Permanent, Full-Time Opportunity
The Durham District School Board (DDSB) is responsible for public education in the rural settings of Uxbridge, Brock and Scugog Townships and the urban settings of Ajax, Whitby, Pickering, and Oshawa. The DDSB employs 10,000 staff in a wide variety of roles and is one of the largest employers in Durham Region. With 136 elementary and secondary schools and learning centres, the DDSB accommodates more than 79,000 regular day students and thousands more who take advantage of a wide variety of continuing education and adult credit courses.
The DDSB recognizes Indigenous rights are distinct. In the exercise of those rights, Indigenous staff and students shall not be subjected to actions with the aim or effect of depriving these distinct rights.
The DDSB is committed to learning and working environments that centre human rights and equity and that are safe, welcoming, respectful, equitable, accessible, inclusive and free from discrimination, oppression, harassment and harm.
Supports the Manager Labour Relations in establishing positive labour relations by advising on labour relations matters, participating in labour relations meetings, collective bargaining, grievance processes, arbitration hearings, researching and preparing briefs and reports, developing and delivering training, and building productive and collaborative relationships with management and union partners.
Duties and Responsibilities
· Represent the organization in grievance meetings with the Unions and Federations including working with leadership to research and formulate responses.
· Work proactively to understand and resolve issues prior to formal grievances, where applicable.
· Work with legal counsel and leadership to prepare for mediation and arbitration hearings and participate in hearings as a representative of the organization.
· Provide advice and support on the interpretation and implementation of collective agreements, labour and employment legislation, relevant policies and procedures.
· Act as a staff resource to the labour management committees.
· Work with the Manager of Labour Relations to prepare for Collective Bargaining including research, costing, drafting and analysis of bargaining proposals, drafting language and final settlements, implementation of the Collective Agreement, and providing relevant training on negotiated changes.
· Act as spokesperson and/or key member of bargaining team(s) as determined by the Manager of Labour Relations.
· Develop and present in-house training seminars and workshops on various matters related to employment and labour relations.
· Remain current on legislation, arbitration outcomes, and Ministry of Education requirements as it relates to the education sector, including conducting research, preparing presentations and delivering training to the organization.
· Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Your profile as a qualified Employee/Labour Relations Specialist will include:
Knowledge and Skills
● Sound knowledge of employment and labour law.
● Successful labour relations experience including experience participating in collective bargaining.
● Demonstrated knowledge of labour relations, (grievance and arbitration process), negotiations and employment legislation (Labour Relations Act, Employment Standards Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act, etc.).
● Highly developed analytical/interpretive and problem-solving skills.
● Proven ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) to a variety of audiences (e.g. management, union representatives, colleagues).
● Strong facilitation, conflict resolution, problem solving, negotiation and presentation skills;
● Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize.
Education and Experience
· University degree in related field (e.g. Industrial Relations, Human Resources) with five years labour relations experience in a complex, unionized environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
· Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation would be an asset.
Salary Range: $99,927-116,914
To apply online for Posting #3913123 by 4:30 p.m., January 6, 2025 please go to ddsb.ca and submit your application under the section of Careers – Educational Services.
The DDSB is committed to equity and inclusion in the recruitment and hiring of qualified staff who reflect the diversity of our region. We encourage submissions from candidates who represent the various dimensions of diversity. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.
While we appreciate all the applications received, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
