all labor-related activities within Sundance Institute. This position will operate with a high degree of independence, ensuring that our mission-driven work is supported by a stable, compliant, and collaborative labor environment.

What You Will Do

Monitor local, state, and federal labor law developments, serve as the lead spokesperson for collective bargaining sessions, and lead regular labor management committee meetings.

Why It Might Be a Fit

You will be successful in this role if you cultivate a strong and positive relationship with union leadership and internal stakeholders, balance fiscal stewardship with employee advocacy, and design and deliver robust training programs.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of dedicated experience with unions, including direct involvement in collective bargaining and contract administration
• Understanding of employment compliance and the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), including relevant federal and state labor laws
• Skilled in project management including the ability to manage and prioritize to meet simultaneous deadlines
• Exceptional verbal and written communication to communicate complex legal or contractual concepts to non-experts
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to operate independently where appropriate, resolve complex problems, and understand when to escalate issues
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and remain impartial, including when managing negotiations and conflict-resolution
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work on basic processes as well as strategic initiatives
• Certified Labor Relations Professional (CLRP) or equivalent certification preferred

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 25 paid Institute holidays plus accrued vacation time
• Paid sick, family, and medical leave
• Employee Wellness initiatives
• 401(k) with automatic 3% employer contribution after one year of employment
• Sundance Film Festival passes and benefits (varies each year)