Specialist Labour Relations Saskatoon

Position #: 9003804

Expected Start Date: May 26, 2025

Union: OOS

Facility: Nurses Alumni Wing

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Labour Relations

Type: Part-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: January 31, 2026

FTE: 0.5

Shift Information: Days, Standby

Hours of Work: Per 1 weeks:

• 2 shifts of 7.5 hours
• 1 shifts of 3.75 hours

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: Labour Relations Specialists are responsible for providing advanced knowledge as a strategic partner and subject matter expert in the design, delivery, and implementation of human resource services and strategies to improve operations, achieve goals, and resolve issues. The Specialist provides solutions for labour relations issues including interpretation, application and administration of collective agreements and relevant legislation, labour relations and conflict resolution advice in support of managing workplace matters, strategic labour relations advice and support for organization change and strategic initiatives, conducting the grievance process, negotiating and documenting grievance settlements, preparing for arbitration and other adjudications, contributing to labour relations policy development, conducting workplace investigations, preparing for and participating in collective bargaining, and providing training on labour relations matters within the organization.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• 3-5 years' experience in Human Resources

Education

• Masters of Law
• Bachelor of Commerce (BComm)
• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
• Business Administration diploma (DBA)
• Juris Doctor (JD)
• Industrial Relations degree/diploma
• Human Resources diploma

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable

Competencies

• Analytical skills
• Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
• Critical thinking skills
• Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation

Knowledge and Abilities

• Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
• Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
• Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Ability to adapt to and implement change
• Knowledge in Labour Relations concepts, principles and issues
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
• Ability to lead and coach others
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
• Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety

Other Information

• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
• Travel within Saskatchewan