Member Representative

6 months ago

New Westminster, Canada UFCW1518 Full time

_**Are you a Union Representative that empowers workers and represents their rights?**_
- **UFCW is looking for a Member Representative, like YOU, to join their growing team.**_

UFCW 1518’s Member Representative works on the front lines to engage members, stewards, and activities to defend and promote the rights of workers. Reporting to the Managing Director of Operations, you will deliver fair representation, support, and education to members as they navigate the collective agreement and bargaining process. This position is located out of the Lower Mainland but will require travel to members and organizations.
- **Why UFCW 1518?**_

UFCW 1518 fights for fairness for its 22,000 members across diverse sectors, like community health, retail and industrial. Your contributions will be integral to achieving to championing workplace justice, increased wages, and better working conditions for everyone we represent.

As a joining member of our team, you can expect:

- Competitive compensation package to reward you and your contributions.
- Extended health benefits and dental plan to take care of you and your family.
- Generous vacation and statutory holidays for work-life balance.
- Car allowance, insurance, and gas card plus extra compensation for work-related travel costs.
- Flexible work arrangement with the chance to collaborate with colleagues and work remotely.
- **Key Responsibilities & Duties**_
- **Collective Bargaining. **_Act as a spokesperson in negotiations and strategic bargaining discussions. You will work with member bargaining committees to research and develop bargaining proposals, while interpreting, administering, and enforcing collective agreements.
- **Grievance Handling. **_You’ll have the opportunity to research, represent and present Stage I & II Grievances at arbitrations and Labour Board hearings.
- **Member Representation. **_Foster relationships with workers, management, and the community with workplace visits. You’ll earn the chance to foster positive labor relations and advocate for members when it comes to health & safety, human rights, political action, and duty to accommodate.
- **Member Engagement. **_ Leverage your leadership capabilities to mentor and train stewards, recruit new members and deliver union training.
- **Database Reporting & Accountability. **_Track and proactively maintain UFCW 1518’s database with member information and labor-relations processes.
- **Projects & Joint Committees. **_Draft contracts for upcoming projects and union representation. Use your expertise to ensure compliance and recruit members for participation on Joint Committees.
- **Organizing Unions. **_Connect with unorganized workplaces and campaign for certification by canvassing and educating workers about union membership.
- **What You Bring to the Table**_
- 2 to 5 years of experience as a Union Representative
- University degree or college diploma in Labour Studies or any related field.
- Proven work experience at the bargaining table and achieving settlements.
- Understanding of labour legislation and processes, such as BC Labour Relations Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and Employment Standards Act.
- Technically versed in Microsoft Office Suite, performing Internet and Intranet searches, and uploading documents.
- You have a BC driver’s license and are able to drive a vehicle to travel throughout BC and Canada.
- You’re an adaptable communicator and public speaker to earn trust, confidence, and respect of members in both friendly and hostile groups,
- Ability to work effectively with people at all levels within the union, employer groups, and other organizations.
- You’re a natural leader with the ability to inspire, engage, direct and mentor both members and employers
- Ability to leverage creative problem solving, risk assessment and critical thinking to work independently with little supervision.
- You’re an active listener that responds in a decisive, positive, and proactive way to member issues and concerns.
- **Nice to Haves**_
- Experience working with UnionWare.
- Proficiency in English with fluency in a second language (Punjabi, Mandarin, Cantonese, or Tagalog preferred).

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Union Representative: 2 years (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in NEW WESTMINSTER, BC

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