Manager, Labour Relations

Surrey Schools (School District #36 Surrey); Surrey; On-site; CAD 112,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Manager of Labour Relations. This role includes managing grievance processes and providing strategic advice to senior staff while ensuring compliance with collective agreements. Candidates should have a relevant bachelor's degree and extensive experience in employee/labour relations. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Extended Medical, Vision and Dental

Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Employee Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• A minimum of seven years of experience in employee/labour relations.
• Experience in collective bargaining and negotiations.
• Previous experience in the K–12 sector is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and oversee discipline processes and investigations.
• Manage and participate in the grievance process.
• Provide strategic advice to HR staff.

Skills

Knowledge of employment and labour law

Superior communication skills

Conflict resolution experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, business admin, or related

Professional certification such as CHRP

Job description

Overview

Manager, Labour Relations at Surrey Schools (School District #36 Surrey)

Term assignment for 1 year.

Join Surrey Schools, the largest BC school district and a major local employer, as we support educational outcomes and effective labour relations across the district.

Job Summary

The Manager of Labour Relations reports to the Director of Employee / Labour Relations and is a key member of the Labour Relations team. The role will be responsible for a portfolio and will work closely with the team, Human Resources contributors, and front-line managers / Principals to support successful educational outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and oversee discipline processes and investigations, including allegations of harassment.
• Manage and participate in the grievance process, ensuring proposed solutions maintain the integrity of the district and align with the terms and spirit of the collective agreements.
• Provide strategic advice to District senior staff, including Senior HR staff.
• Support all aspects of HR and develop positive relationships with the Unions, Associations, BCPSEA and other stakeholder groups.
• Ensure appropriate interpretation and administration of the Collective Agreement, Board Policy, applicable legislation and related contracts.
• Mentor and guide site-based management in Labour Relations and investigative matters.
• Be part of the Collective Bargaining Team.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or a related field with a minimum of seven years of experience in employee / labour relations with increasing responsibility and complexity. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Professional certification or designation such as CHRP is an asset.
• Experience in collective bargaining and negotiations.
• Previous experience in the K–12 sector is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of applicable provincial laws and regulations related to employment and labour law.
• Knowledge of the provincial labour relations environment including arbitral jurisprudence.
• Superior communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to develop excellent working relationships and credibility with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to anticipate and assess risks, issues and opportunities from both business and organizational perspectives; make balanced recommendations for resolution.
• Experience in conflict resolution and mediation.
• Experience in conducting grievance meetings, discipline proceedings, settlement agreements and terminations with and without cause, and grievance arbitrations.

What we’re offering

• Extended Medical, Vision and Dental
• Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Supportive workplace with a positive and productive work environment, including a safe space to act, speak, and reflect who you are

The salary range for this position is $112,430 to $140,537 per year with a comprehensive benefits package and Municipal Pension. Placement within the salary range is determined by qualifications and internal equity considerations; the midpoint represents full job knowledge and experience.

Qualified applicants can apply on Make a Future by clicking the "apply" button. The closing date for this position is September 16, 2025 at 4:00pm.

Note: Successful applicants will be required to consent to a Criminal Records Search prior to employment. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. To all others, thank you for your interest.