This includes representing the State of Ohio as the chief labor relations entity in the negotiation of state labor contracts, managing dispute resolution through advocacy in mediation and arbitration, training state agencies on the labor contracts, daily contract administration and providing guidance to State agencies on the development of business continuity plans. OCB also provides guidance on human resources policies and application of the civil service law to the state agencies, boards and commissions under the Governor’s authority.

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Analysis and Operations

Support services crucial to the operation of the Office of Collective Bargaining.

Bargaining Contracts and Agreements

Collective bargaining contracts and agreements with each of the five organizations representing state employees.

Business Continuity

Support for state agencies on the development of business continuity plans and programs.

Dispute Resolution and Training

Coordination of all mediations and arbitrations with agencies and unions representing state employees.

Labor Relations and Human Resources Policy

Human resources and collective bargaining assistance for state agencies and external customers

Workplace Injury Labor Management Approved Provider Committee (WILMAPC)

Effective care for workers injured on the job.