Specifications include, but are not limited to: Labor Representation The City’s single labor union agreement expires on June 30, 2025 and so negotiations for a successor agreement will need to begin well in advance of this date. The City requires various support in negotiations, including but not limited to, direct in-person negotiations, proposal and strategy review, and background support. Should the City find itself in interest arbitration, services may be required of the selected firm to represent the City in interest arbitration proceedings. The selected firm will assist in collective bargaining and provide ongoing, oncall support throughout the life of the collective bargaining agreements. Additionally, the City may require assistance in responding to grievances, unfair labor practices, and/or unit clarification actions. The selected firm may represent the City in front of the Employment Relations Board (ERB), as needed. Employment Law Assistance On occasion, the City’s human resources team requires assistance in handling complex employment issues, including reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, complex family leave issues under FMLA and OFLA, implementation of the state’s new paid family program, pay equity, and ongoing changes to federal and state legislation. The selected firm will serve in an on-call capacity to assist with various issues.
