Labour Relations Specialist

Brandon University; Brandon; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brandon University is seeking a Labour Relations Specialist to join its Human Resources team. The role focuses on collective bargaining, labour relations administration, and records management in a unionized environment.

Under the Associate Vice-President, People and Talent, you will guide CA interpretations, represent the University in grievance hearings, and coordinate meetings with stakeholders to understand issues and update agreements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Five years of labour relations experience; training in Labour Relations.
• CPHR designation preferred; knowledge of CA processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on Collective Agreements and interpret CA provisions.
• Represent the University in grievance hearings and negotiations as needed.
• Schedule and participate in pre-bargaining activities with stakeholders.
• Draft Letters of Understanding/ MOAs and update CAs with approved language.
• Train stakeholders on agreements and applicable regulations.

Skills

Labour relations

Collective bargaining

Grievance hearings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Labour Relations training

Job description

Applications are invited for a Labour Relation Specialist to join our Human Resources team. We are looking for an experienced Human Resources professional with experience working within unionized environments to help foster and maintain collegial labour relations. This role is responsible for collective bargaining, labour relations administration, and records management.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Associate Vice-President, People and Talent, the Labour Relations Specialist provides guidance and interpretation of the various Collective Agreements; addresses day‑to‑day matters related to CA understanding for five (5) Collective Agreements; participates in labour management meetings, creates Letters of Understanding/Memorandums of Agreement, represents the University in grievance hearings, drafts response letters; schedules, coordinates, attends pre‑bargaining meetings with stakeholders to understand issues related to existing CAs, drafts proposals, presents and negotiates as the Management Spokesperson at negotiations; updates existing CAs with agreed language, implements revisions, and conducts training sessions for stakeholders.

Qualifications

To be considered, candidates must have an undergraduate degree with a focus in Human Resources along with additional training in Labour Relations, with a minimum of five (5) years related experience in labour relations; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. CPHR designation is highly preferred. Candidates must have experience with all aspects of collective bargaining. Experience working with multiple bargaining units within one organization is key to being successful in this role. Previous employment in public sector or post‑secondary education is a desirable asset.
The successful candidate has a strong ability to be proactive and take initiative when addressing issues for resolution, use sound judgment, be prepared to have difficult conversations with stakeholders, possess a thorough understanding of legislation, Collective Agreements, and regulations applicable to University employees. Maintaining confidentiality, making decisions under pressure, and working collaboratively across a wide range of stakeholders are necessary skills the successful candidate must possess.