Specialist Labour Relations Rural

Position #: 197893

Expected Start Date: April 01, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: Yorkton

Department: Labour Relations Rural

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: November 30, 2026

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

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

Travel Required: No

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

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

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

Knowledge and Abilities

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

Other Information

• Travel within Saskatchewan