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Labor Relations Specialists

Median Salary
89,980
Job Outlook
0%

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Resolve disputes between workers and managers, negotiate collective bargaining agreements, or coordinate grievance procedures to handle employee complaints.

What is the job outlook?

Employment of labor relations specialists is projected to decline 0 percent from 2023 to 2033. Despite declining employment, about 5,300 openings for labor relations specialists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. All of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to other occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$34,250

10%

$89,980

Median

$120,100

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    33%

  • Some college

    9%

  • Master's degree

    9%

  • Associate's degree

    9%

  • Post baccalaureate

    9%

  • First professional degree

    9%

  • High school

    4%

  • Doctoral degree

    4%

  • Less than high school

    4%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    4%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Labor Studies
  • Labor and Industrial Relations

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Personnel and Human Resources
  • English Language
  • Law and Government
  • Education and Training
  • Administration and Management

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Time Pressure

    Mid

  • Decision Making

    Mid

  • Level Of Competition

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Responsibility

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.