The posting
Corporate Director of Labor Relations
An exceptional opportunity for a seasoned labor relations executive with a proven track record of effective labor relations leadership, preferably within the hospitality industry. This role oversees the labor function across 24 collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) at 12 Omni properties and serves as the corporate liaison for HR issues at those 12 properties.
The Corporate Director of Labor Relations serves as the primary point of contact for all unionized hotels, HR, and Operations leaders, working closely with senior leaders in Operations, Finance, Legal, and HR. This individual will also manage outside counsel as needed for complex labor matters requiring local expertise.
This leader will design and implement nationwide labor relations strategies focused on union avoidance, including developing and delivering training programs, guiding responses to union activity, and leading successful union avoidance campaigns. This position will also act as the corporate HRD for all union hotels.
Seeking an individual well versed in negotiations, arbitration hearings, preventive labor strategy, disciplinary investigations, and grievance handling.
This position is based in Dallas, TX at the Omni Hotels & Resorts corporate office.
Responsibilities The successful candidate will have:
Built and maintained productive relationships with UNITE HERE or other labor unions Previous HR leadership or Hotel Operations experience in a large complex operation or corporate role, preferably in hospitality or retail/service operation Managed outside counsel for negotiations, grievances, and arbitration proceedings Led collective bargaining agreement (CBA) negotiations Ability to travel as needed where the business requires it ; while travel can fluctuate depending on business needs, at times of the year it can be up to 40-50% travel. Partnered strategically with operations to identify efficiencies and opportunities Collaborated with finance to model potential outcomes and assess business impact Effectively navigated grievances and arbitrations, demonstrating strong judgment on when to settle and when to litigate Demonstrates a deep understanding of CBA nuances and their operational implications Partnered with development teams to analyze market intelligence and labor environments Developed and conducted training on preventive labor strategies using data to identify areas of vulnerability With a particular focus on training hotels experiencing union activity Participated in industry events and maintained relationships with subject matter experts Monitored labor developments in active and emerging markets, recommending proactive strategies for risk mitigation Negotiated union benefit and pension plans, with a strong grasp of associated risks Educated and advised field teams on union prevention in non-union environments
Qualifications
5–10 years of relevant labor relations and human resources/operations experience within a unionized environment, preferably in hospitality Experience leading teams Demonstrated success in union avoidance strategies Experience managing outside counsel and consultants Hands-on experience overseeing the grievance and arbitration process Proven expertise in union campaigns and negotiations Extensive knowledge of labor and employment laws and best practices in labor relations Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel Ability to work independently while demonstrating strong interpersonal, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills Requires flexibility and a willingness to travel as needed to support business and operational needs



