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Sr. Consultant – Employee Relations

Overview

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

 

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

 

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

 

About this role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular, Full-time Sr. Consultant, Employee Relations to join our dynamic Employee Relations team.
Reporting to the Associate Director, Employee Relations, the Sr. Consultant provides a wide range of labor and employee relations services on behalf of Canadian Blood Services, which includes undertaking collective bargaining negotiations as the Chief Spokesperson. Advises on the application of collective agreements, terms and conditions of employment, provincial employment-related legislation, arbitration awards, and general labor relations practices to HR Managers, Project Directors, Senior Leaders and Managers. Drafts policies and procedures ensuring legislative and/or collective agreement compliance and provides education to HR Managers or directly to Managers as required.

Specific Skills
  • Post secondary level education in a relevant discipline from a recognized academic institution, preferably an Undergraduate Degree in Labour/Industrial Relations.
  • A professional Certification in Human Resources management, e.g., C.H.R.P.,(or working towards certification) is an asset.
  • Five years of progressive Labour Relations experience including experience as a spokesperson in collective bargaining.
  • Superior communication and interpersonal skills along with the proven ability to exercise sound judgment, tact, and discretion.
  • Advanced knowledge and demonstrated ability in dispute resolution, investigative methods, as well as negotiation, mediation and facilitation.
  • Ability to analyze complex problems in a potentially adversarial climate.
  • Extensive knowledge of employment and labour-related legislation, labour relations jurisprudence, principles, and practices, as well as working knowledge of the latest trends, developments and practices in Human Resources management.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop individual relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders including lawyers, mediators, union leaders, internal business leaders, and HR Managers by establishing credibility and trust.
Responsibilities
  • Harnessing your skills in Collective Bargaining process, prepare and obtain support for management proposals and counter proposals for a portfolio of bargaining groups.  Responsible for the negotiation of all matters such as working conditions, wages, health and welfare benefits.  Ensure that proposals are in line with the national mandate and overall strategic direction of the organization.
  • Using your organization skills, compose and sign all official correspondence.  Maintain records of negotiations and all related communications, and prepare status reports as required.  Inform management on progress of negotiations
  • Leveraging your superior research skills, analyze the collective agreements and research reference documents, labor legislation, labor market conditions, prevailing union and management practices, and provincial settlements for use in the review of current contract provisions and proposed changes.
  • Drawing on your expertise in Employee relations, provide advice and guidance on grievances (including arbitrations), disciplinary issues and general issues regarding applicable labor legislation.  Responsible for drafting and has authority to execute Minutes of Settlement and Memorandum of Understandings, as appropriate.
  • Utilizing your business acumen assist the Associate Director, Employee Relations & HR Operations in the development of labor relations strategies to foster a positive employee and labor relations environment and to meet the future needs of the organization.
  • Leveraging on your knowledge of employment legislation, provide direction on the interpretation and administration of agreements, terms and conditions of employment, labor legislation, and Corporate policies and procedures.
  • Using your ability to adapt to changing needs, Identify the requirement for new or revised employee-related policies.  Research and develop new / revised policies ensuring consultation with appropriate stakeholders. Develop implementation, communication and educational material as required and train HR Managers on changes.
Job Nature
Full Time, Hybrid, Permanent
Experience Requirements
5+
Job Location
Alberta, Calgary, Canada, Edmonton, Manitoba, Montreal, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Surrey, Toronto, Vancouver, Vancouver Lower Mainland, Winnipeg
Other Benefits
  • 4 weeks' vacation
  • Annual performance award up to 8%
  • Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family
  • Defined benefit pension plan
  • Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources
What you can expect
  • This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at Canadian Blood Services location 40% of the time/2 days of the week
  • Frequent travel is required for this role to attend meetings as required.
Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.   Canadian Blood Services requires that all employees be fully vaccinated (COVID 19 vaccine doses as approved by Health Canada), subject to any medical or other human rights considerations. Persons who have been vaccinated outside of Canada must contact their local Public Health Unit in order to obtain a vaccine equivalency certificate.   If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.   We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.

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