Labour Relations Officer- Negotiations

3 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada Ontario Nurses' Association Full time

**Location: TBD, ON Canada**

**Type: Permanent**

**Group/Grade: Bargaining Unit/Officer Grade**

**Rate: $103,973.19 (start)**

**Date: November 17, 2023**

**Positions: 2**

Founded in 1973, the Ontario Nurses’ Association (ONA) is a leading health-care union representing more than 68,000 registered nurses and health-care professionals and 18,000 nursing student affiliates working in Ontario hospitals, long-term care facilities, public health, community, clinics and industry. ONA is committed to the advancement of the social, economic and general welfare of its members providing labour relations services that include representation of members to ensure their rights under the collective agreement are protected and negotiating the best possible terms and conditions of employment. ONA advocates for the highest standards of health care for all Ontarians. Looking to the future, ONA will continue to provide proactive strategies to raise the awareness of the value (including economic and patient benefits) of RNs with all stakeholders.

ONA is seeking to hire two

**This is what else you can expect from this dynamic role**:

- Develop and deliver education to members and staff on negotiations and contract interpretation in various forums, new staff orientation, sector connects, provincial meetings and specific LRO education.
- Provide service to members and staff in a manner that is consistent with member values and keeps the interests of membership as the primary focus of work.
- Assist in planning, and coordinating orientation, bargaining, mediation, and arbitration for all Central Negotiations teams including ratification, communication, and any implementation issues in collaboration with Lead Negotiators and Managers.
- Provide support to staff pertaining to local bargaining, including the vetting of proposals (central/local), monitoring of settlements, coordination of the local issue arbitration process at the regional level, and preparation and presentation of HLDAA briefs at local issues arbitration.
- Negotiate First Collective Agreements for newly organized bargaining units partnered with assigned Regional Team Labour Relations Officers.
- Draft communication related to bargaining and contract interpretation in collaboration with managers.
- Provide assistance to regional staff by ensuring proposals address barriers to settlement as identified in bargaining direction, legislative changes and provisions achieved in central processes.
- Assist with the maintenance of Job Action Manual, Contract Interpretation Manuals, prototypes, and tip sheets, including reviewing and making recommendations on revisions.
- Assist with disclosure requests and assessment of financial data.
- Provide support for regional staff during negotiations, strike mandate votes, conciliation, mediation, ratification and/or any resulting job actions which include participation in preparation for job action, mobilization of members pre-job action, during job action and return to work following job action.
- Provide written reports to Management on areas of activity, as required.

**What we are looking for**:

- University degree, diploma or certificate in Industrial/Labour Relations or related equivalent education is required.
- A Registered Nurse (RN) is an asset.
- Three (3) to five (5) years of ONA labour relations and negotiations experience in the Hospital Labour Disputes Arbitration Act (HLDAA) and/ or Right to Strike (RTS) sectors is required.
- Alternative Dispute and Conflict Resolution and/or Advanced Mediation and Workplace Conflict Coaching Certification and/or training is an asset.
- Knowledge of the procedures, practices and techniques used in collective bargaining.
- Full understanding and demonstrated working knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., _Employment Standards Act, Ontario Labour Relations Act, Human Rights Code_).
- Strong analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills within a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated advocacy and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated skills in leadership, mentorship, and coaching.
- Excellent communication and advocacy skills.
- Bilingualism (French/English) is considered an asset.
- The Ontario Nurses’ Association is committed to employment equity within its staff. Applications are encouraged from equity groups including individuals of Aboriginal descent, racialized individuals, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ persons. We also provide accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation for a disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at _
- Thank you for your interest in joining us. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted._

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