Labor Relations Specialists
Resolve disputes between workers and managers, negotiate collective bargaining agreements, or coordinate grievance procedures to handle employee complaints.
Common Job Titles
- Business Agent
- Business Representative
- Labor Relations Specialist
- Labor Specialist
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Labor Relations Specialists (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
64,590
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $49,880. 25th percentile: U.S. $67,670. 50th percentile: U.S. $93,500. 75th percentile: U.S. $123,090. 90th percentile: U.S. $153,440. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $49,880 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $153,440 |
| Workers on average earn | $97,130 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Personnel and Human Resources4.0/5
- English Language3.7/5
- Law and Government3.6/5
- Administration and Management3.1/5
- Education and Training2.9/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Kubernetes
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Microsoft Word
- Oracle PeopleSoft
- ServiceNow
Technology Skills
- Internet Grievance System IGS
- LaborSoft LaborForce Arbitration/Appeals Manager module
- LaborSoft LaborForce Discipline Manager module
- LaborSoft LaborForce EEO Claims Manager module
- LaborSoft LaborForce Grievance Manager module
- LaborSoft LaborForce Incident Tracking module
- LaborSoft LaborForce Personnel Manager module
- LaborSoft LaborForce Reporting/Dashboard Manager module
Tools & Equipment
- Digital copiers
- Handheld calculators
- Image scanners
- Laptop computers
- Laser facsimile machines
- Office inkjet printers
- Personal computers