BAND 3 - Senior Labour Relations Specialist

Bring your specialized labour relations expertise to this rewarding senior level role

The Senior Labour Relations Specialist, under the direction of the Director of Labour Relations, represents the government on employment related matters involving bargaining unit employees and disputes under the collective agreements, and related employment legislation and regulations. This expertise will carry forward to collective bargaining support.

This position is required to maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant jurisprudence, administrative tribunal processes, legislation, regulations, and recommend changes in collective agreements, policies, procedures, legislation and regulations.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 4 years of recent labour relations experience in a unionized environment; OR, 4 years of recent experience as a human resources practitioner that includes significant labour relations experience; OR, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience in writing correspondence for management regarding complex matters.
• Experience in negotiations with Union representatives.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience in collective bargaining or as a support to bargaining.
• Experience representing the Employer before arbitration and/or administrative tribunals.

Proviso

• Willingness to travel overnight.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Sarah.Gantzert@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
2 positions available.
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Applicants who re-apply within 6 months of a previous unsuccessful assessment may not be eligible for further consideration.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is excluded from union membership.

Working for the BC Public Service:
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 guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.


How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

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 need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.


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 at the bottom of the posting.

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