Faculty Relations Consultant
- Employer
- Western University
- Location
- London, Ontario
- Salary
- Salary Grade: 17
- Closing date
- Oct 12, 2022
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- Sector
- Educational Institutions and Services - Post-Secondary
- Function
- Organizational Effectiveness / Culture
- Job Level
- Generalist, Specialist, Business Partner, Consultant, Recruiter, Interviewer
- Employment Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Designations Required/Preferred
- None
Classification & Regular Hours
Hours per Week: 35
Salary Grade: 17
About Western
Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the
development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.
About Us
The mission of the Office of Faculty Relations (OFR) is to maximize the University’s ability to achieve
excellence in teaching, research and service by providing quality advice and support on employment matters in
a manner that facilitates positive relationships with and among faculty, librarians, archivists, their
representatives, university administrators, and the community.
Responsibilities
The Faculty Relations Consultant (FRC) supports Western's and the OFR's missions by providing expert,
informed advice to academic and administrative leaders within the Faculties on matters relating to the
employment of faculty, librarians and archivists. Using highly evolved problem-solving skills, conflict
management and negotiation skills, the FRC facilitates the resolution of labour and employment issues with
employees, leaders and unions/association representatives.
Utilizing appropriate learning design and delivery pedagogy the FRC also collaborates with leaders and
partners to design and deliver programs, resources and tools that enhance leadership and administrative skill
relating to faculty employment. In addition, the FRC reviews and approves faculty actions and ensures efficient
and effective business process in supporting the administration of, and compliance with, collective agreements
and policy.
Qualifications
Education:
- Undergraduate degree in Law or Human Resources, with additional formal education related to labour
relations
- Graduate degree in Industrial Relations is preferred
- Canadian Human Resources Professional Designation (CHRP) would be an asset
Experience:
- 5 years’ experience as a human resources or labour relations consultant with experience in negotiation and
grievance management in a large unionized organization
- Experience in an academic or professional environment is preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of current legislation and jurisprudence applicable in employer/employee and unionized
relationships
- Knowledge of best practices in human resources management, including recruitment and retention,
training and development, performance management, disability management, organizational development,
change management, conflict resolution, and labour relations
- Excellent interpersonal skills which exhibit diplomacy and tact and which support the development of
positive relationships even in an environment of stress and/or conflict
- Excellent demonstrated communications skills (verbal and written, individual and group) which support
persuasive advocacy and clarity of message in a comprehensive and concise manner
- Strict adherence to the principles of confidentiality
- Ability to apply the required knowledge and understanding of human resources practice in an academic
environment to effectively support and advise a variety of stakeholders, with varying levels of knowledge and
skill
- Proven strong judgment, negotiation and problem solving skills with a consultative and collaborative
approach to addressing issues and opportunities
- Ability to think and act strategically and to understand and manage the issues in the context of the mission,
vision, values and objectives of the Office of Faculty Relations and the wider University
- Strong organizational skills including, but not limited to file management, timeline management, and team
leadership and support
- Expertise in policy development, investigation/research and report preparation for multiple audiences
- Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Ability to be proactive and take initiative with a strong record of teamwork with the motivation and ability to
work independently with little supervision
- Ability to take on leadership roles and manage high functioning teams including, but not limited to: Joint
Committee, OFR Project Teams, ALSC Steering Group and other committees as required
- Possesses a demonstrated reputation for resourcefulness with a strong sense of accountability and
initiative
- Familiarity with collective agreements, letters and memoranda of understanding, conditions of appointment,
policies and procedures for the client groups serviced by the Office of Faculty Relations is an asset
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity
and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible
minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any
gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you
require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194.
Please Note:
Interested applicants are asked to visit https://recruit.uwo.ca for further information and to apply online referencing job #28184 by midnight on 2022/10/12
Effective September 7, 2021, all employees and visitors to campus are required to comply with
Western's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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