Labor Relations Training for Managers and Supervisors in a Unionized Setting - School of Continuing Education, University Of Wisconsin

	Labor Relations Training for Managers and Supervisors in a Unionized Setting

	As a front-line supervisor or manager, you face new employment challenges. Obtain tools to deal with those challenges. Gain the knowledge and confidence to deal with union contract regulations. This class has been approved for 12.75 (General ) recertification credit hours toward PHR, SPHR and GPHR recertification.
More ▼ As a front-line supervisor or manager, you face new employment challenges. This program provides the tools you need to deal with those challenges. You gain the knowledge and confidence to deal with union contract regulations. An effective supervisor or manager today must be able to spot potential problems early and solve those problems before they become costly grievances or lawsuits. For the program agenda, click More. Program Agenda Day One: 8:30am-Noon Introduction to Unions Common reasons why employees choose a union The supervisor's role in union relations The union steward - the proper role An employee's right to union representation - understanding the NLRB's "Weingarten" Decision Day One: 1-4pm Knowing and Understanding All of the Rules Administering the union contract while maintaining productivity Labor and Employment Discrimination laws every supervisor should know - National Labor Relations Act - Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 - The Civil Rights Act of 1991 - The Age Discrimination in the Employment Act - The Americans with Disabilities Act - The Family and Medical Leave Act - State Workers' Compensation Laws Conducting an Effective Investigation Employee Discipline - Making it Stick Day Two: 8:30-11:30am The Grievance Process and Arbitration What is the purpose of the Grievance Process?- Discovery - Reaching settlement What is Arbitration and how Is it different From a trial? - Format - Binding Nature Effective contract administration - how to avoid going to arbitration Living with one another: developing a non-confrontational relationship Avoiding unnecessary grievances Effective use of the grievance procedure Alternatives to arbitration Day Two: 12:15-3:30pm What the arbitrator looks for Disputes over employee discipline Disputes over contract language Some common issues which frequently arise at arbitration - Past practice on contract interpretation - Making sure the penalty fits the crime - Credibility issues - Language of the contract - Language of limitation Winning Arbitration Strategies Preparation for arbitration - winning your case before the hearing starts Testifying at the arbitration hearing How the arbitrator really decides cases Close ▲ Benefits and Learning Outcomes ▼ Understand laws every supervisor should know Comprehend arbitration and how it differs from a trial Avoid unnecessary grievances Close ▲
	This program can be applied toward the: Certificate in Labor Relations Management



	Tue.-Wed., Oct. 1-2 8:30am-4:00pm Location: UWM School of Continuing Education (Click link for directions) Instructors: Steven M. Bierig, Arbitrator, Highland Park, IL Harry J. Secaras, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins, Chicago, IL Fee: $895 CEUs: 1.4 Program No. 5045-5840 Add To Registration Form Check Registration Form


	For more information, contact:
		Mary Van Eerden, Associate Outreach Specialist, mgv@uwm.edu, 227-3216

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"I would recommend this class to all supervisors."
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