Elizabeth Ellie Calixtro

About Elizabeth Ellie Calixtro

Elizabeth Calixtro is an accomplished Labor Relations Manager with a robust background in government and public administration. Currently serving in the role of Labor Relations Manager at Multnomah County (Health Department portfolio), she brings extensive experience in fostering harmonious workplace environments and effectively resolving disputes.With a Master\'s Degree in Public Policy from UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs and a Bachelor of Arts in Politics & American Ethnic Studies from Willamette University, Elizabeth has developed strong analytical and interpersonal skills. Her commitment to fairness and equity is evident through her past experiences, including involvement in various social justice initiatives and advocacy work.Elizabeth\'s dedication to community engagement is reflected in her volunteer roles, including serving as Treasurer for Policy Professionals for Diversity and Equity at UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs and as a Community Organizer/Volunteer for CAPACES Network. Her contributions have been recognized through accolades such as the Franklin D. Gilliam, Jr, Social Justice Award and the David Bohnett Fellowship.Driven by her passion for positive change, Elizabeth continues to leverage her expertise and experiences to make meaningful contributions in both her professional and volunteer endeavors.

Experience

1. Labor Relations Manager

   Multnomah County

   Oct 2021 — Present · Portland, OR, US

   Serves as chief spokesperson and/or participates as a member of the bargaining team for assigned labor contracts within the Health Department at Multnomah County.• Works closely with department management teams to facilitate the resolution of conflicts, administer corrective and disciplinary actions, identify and minimize employment risks, anticipate employee and organizational issues, and make recommendations and implement solutions.• Advises department HR staff, supervisors, and executive leadership on matters of labor and employee relations, contract administration, personnel rule development and administration, and application of federal and state employment law.• Develops effective working relationships with a diverse customer base and a variety of stakeholders including: department management, union leaders, employees, County Human Resource professionals, and County leaders.• Hears grievances, handles arbitrations, develops Memorandums of Agreements and negotiates settlements to grievances, as necessary.• Reviews disciplinary actions for appropriateness and adherence to Personnel Rules and collective bargaining agreements.• Writes and revises County Personnel Rules as necessary to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.• Responds to employees according to collective bargaining agreements and County rules and policies.• Conducts labor relations training.

Education

• Universidad de Murcia

  Study Abroad Semester Program (Spain), Politics, International Law

  2012 — 2012

• University of California, Berkeley

  PPIA Junior Summer Institute at UC Berkeley, Public Policy Analysis

  2012 — 2012

• Willamette University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Politics & American Ethnic Studies

  2009 — 2013

• UCLA

  Master's Degree, Master of Public Policy - UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs

  2014 — 2016

Skills

• Clerical Work
• Program Development
• Policy
• Program Implementation
• Spanish
• Grassroots Organizing
• Grassroots
• Volunteer Management
• Civic Engagement
• Quantitative Research
• Bilingual Proficiency
• Public Meeting Facilitation
• Leadership Development
• Video Production
• Leadership
• Grant Writing
• Stata
• Nonprofits
• Public Speaking
• Fundraising
• Program Evaluation
• Scheduling Management
• Policy Analysis
• Event Planning
• Youth Mentoring
• Grassroots Communication
• Student Government
• Coalition Development
• Community Outreach
• Research
• Event Hosting
• Public Policy