Staff Representative

Legal / Advocacy Staff Representative

Job ID : P0349

Job Classification : STAFF REPRESENTATIVE (SR2)

REGULAR / FULL-TIME

Location : Burnaby, BC

To be considered for this role, applications MUST be submitted online.

• Join one of BC’s Largest Unions
• Be part of the labour movement with great employee benefits and a healthy work / life balance!

BCGEU thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada and are residents of he Province of BC.

THE ORGANIZATION

About Us : The BCGEU is one of the largest and most diverse unions in British Columbia with over 90,000 members in 550 bargaining units in the public and private sector. We trace our beginnings back to the early 1900s when provincial government employees formed an association to address their working conditions. Since then, our union has organized thousands of workers outside the government service. We’re continuing to grow.

The BCGEU believes that every worker is entitled to union representation and free collective bargaining without discrimination. Collective bargaining rights are human rights.

We strive to eliminate barriers to members’ involvement and inclusion in union activity. All people are entitled to enjoy human rights, political freedom, quality public services, democratic government, and a sustainable environment, in a just society. The BCGEU commits to social justice, equality, workplace safety, decent wages and working conditions. We will pursue social, economic, and political justice as those are the goals upon which the labour movement was founded.

The BCGEU Advocacy department gives legal advocates the opportunity to fight for workers’ rights and consider interesting legal issues, while also maintaining a strong work-life balance. This balance includes generous leave entitlements, flexible work from home arrangements, and no billable hours. Once eligible, the successful candidate will have access to exceptional benefits and enrollment in a defined benefits pension plan.

STAFF REPRESENTATIVE (SR2) - ADVOCACY DEPARTMENT

Salary : Grade : SR2

Wage Rate : Annually : $128,688.86 – $152,280.64

Location : BCGEU Headquarters Office

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Staff Representative to join our Advocacy team. Reporting to the Director - Advocacy, the Staff Representative will play a key role in providing advocacy services to the union and its members. The Staff Representative will represent the union at formal arbitration hearings, before the Labour Relations Board, and at other adjudicative tribunals. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of collective agreements and grievance handling, experience in formal arbitration and / or court proceedings, the ability to assess and resolve disputes, and a commitment to advancing the goals and values of the labour movement.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following :

Key Responsibilities :

Education & Experience :

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

How to Apply :

Please review the attached job description for full details on duties, qualifications, and competencies. To be considered, submit a single attachment containing both your cover letter and resume, clearly outlining how you meet the qualifications. Include the Position Title and Job ID in the subject line of your application. This information will be used in the selection process.

If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your expertise to engage in meaningful and challenging work, please apply to join our team today at recruitment@bcgeu.ca.

At BCGEU, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, People with Disabilities and Disabled People, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact recruitment@bcgeu.ca.