Labour Relations Specialist

1 month ago

Toronto, Canada Street Haven at the Crossroads Full time

**Labour Relations Specialist**

**Company Overview**:
**Position Overview**:
This position is based in Toronto and requires an onsite in-person presence.

**Responsibilities**:
Collective Agreement Compliance:

- Act as the primary advisor for management on the interpretation and implementation of CBA terms.
- Update policies and procedures to reflect legislative changes affecting the CBA.

Collective Bargaining Support:

- Act as project coordinator to support the Executive Director in negotiations, ensuring outcomes align with organizational goals while fostering positive union relationships.
- Consult with program directors to understand human resources needs and operational limitations
- Provide guidance in the collective bargaining process by preparing materials and analyzing employee, organizational, and HR data to identify trends and guide management on planning and decision making
- Prepare negotiation strategies, proposals, and supporting materials for collective bargaining.

Grievance Handling and HR Issues:

- Lead the grievance process from initiation through resolution, including documentation, analysis, and strategy development.
- Working closely with management to represent the organization in grievance meetings, arbitration hearings, and union-management discussions.
- Address employee and labour relations issues proactively, fostering a collaborative and respectful workplace.
- Engage constructively with union representatives, stewards, and legal counsel to facilitate open communication.

Data Reporting and Benchmarking:

- Analyze and report on labour relations trends, grievance outcomes, and workforce metrics to support strategic planning.
- Conduct benchmarking research to compare labour relations practices against industry standards.
- Provide actionable insights and recommendations based on data analysis.

HR and Labour Relations Support:

- Collaborate with HR teams on projects and initiatives related to employee engagement, training, and labour relations.
- Provide training for managers on labour relations practices, compliance, and conflict resolution.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies that align with organizational values and the CBA.
- Participate in HR department documentation and reporting activities relating to labour relations
- Assist with administration and implementation of the collective agreement, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements
- Assist with ad hoc HR projects, including general HR support

**Qualifications**:

- Experience in the non-profit/charitable, or social services sectors
- Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Labour Relations, or similar
- Expert knowledge and experience in managing grievance processes and resolution
- Experience in presenting management positions during union and management meetings, during collective bargaining, and at grievance hearings
- Excellent knowledge of relevant provincial and federal labour relations and employment legislation
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as active listening and presentation skills
- Ability to remain organised and accurate in a dynamic fast-paced environment with frequently competing demands and priorities
- High degree of self-initiative with a consultative and informative approach

**How We Work**:
This is a full-time role that is in-person only and operates under standards operating business hours (40 hours per week), Monday to Friday, with some evening or weekend requirements.

**Salary**: $65,000-$71,000

2-years Contract Position

**Where We Work**:
This role is based in downtown Toronto and requires working in-office.

**Inclusion**:
We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace as possible.

We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Please advise us in advance if you require accommodation so we can make arrangements as necessary.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 24 months

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- This is an onsite role. Is this suitable for you?
- Please share your ideal salary range for this role.

**Experience**:

- labour relations: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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