Labor Relations

ABOUT THE OFFICE OF LABOR RELATIONS

The mission of the Labor Relations Department is to serve as a resource to the City of Bridgeport by providing support, guidance, and interpretation on all matters concerning Collective Bargaining, Human Resources, and Benefits Administration. In addition, responsible for the negotiation and administration of all municipal Collective Bargaining Agreements; managing employee & union dispute resolution and disciplinary processes. We provide guidance to City Departments ensuring compliance with Municipal Charter, Union Contracts, Connecticut State Statutes, and Federal Regulations. This Office strives to effectively manage, facilitate, and centralize personnel and human resources functions for the City of Bridgeport’s employees and 60+ departments/subdivisions. Responsible for all Human Resources related matters concerning employee development, conflict management, performance management, benefits administration, and the development and implementation of policies within the City of Bridgeport. It is our goal to prevent and resolve all labor and employment problems.