News and Announcements:

  • BMS is accepting applications to fill two (2) Mediator positions. Click HERE to view the posting. 

  • Upcoming Training Opportunity! October 15th, 2025
    LMC New Member Training (pdf)
    Crow Wing County
    322 Laurel Street, Suite 15
    Brainerd, MN 56401
    Register Here by October 8th, 2025 (9/17/2025)

    Next training will be held virtually on January 15, 2026

  • Reserve Our Space! The Minnesota Bureau of Mediation Services maintains and administers meeting space for labor relations purposes as provided for under MN Statute 179 (MLRA) and 179A (PELRA). Review the BMS Room Reservation Policy here or use our BMS Meeting Room Reservation Request form to reserve our space. (7/31/2025)
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Arbitration

We provide neutral arbitrators to resolve contract and grievance disputes.

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Labor-Management Cooperation

Assisting labor and management in establishing and operating joint labor-management partnerships at the worksite.

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Mediation

The BMS provides neutral mediation of collective bargaining disputes.

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Representation

BMS establishes groupings or units of employees which are appropriate for the purpose of collective bargaining.

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Training

The Minnesota Bureau of Mediation Services offers technical support training in a variety of areas.

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Legislation, Rules and Policies

Enabling Legislation, Rules and Policies.