Labour Relations Consultant - Human Resources

f you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

We are seeking a Labour Relations (LR) Consultant in Human Resources (HR) to join a team of hardworking and dedicated professionals who have a passion for labour relations. Working in a fast-paced environment, the LR Consultant will be called upon to provide counsel on both strategic and complex labour relations matters while contributing to the development and implementation of best practices for The City of Calgary. The LR Consultant will provide research and tactical assistance during collective bargaining, and will be involved in a variety of labour relations activities related to a number of diverse bargaining units. Primary duties include:

• Interpretation and administration of collective agreements, City policies, and employment legislation.

• Employee performance management, corrective action including discipline, and attendance support.

• Grievance and arbitration handling, as well as participation in Labour Relations Board activities, while applying dispute resolution strategies. 

• Effective relationship building with a wide variety of stakeholders, while developing and promoting strategic labour relations consultation and training.

• Utilize sound judgement, tact, and discretion to analyze complex situations, identify solutions, and make appropriate recommendations.

Qualifications

• A degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Human Resources, or related field, supplemented with 5 years of directly related experience in Labour Relations.

• Experience providing HR advice and support, preferably within a public sector unionized environment.

• Equivalent combinations of experience and education may be considered.

• You are an influential and strong communicator with strong listening, conflict management, and problem-solving skills.

• Success in this role requires the ability to work effectively in a team environment, possess organizational sensitivity, and demonstrate excellent decision-making abilities.

Pre-employment Requirements

• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Union: Exempt

Business Unit: Human Resources

Position Type: 2 Permanent Positions

Location: 800 Macleod Trail S.E.

Compensation: Level E $77,891 - 117,609 per annum

Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day

work week, earning 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.

Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week

Audience: Internal/External

Apply By: September 9, 2019

Job ID #: 302338