Richard J Watson

About Richard J Watson

My extensive expertise in labor and employee relations provides positive pathways to foster positive workplace environments and effective partnerships with stakeholders. With over three decades of experience, I have developed strong skills in implementing processes concerning enterprise-wide consolidations, transformations, and reorganization; expertise in conflict resolution, contract negotiations, training and development, policy development and delivering impactful presentations to achieve amicable solutions. In my role as Director of Labor Relations, I leverage the art of collaboration that builds on a solid foundation of leadership in workforce engagement to achieve optimal performance. As President of COMTO-NY for six years, I am committed to promoting inclusivity in the transportation sector and other industries serving the public. My efforts center on creating collaborative work settings that empower professionals and encourage organizational success. My dedication to enhancing employee satisfaction and retention aligns with my overarching goal of driving impactful workplace innovation at its core.

Experience

1. Director Labor Relations

   Liberty

   Nov 2025 — Present

Education

• CUNY City College

  BA, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

• William Howard Taft University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Organizational Leadership

• Brooklyn College

  MA, Political Science

Skills

• Labor Relations
• Policy
• Management
• Contract Negotiation
• Employee Relations
• Public Speaking
• Performance Management
• Organizational Development
• Human Resources
• Recruiting
• Training
• Leadership