HR & Labour Relations Specialist

KidsAbility Centre for Child Development • Waterloo, ON

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources & Labour Relations Specialist (HR & LR Specialist) is responsible for administering and supporting daily human resources and labour relations functions at KidsAbility. This role provides coaching, guidance, and interpretation related to human resources practices, employment legislation, and the Collective Agreement within a unionized environment. Travel to other KidsAbility sites and external business locations beyond the primary site may be required.

Requirements

• Post secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources, Labour Relations, or similar field
• Three to five years of experience supporting labour relations, grievance processes, union communication participation.
• Three to five years of progressive human resources experience, including experience in a unionized environment.
• Solid understanding of Human Rights Code legislation (including special programs, accommodation, competing rights), Employment Standards, AODA, employment related law, human resources management and bias-free hiring and promotion principles and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Collaboration skills to be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to use word processing, data processing, management and analysis software, email and web-based software.
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License, and availability of a motor vehicle required.
• Prospective KidsAbility employees are subject to mandatory immunization requirements, including the full and ongoing COVID-19 vaccination, as a condition of obtaining and maintaining employment.

Nice To Haves

• CHRP designation or working towards CHRP designation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Supporting and administering human resources and labour relations policies, procedures, programs, and practices, providing guidance and interpretation.
• Supporting a positive and respectful labour relations environment in collaboration with union representatives and management.
• Interpreting and applying or upholding the terms of the Collective Agreement, organizational policies, and relevant legislation.
• Providing human resources services and support to staff at all levels, contributing to effective employee relationship management.
• Acting as a resource and first point of contact on employee and labour relations inquiries.

Benefits

• Ongoing training and development opportunities, empowering you to enhance your skills
• A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive work environment dedicated to family-centred care
• Organizational commitment to innovation and research; continually evolving our approaches so we may serve with purpose and value
• Initiatives to support your well-being including social events, opportunities to give back to your community and access to Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Comprehensive benefits and optional group RRSP program, short- and long-term disability income protection benefits, and generous vacation package and paid personal leave days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree