BAND 4 – Director, Employee Relations

Director, Employee Relations

Management Band 4

This position is excluded from union membership.

An eligibility list may be established.

A rewarding leadership role for a skilled, big-picture thinker with outstanding communication skills

Reporting to the Executive Director, Employee Relations, the position leads a team of professionals conducting investigations and providing labour relations advice in an environment where labour and employment law, regulations and policy are continually evolving. The position may also be required to lead complex/major investigations promoting effective employer/employee relations.

The BC Public Service is an award winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For advice and guidance on applying and/or preparing for an interview for this opportunity, we invite applicants to connect with the Indigenous Applicant Advisor Amanda by email: [email protected] or by phone: 778-698-1336.

For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile. For specific position related enquiries, please contact [email protected] . DO NOT SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS. For more information about how to create or update your profile and how to submit your application, please refer to the Job Application page on the MyHR website. If you are still experiencing technical difficulty applying for a competition, please send an e-mail to [email protected] , before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible to assist you.

NOTE: Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition

Job Requirements:
In order to be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined below:

University degree in Business Administration or a related field and a minimum of 2 years’ progressive, related experience in a Human Resources role OR

Diploma in Business Administration or a related field and a minimum of 4 years’ progressive, related experience in a Human Resources role OR

Certificate in a related field and a minimum of 5 years’ progressive, related experience in a Human Resources role OR

An Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Experience negotiating and resolving conflict situations with the intent to develop mutually acceptable conditions.

Experience providing consultative advice and expertise on relevant and complex HR matters in a unionized environment to human resource practitioners, managers and supervisors.

Experience interpreting collective agreements, HR legislation, policies and procedures, and terms and conditions of employment.

Experience leading or directing labour relations investigations.

Preference may be given to applicants who have 2 or more years’ experience supervising and leading staff.

Valid BC driver’s license (minimum class 5), or an equivalent class driver’s license from another province or jurisdiction.

Willingness and ability to travel and work outside of normal working hours.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Cover Letter: YES – A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

Resume: YES – Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES – You will be required to answer a standard questionnaire.