Labour Relations Consultant (12-month contract)
About The Position
HEABC has an opening for a Labour Relations Consultant (LRC) for a 12-month contract. The LRC performs labour relations advisory and consulting services as part of the HEABC in-house legal services and labour relations team. They provide advice and opinions on a range of policy and labour relations issues, attend trouble-shooter and expedited hearings, and assist with negotiations planning and supports the Lead Negotiator at bargaining table with research and drafting documents. This position is well-suited to an individual interested in pursuing a career in an interesting segment of the public sector, and who values the opportunity to make a positive public contribution through their work.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in industrial relations, business or a related discipline from an accredited University
- Minimum of seven (7) years’ recent, related experience in labour relations and/or labour and employment law or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Knowledge of health sector labour relations, related legislation, collective agreements and jurisprudence.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated analytical, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Demonstrated ability to organize, plan and execute work within demanding work schedules.
Responsibilities
- Providing labour relations advice to members on a range of labour, employment law, privacy law, workplace health and safety and human rights law issues.
- Interprets collective agreements, legislation, and policy, and utilizes established interpretations and guidelines to ensure consistent application of the collective agreement and legislation and continuity in the provision of advice within the health sector.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with member organizations, health sector unions and outside agencies; fosters effective working relationships within HEABC.
- Representing HEABC and its member organizations at meetings to resolve disputes prior to formal third-party hearings and addressing employer-specific issues or industry issues.
Benefits
- In office or hybrid work environment – flexibility that suits your needs.
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive health & dental benefits, with immediate coverage upon starting.
- Training and development opportunities – HEABC supports your continuing education & growth.
- A work environment which values work-life balance, respect, recognition, teamwork, and inclusivity
- The opportunity to make a positive contribution to the BC health care system through your work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
