Labour Relations Manager

APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE POSITION OF

LABOUR RELATIONS MANAGER

HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

Non-Union Level 8: $82,877 – $99,450

There are two (2) full time permanent positions available

Our Vision:

At the Toronto Catholic District School Board, we transform the world through witness, faith, innovation and action. Servant-leadership that is visionary, empowering and inclusive is a fundamental characteristic of our Board. We seek colleagues who demonstrate a powerful personal mission and commitment through action to these principles. We are committed to fairly and objectively recruiting and selecting leaders and staff who are excellent role models, visionary and innovative, student-focused, committed to diversity, inclusion and equity and are also collaborative in building a Catholic community.

TORONTO CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD:

The TCDSB is an inclusive learning community rooted in the love of Christ. We educate students to grow in grace and knowledge and to lead lives of faith, hope and charity. At Toronto Catholic, we have a long and distinguished history of providing excellence in Catholic education for the Toronto community. Catholic Social Teachings, the Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations and the Board’s Pastoral Plan are foundational to our exemplary approach to teaching and learning in the 21st century.

The TCDSB is proud to be a significant part of the fabric of publicly-funded Catholic education in the province of Ontario. We serve more than 90,000 students in more than 195 Catholic schools in the city of Toronto and represent close to 475 000 catholic school supporters.

CRITERA FOR AN INTERVIEW ARE AS FOLLOWS:

• A relevant degree from a recognized university in Industrial Relations, Human Resources Management/related field or equivalent proven experience
• Minimum of four (4) years labour relations or related experience with increased responsibility in the interpretation and administration of collective agreements including the handling of grievances in a diverse and unionized workforce
• Proven negotiation and collective bargaining experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills, along with effective written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, organizational and time management skills required
• Ability to prioritize varying workloads while working to meet deadlines with a proactive service orientation
• Extensive experience with research and survey methodology and concepts
• Effective communication through report writing and by way of group presentations
• Demonstrated ability to succeed in a team environment
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office products

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Reporting to and under the direction of the Executive Superintendent, Human Resources, Equity and Leadership, this position plays a vital role in providing management/ administrative support in the efficient operation of the Executive Superintendent’s Office.  Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Facilitate and coordinate the processes and procedures associated with shortlisting Principals and Vice Principals; coordinate related staffing processes and procedures between schools and the department as required
• Attend and record minutes/notes at all union-management meetings, staff allocation committee meetings, and negotiation meetings between management and the bargaining units (some negotiations take place outside C.E.C. including evening meetings)
• Keyboarding of various correspondence, reports, documents, etc. as required (including confidential and sensitive matters) for negotiations, conciliation, mediation etc.
• Facilitate effective and collaborative communication between internal departments, schools, Trustees, and external agencies such as Ontario College of Teachers, Ministry of Education, private and public sector offices by responding to and making enquiries independently, as required
• Respond to enquiries, emergent and/or sensitive issues from Board staff/external stakeholders and take appropriate action in accordance with established procedures and guidelines
• Provide administrative support related to sensitive, confidential, and labour relations matters
• Coordinate, schedule and confirm meetings, appointments and interviews for the Executive Superintendent and relative staff members, as required
• Collect, research, compile, analyze and prepare data/information for reports, with effective and proficient use of technology as required
• Provide supervision to assigned staff
• Assist with the preparation of various budgets (e.g. departmental; BLDS Expenditures, etc.)
• Maintain and process the staff development programs (e.g. Course Subsidy Program, Religious Education Additional Qualification Program, etc.)
• Provide general office administrative duties (e.g. create and track attendance records where appropriate; create and track all purchase orders and supplies utilizing Board’s financial management system; maintaining filing and follow-up system(s); establishing and maintaining various databases and spreadsheets; preparing cheque requisitions, etc.)
• Provide administrative support to the Superintendent’s Association as required
• Perform any other duties as assigned or required

Diversity and Inclusion:

Consistent with the TCDSB’s Employment Equity policy, the TCDSB is strongly committed to fostering a diverse workforce. We especially welcome applications from individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, including but not limited to, those who are members of groups protected by the Human Rights Code. You are invited to voluntarily indicate if you identify as such a person. This information will be kept confidential.

Barrier-Free Recruitment and Selection:

TCDSB embraces the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and as such, is committed to creating an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Please inform the Human Resources department at the time of your application of any requirement for an accommodation. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Interested applicants are asked to submit a completed résumé and cover letter no later than Tuesday, October 11, 2022.

Applications are to be submitted online through "Apply To Education" at:

https://network.applytoeducation.com/Applicant/AttJobPosting.aspx?JOB_POSTING_ID=6795e303-0d44-44e9-9aab-e53c71bf1de6

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.