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Labour and Employee Relations Business Partner - Full-time
Labour and Employee Relations Business Partner - Full-timeVON Canada • Mississauga, Peel Region, CA
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Labour and Employee Relations Business Partner - Full-time

Labour and Employee Relations Business Partner - Full-time

VON Canada • Mississauga, Peel Region, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

The Labour and Employee Relations Business Partner supports the development and implementation of a labour relations strategy and leads various labour relations functions including grievance administration, collective agreement interpretation, employee relations, investigations and response. The Labour Relations Officer is responsible for developing collaborative strategic relationships with unions and VON leadership, advising on collective agreement administration, employee relations matters and providing training, education and support to VON managers.

Requisition Details

  • Employment Status : Regular, Full-time (1.0 FTE)
  • Program Name : Labour and Employee Relations
  • Number of Hours Bi-Weekly : 75
  • Work Schedule : Days
  • On Call : No
  • Existing Vacancy : Yes - we are currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide subject matter expertise on the interpretation and administration of multiple collective agreements
  • Provide strategic guidance to management to ensure that policies and practices are in line with applicable legislation and collective agreements
  • Support the development of labour relations skills of managers through training in discipline, attendance, conflict resolution, grievance handling, and investigations
  • Assist in facilitation and resolution of employee conflicts / issues in partnership with the Senior Director of Human Resources / Labour Relations and / or VON leadership
  • Ensure consistent application of collective agreements and HR policy throughout the organization
  • Provide support in the handling of medical accommodation cases
  • Represent the function at National and Regional work groups, task forces, projects, etc. on key organizational initiatives
  • Lead workplace investigations as delegated
  • Represent the organization at grievance and arbitration hearings, coordinating with legal counsel and other stakeholders
  • Protect confidential information related to clients, coworkers, suppliers and VON operations and ensure compliance with applicable law
  • Comply with all statutory and internal disclosure requirements and ensure accuracy of information
  • External And Internal Relationships

  • Collaborate with VON National and Regional leadership teams in preparing for collective bargaining, post-bargaining rollout, and training initiatives
  • Maintain strong relationships with VON National and Region leadership and Human Resources
  • Interact with Union representatives and bargaining leads to promote a cooperative labour relations climate
  • Maintain professional relationships with employees at all levels
  • Represent the organization to outside stakeholders on labour / employee matters
  • Interact with legal services, Ministry of Labour, government agencies and other relevant stakeholders
  • Education, Designations And Experience

  • Post secondary degree in labour relations, law or related discipline
  • Knowledge of labour / management principles, the Canada Labour Code, provincial employment law, Human Rights, statutes and the Labour Relations Board processes and collective agreement administration
  • Minimum of 5 years' broad and progressively senior labour relations experience including participation in collective bargaining and contract administration and interpretation
  • Familiarity with provincial labour regulations, collective agreements, provincial worker compensation legislation and practice, and various labour organizations
  • Experience with Nova Scotia and Ontario healthcare unions is an asset
  • Experience in a health care environment preferred
  • Skill Requirements

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced multi-union environment with changing priorities
  • Excellent interpersonal, influencing and verbal / written communication skills
  • Strong negotiation, mediation, workplace investigation and conflict resolution skills
  • Relationship management skills, including the ability to earn the trust of internal customers and external clients
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
  • Other

  • Must have personal vehicle and possess a current driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance
  • Willingness to travel regularly during the day and at times overnight to support sites and attend meetings
  • Current criminal background check required with possible vulnerable sector screen
  • The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required
  • Working conditions

    This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.

    Notes

    Attention Current Employees (Internal Applicants) : If you are applying to a unionized position and you are a member of its bargaining unit, please be aware that this posting may remain open beyond the deadline if there are not enough applicants to fill the position. If the posting remains open after the initial deadline, VON may close the posting at its discretion or a rolling deadline equivalent to the posting period specified in your Collective Agreement will be deemed.

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