Michael Steinberg

Michael Steinberg is a professional with experience in employee relations and dispute resolution. He previously served as a Senior Employee Relations Consultant at Cottage Health, which is described as the premier health network for Santa Barbara County.41

In September 2023, Michael Steinberg was appointed as the University Ombuds at Oregon State University (OSU).23 In this role, he provides dispute resolution services to faculty, administrators, staff, and students at OSU.4

Prior to his current position at OSU, Michael's professional background includes:

• Senior Employee Relations Consultant at Cottage Health for approximately 5 years and 5 months5
• Associate Ombuds at the University of California Santa Barbara2
• Ombuds at Columbia University2
• Staff member at the Harvard Mediation program, where he worked as a mediator and trainer2

Michael Steinberg's educational background includes:

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Connecticut College2
• Juris Doctor (JD) from Northeastern University School of Law2

In his practice as an ombuds, Michael adheres to the International Ombuds Association's Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.2 His experience in employee relations, dispute resolution, and mediation has prepared him for his current role in helping to address conflicts and issues within the university community.