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Labor Relations Specialists in New Jersey

Labor relations specialists handle disputes between employees and management by negotiating contracts, resolving grievances, and managing workplace conflicts. They work in corporate human resources departments, government agencies, unions, and law firms In New Jersey the median pay is $118,370 a year, 24% above the national median of $95,420.

$118,370median pay in New Jersey, per year
$86,600–$132,830middle half earn
3,700employed in New Jersey
$95,420U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes

Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience). Most hold a bachelor’s degree.

Skills that matter most

Active ListeningSpeakingNegotiationReading ComprehensionWritingCritical ThinkingPersuasionSocial Perceptiveness

Knowledge areas

Personnel and Human ResourcesEnglish LanguageLaw and GovernmentAdministration and ManagementEducation and TrainingCustomer and Personal Service

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O*NET-SOC 13-1075.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, New Jersey, annual.