Labour Relations Strategic Advisor

4 days ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Street Haven At The Crossroads Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Labour Relations Strategic Advisor to join our team at Street Haven At The Crossroads. This is a full-time, in-person role that operates under standard business hours (40 hours per week), Monday to Friday, with some evening or weekend requirements.

About Us

Street Haven At The Crossroads is a dynamic women's multi-service agency that provides shelter, supportive housing, training supports, and addictions therapy to vulnerable women in Toronto. With over 50 years of experience, we serve 1500 individuals annually and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace.

Responsibilities
  • Collective Agreement Compliance:
    • Oversee the consistent application and administration of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), ensuring alignment with legal and organizational requirements.
    • 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.
Requirements

We are looking for a highly experienced Labour Relations Strategic Advisor with a minimum of 5+ years of HR and Labour Relations experience in a unionized environment, including interpretation and application of collective agreements. You must have excellent knowledge of relevant provincial and federal labour relations and employment legislation, as well as strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and Internet applications.

What We Offer

This is a challenging and rewarding role that offers a competitive salary of $65,000-$71,000, commensurate with experience. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable women and contribute to the success of our organization.

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