People & Culture Labour Relations Specialist (Ft

2 months ago

Ottawa, Canada YMCA of the National Capital Region Full time

**Overview**

The YMCA is a charity that has been helping Canadians improve their lives since the first Y opened in 1851. Y programs are offered at more than 1,700 locations across Canada and help more than 2.25 million people annually become healthier in spirit, mind, and body. The YMCA of the National Capital Region proudly serves people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, and works to address critical social needs in our community. We are a leader and valued partner in creating a vibrant and healthy community where everyone belongs and can reach their full potential.

This position requires a commitment to the Y mission and core values of responsibility, honesty, caring, respect, and inclusion, which form the foundation of all Y programs and services.

***Working for the Y**

Are you looking to use your skills and unique gifts to make a real difference in your community? The YMCA of the National Capital Region is a great workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, where different backgrounds, experiences, and identities are appreciated and celebrated. The YMCA provides hundreds of employees with meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. We recognize the contributions of our staff through innovative practices, great benefits, and growth opportunities. Whether you are starting out in your career or a seasoned professional, you will find many exciting opportunities to achieve your personal and career goals.

**Vacancy Status**:This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

**What do we offer?**

At the Y, you will be part of a vibrant and diverse network of people whose shared vision is to change lives and make our communities home to the healthiest children, teens, adults, and families.

**Our competitive wage and benefit package include**:

- Free YMCA gym membership;
- Discounted Y program fees (including health & fitness programs, child care, and camps);
- Access to our YMCA Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) including free, immediate, confidential assistance and counselling for you and your family members for mental and physical health, and financial advice, among other 12 suites of services;
- Health and Dental Insurance;
- Long-term Disability and Life Insurance;
- Access to our Canadian YMCA Retirement Fund pension plan;
- Up to 25 vacation days per year including two float days, and one birthday vacation;
- Maternity leave benefits for up to 18 months.
- _Some benefits may vary based on employment terms_

**What do you offer?**

Reporting to the People & Culture Manager, the People & Culture Labour Specialist provides excellent service to the public and staff of the YMCA of the National Capital Region. Key responsibilities include building strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring compliance with employment laws, conducting investigations, managing grievances and arbitrations.

Key objectives:

- Promoting a positive work environment by fostering trust, respect, and inclusivity between management and employees, while developing strategies to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.
- Helping develop two new social enterprise components:

- Providing tailored, practical advice and hands-on support to YMCAs across Canada, other non-profits, and charities with their labour relations needs.
- Developing a comprehensive digital repository of labour relations tools accessible to YMCAs across Canada, other non-profits, and charities.

**Some of the tasks of this position include**:
Labour Relations
- Administering and interpreting collective agreements, managing employee and labour relations issues, and guiding grievance/arbitration procedures.
- Ensuring compliance with employment laws, regulations, and policies through audits, training, and proactive solutions to resolve disputes.
- Conducting investigations, addressing complaints, and collaborating with managers on performance management, conflict resolution, and workplace design.
- Supporting health and safety activities, preparing for arbitration cases, assisting in contract negotiations, and facilitating union-management meetings.

Collaborative Labour Relations
- Providing tailored, practical advice and hands-on support to YMCAs across Canada, other non-profits and charities with their labour relations needs.
- Focusing on creating a comprehensive digital repository of labour relations tools accessible to YMCAs across Canada, non-profits and charities to support them through the unionization process, bargaining, and workforce management.

Work Investigations
- Leading thorough, confidential investigations into employee complaints, misconduct, or policy violations, gathering evidence through interviews and document reviews.
- Maintaining confidentiality, documenting findings, preparing reports, and recommending corrective actions or disciplinary measures.
- Providing guidance and support to managers and employees throughout the invest

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