# Labor Relations Specialists > Resolve disputes between workers and managers, negotiate collective bargaining agreements, or coordinate grievance procedures to handle employee complaints. - Code: 13-1075.00 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 13-1075) - Family: [Business & Financial](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-13), one of its 50 occupations - Tasks: 28 tasks (20 core and 8 supplemental) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/13-1075.00 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/13-1075.00.json ## What the work is made of 1. Negotiate collective bargaining agreements. Core task · Task 18886 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 2. Investigate and evaluate union complaints or arguments to determine viability. Core task · Task 18883 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 3. Propose resolutions for collective bargaining or other labor or contract negotiations. Core task · Task 18890 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 4. Draft contract proposals or counter-proposals for collective bargaining or other labor negotiations. Core task · Task 18879 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 5. Interpret contractual agreements for employers and employees engaged in collective bargaining or other labor relations processes. Core task · Task 18882 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 6. Prepare evidence for disciplinary hearings, including preparing witnesses to testify. Core task · Task 18900 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 7. Mediate discussions between employer and employee representatives in attempt to reconcile differences. Core task · Task 18884 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 8. Review employer practices or employee data to ensure compliance with contracts on matters such as wages, hours, or conditions of employment. Core task · Task 18893 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 9. Recommend collective bargaining strategies, goals, or objectives. Core task · Task 18891 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 10. Monitor company or workforce adherence to labor agreements. Core task · Task 18885 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 11. Call or meet with union, company, government, or other interested parties to discuss labor relations matters, such as contract negotiations or grievances. Core task · Task 18878 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 12. Assess risk levels associated with collective bargaining strategies. Core task · Task 18896 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 13. Present the position of the company or of labor during arbitration or other labor negotiations. Core task · Task 18889 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 14. Identify alternatives to proposals of unions, employees, companies, or government agencies. Core task · Task 18881 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 15. Draft rules or regulations to govern collective bargaining activities in collaboration with company, government, or employee representatives. Core task · Task 18880 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 16. Research case law or outcomes of previous case hearings. Core task · Task 18902 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 17. Write letters related to labor relations activities, such as letters to amend collective bargaining agreements, letters of dispute or conciliation, or letters to seek clarification of contract terms. Core task · Task 18895 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 18. Schedule or coordinate the details of grievance hearings or other meetings. Core task · Task 18894 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 19. Review and approve employee disciplinary actions, such as written reprimands, suspensions, or terminations. Core task · Task 18892 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 20. Select mediators or arbitrators for labor disputes or contract negotiations. Core task · Task 18903 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 21. Assess the impact of union proposals on company or government operations. Supplemental task · Task 18897 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 22. Advise management on matters related to the administration of contracts or employee discipline or grievance procedures. Supplemental task · Task 18877 · Rated by 20 occupational experts, August 2023 23. Train managers or supervisors on topics related to labor relations, such as working conditions, safety, or equal opportunity practices. Supplemental task · Task 18904 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 24. Provide expert testimony in legal proceedings related to labor relations or labor contracts. Supplemental task · Task 18901 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 25. Develop employee health and safety policies. Supplemental task · Task 18898 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 26. Develop methods to monitor employee satisfaction with policies or working conditions, including grievance or complaint procedures. Supplemental task · Task 18899 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 27. Prepare reports or presentations to communicate employee satisfaction or related data to management. Supplemental task · Task 18888 · Rated by 21 occupational experts, August 2023 28. Prepare and submit required governmental reports or forms related to labor relations matters, such as equal employment opportunity (EEO) forms, new hire forms, or minority compensation reports. 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