Employee Relations Consultant I

City of Thunder Bay; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EFAP

Wellness initiatives

Staff events

Recognition culture

Job summary

The City of Thunder Bay is seeking an Employee Relations Consultant I to provide research, analytical support, and human resources consulting services to leaders and teams across the organization.

You will guide on employee relations matters, contribute to collective bargaining preparation, and help with projects that enhance the employee experience, collaborating with HR colleagues, union representatives, and managers to foster a respectful, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Diploma in human resources management or related field.
• Experience in human resources or employee relations environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with diverse audiences.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research related to collective bargaining, salary, compensation, grievances, and related areas.
• Provide day‑to‑day consultation on compensation, benefits, staffing, development, grievances, and employee relations for all staff levels.
• Analyze and cost the impact of collective agreement changes during bargaining.
• Participate in corporate or divisional projects in staffing, development, training, employee relations, compensation, and benefits.
• Attend and advise on disciplinary and grievance matters.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Research & analytics

Cost analysis

Education

Diploma in Human Resources Management or related field

Job description

Support People. Strengthen Workplaces. Make an Impact.

At the City of Thunder Bay, Our City Runs on People Like You. Together, we are building a workplace where everyone belongs. Behind every thriving workplace is a team dedicated to supporting employees, strengthening relationships, and helping people succeed. As an Employee Relations Consultant I, you’ll play an important role in delivering human resources services that support employees, leaders, and teams across the organization.

In this role, you’ll provide guidance on employee relations matters, contribute to collective bargaining preparation, and help with projects that enhance the employee experience. Working closely with Human Resources colleagues, leaders, and union representatives, you’ll help foster a respectful, inclusive and productive workplace where people can do their best work.

Thunder Bay offers more than a fulfilling career. With its natural beauty, affordability, and strong sense of community, it’s a city where you can grow personally and professionally.

Where You’ll Make a Difference Every Day

As an Employee Relations Consultant I, you’ll provide research, analytical support, and human resources consulting services that help leaders navigate employee relations matters with confidence.

Whether you live in Thunder Bay, you’re looking to return, or excited to make the City your new home, join a team where your skills, expertise, and presence are recognized, and make a real impact in our community.

How You’ll Support the Team

In this role, you will utilize your expertise and collaborative approach to help build positive workplace relationships and contribute to an engaged, high-performing workforce. You will also have the following accountabilities:

• Conduct research in relation to collective bargaining, salary, compensation, grievance, and other areas, as assigned
• Provide day-to-day consultation services of a routine nature in relation to compensation, benefits, staffing, recruitment, development, grievances, disciplinary matters, performance issues and employee relations issues for all levels of staff in the organization
• Analyze and cost the impact of collective agreement changes during the collective bargaining process
• Participate in the completion of corporate and/or divisional projects and/or training initiatives in such areas as staffing, development, training, employee relations, compensation and benefits
• Attend and advise on assigned disciplinary and grievance matters

What You Can Count On With Us

When you join us, you will be in receipt of the following amazing benefits:

• A competitive salary that reflects your expertise
• Access to a confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and wellness initiatives to support your overall health
• A culture of recognition and appreciation, with staff events and programs that celebrate your contributions
• The opportunity to be part of a dedicated and talented team, who are highly respected within the Corporation
• A collaborative HR team environment that values innovation, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing
• The opportunity to influence programs and processes that support employees across the organization

What You’ll Bring to the Team

Here’s what will help you succeed as the Employee Relations Consultant I:

• Diploma in human resources management or a related field, and previous work experience in human resources or employee relations environment
• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing, and to deliver presentations to a variety of audiences
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with Administration, Union executives, superiors, co-workers, employees and the general public
• Strong research, project/time management, analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to analyse and understand financial implications of proposals and cost calculations

Ready to take the next step in your career journey? Join us at the City of Thunder Bay, where you’ll help shape meaningful work, support organizational success, and contribute to an exceptional employee experience.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Your Privacy

The City of Thunder Bay is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. We are committed to a recruitment process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free.

If you need an accommodation during any part of the recruitment process, let us know — we will work with you to meet your needs.

For privacy and fairness, please do not include photos, ID cards, driver’s licences, or police record checks with your application. These documents will only be requested if you’re successful.