Business Function: Labour Relations
Primary City: Ottawa
Other Location(s):
Province: Ontario
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Status: Permanent
Language Requirement: English Essential
Employee Class and Level: CPMGB03
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 07/06/2021
Job Description
As a member of the Labour Relations management team, the Director is responsible to achieve, through participation in a range of corporate activities, projects, and committees, recognition of Labour Relations issues and concerns that can have effect on corporate decisions.
The Director directs a portion or full range of Labour Relations processes such as bargaining strategy, negotiations, consultation, field Labour Relations, and grievances and arbitrations.
Job Responsibilities
Below are the main job requirements and responsibilities for the Director, Labour Relations.
Institutes and directs the organization’s negotiations mandate in accordance with executive level instruction and endorsement. Acts as Chief Negotiator and negotiates with Union representatives as required.
Constructs and prepares the required documents/exhibits for the negotiations process as well as for third party involvement, e.g. Conciliator, mediator, arbitrator, or conciliation board.
Provides advice and guidance to functional personnel on the direction and impact of negotiations. Manages the information-gathering and data collection process to ensure that the negotiating team’s knowledge base/assumptions are current.
Assesses the Corporate impact on all areas of concern presented as bargaining issues by the functional groups and provides advice on bargaining strategy.
Evaluates and develops the corporate position in defense of grievances and arbitrations involving national issues. Leads pre and post meetings with National Union on all matters relating to the resolution and implementation of national arbitration cases. Ensures the Corporation’s liability is fully costed. Analyzes arbitration decisions to determine the viability of pursuing judicial review.
Investigates, analyzes and reports to Senior Management on emerging trends in arbitration and operational practices and determines their impact on the Corporation and its existing interpretations, policies and procedures.
Job Responsibilities (continued)
Directs the process for the redress of grievances and arbitrations by administering policies/procedures; and monitors for quality and consistency.
Participates in the development of Labour Relations programs, policies and procedures to ensure they are within the established long term direction and policy framework for HR and assists to ensure their general understanding by CPC employees. Monitors the effectiveness of these programs and takes suitable corrective action where required.
Develops and maintains a constructive working relationship with functional representatives of Management, and consultants to ensure operational, administrative and service efficiency.
Represents Labour Relations, on corporate capital and non-capital project committees identified in the Investment Plan and the Operating Plan. Provides advice and technical expertise to project directors and manages all Labour Relations involvement in the project.
Co-ordinates the timing and content of bargaining agent notices at both the national and divisional level for initiatives having impact on the bargaining units.
Establishes, promotes and maintains an effective working relationship with National Union Officials for the purpose of resolving problems within the terms of the collective agreements.
Re-evaluates and challenges existing contract interpretations to adjust to changing conditions in order to help achieve operational objectives.
Recruits staff as required. Monitors and reports on staff progress toward the achievement of their goals. Promotes the personal development of staff toward the achievement of their personal and professional aspirations, encouraging job-related training and developmental assignments.
Qualifications
Education
Completed post-secondary, preferably in a related field OR (much less common) a combination of equivalent professional experience and training
Experience
5 to 7 years of relevant functional experience
(If managing a team) 3 or more years’ experience managing people
One or more years of experience in a unionized environment an asset
Other Candidate Requirements
Proficient computer skills and competent with Microsoft Office programs
Designation and or certifications programs may be required for certain positions (i.e. Finance & Engineering)
(If managing a team) Excellent team building and leadership skills and experience
Budget and planning experience
Sound organizational, analytical, judgement and decision-making skills with proven abilities in problem solving
Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to build and maintain relationships
Strong oral and written communication skills
Other Information
English essential, bilingualism preferred.
Relocation may be offered for highly qualified candidates.
Frequent travel will be required if successful candidate is not based in Ottawa.
Safety Sensitive Positions
This position may be considered a Safety Sensitive position.
Employment Equity
Canada Post will represent Canada’s diversity and provide a safe and welcoming workplace that embraces and celebrates our differences.
We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities and visible minorities.
Conflict of Interest
The Conflict of Interest Policy prohibits employees from hiring, supervising or reporting to, directly or indirectly via the reporting hierarchy, their immediate family or close personal relations. Should you feel that you may be in an actual or potential Conflict of Interest in regard to this job opportunity, you must communicate with the designated Human Resources representative.
Accommodation
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Important Message
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements as Canada Post cannot make assumptions about your education and experience. We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Our Leadership Behaviours
Decision Making – A champion of the organization who takes calculated risks and makes prudent, common sense decisions about current issues, future opportunities and resource requirements in a timely, well thought out manner that aligns with the corporation’s best interests.
Accountability – An individual who strives for performance excellence and who holds him/herself and direct reports accountable for decisions and actions and for learning from mistakes when intended results are not achieved.
Business Orientation – A proactive individual who understands the competitive nature of the business, and is committed to sustaining the business through excellent customer service and new business opportunities.
Execution – A focused and self-motivated individual who acts with a sense of urgency and delivers on time and within budget, by dealing effectively with challenges and ambiguous situations.
Leading People – A compelling communicator and leader who engages, motivates and inspires others to achieve results and who encourages personal growth and finding better ways of doing things.
Our Values
We value diversity as an essential part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future. We believe that attracting, developing, and retaining people who reflect the diversity of Canada is essential to our success because this matters to all communities and customers we serve.
Canada Post’s corporate values reflect the principles, beliefs and aspirations that guide our behaviour and shape our culture.
Safety – We are committed to a safe and healthy environment for all our stakeholders.
Customer – We serve Canadians with pride and passion.
Respect – We treat each other with fairness and respect.
Integrity – We act responsibly and with integrity.
Transformation – We will innovate and transform to win in the marketplace.
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