Joe Sarno, Esq.
About Joe Sarno, Esq.
Joe Sarno, Esq. serves as the Director of Employee and Labor Relations Operations at Yale University, where he manages employee relations for several departments. He holds a JD from Suffolk University Law School and has extensive experience in labor relations and human resources.
Current Role at Yale University
Joe Sarno serves as the Director of Employee and Labor Relations - Operations at Yale University, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he manages employee relations for the Hospitality, Facilities, and Athletics Departments. Additionally, he oversees labor relations specifically for Yale's Public Safety department. His responsibilities include addressing employee concerns, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and fostering a positive work environment within these departments.
Previous Experience in Labor Relations
Before joining Yale University, Joe Sarno worked at Brown University as the Director of Labor and Employee Relations from 2006 to 2011. In this role, he was responsible for managing labor relations and employee relations initiatives. Following his tenure at Brown University, he served as the Chief Human Resources Officer at Boston MedFlight from 2011 to 2015, where he oversaw human resources operations and strategy.
Educational Background
Joe Sarno earned his Juris Doctor (JD), cum laude, from Suffolk University Law School, where he studied from 1991 to 1994. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Modern European History from Brown University, studying from 1987 to 1991. He completed his high school education at Winthrop High School, graduating with a diploma in 1987.
Expertise in Training and Compliance
Joe Sarno possesses expertise in developing and presenting training programs tailored for both staff and management. He has a deep knowledge of legal compliance issues related to labor and employee relations, which informs his approach to managing employee relations and ensuring adherence to labor laws within his current and previous roles.