Director, Labour Relations

Job Requisition Id: 123521

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

Canada Post is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you are contacted by Canada Post regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you have any restrictions that need to be accommodated. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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.