Retired from the military - top 20 jobs

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Labor Relations Manager

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	Salary	Total compensation (includes bonus)
Median Pay: $100,700
Most people make: 90% in this job make more than:	$71,100	$74,700
Top earners: 10% in this job make more than:	$127,200	$145,800

10-year Job Growth: 20%
Growth in Jobs	31,859
Total openings	58,319

Career Description

Designs, plans, and implements a company's labor relations programs, policies, and procedures. Establishes and maintains satisfactory labor-management relations, interprets the collective bargaining agreements, administers grievance procedures including arbitrations, and assists all levels of management on labor matters.

Education/Experience

Requires a bachelor's degree in a related area and at least 7 years of experience in the field. Generally manages a group of labor relations specialists. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to an executive.

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