Labour and Employee Relations Officer, Full-time

• 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 (e.g. employment standards) and collective agreements
• Support the development of labour relations skills of managers through active training in labour relations matters including discipline, attendance, conflict resolution, grievance handling, and investigations
• Support 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, working on behalf of the organization with legal counsel and other relevant \u00A0stakeholders
• Ensure confidential information relating to clients, work colleagues, suppliers and VON\u2019s operations is properly protected and not disclosed to third parties, unless permitted or required under relevant law or regulation
• Comply with all statutory and internal disclosure requirements on a timely basis and ensures to the best of their ability, the accuracy and comprehensiveness of the information
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• Post secondary degree in labour relations, law or related discipline
• Knowledge of labour/management principles, the Canada Labour Code, provincial\u00A0 employment law, Human Rights, statutes and the Labour Relations Board process(es) and collective agreement administration
• A minimum of 5 years broad and progressively more senior labour relations experience including participation in collective bargaining (as a member of the bargaining or bargaining support team) 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

• Ability to work in a fast paced multi-union environment meeting multiple demands and 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 quickly earn the trust of internal customers and external clients
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated commitment to on-going learning and professional development

• Must have a personal vehicle and possess both a current driver\u2019s 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

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