Manager, Employee and Labour Relations

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Health Sciences North is an organization dedicated to being patient and family focused, digitally enabled, and socially accountable, while supporting and developing our people and advancing our academic and research impact for Northeastern Ontario. We pride ourselves on being a learning hospital, providing professional development opportunities for our staff.

Health Sciences North (HSN) is seeking an innovative leader for the position of Manager, Employee and Labour Relations. The Manager, Employee and Labour Relations will be responsible for providing professional Labour/Employee Relations (LR) leadership and consulting services to the Human Resources (HR) Business Partners and HSN management by engaging in LR initiatives that support HSN’s goals and objectives. Over the next twelve (12) months, one of the key focuses of this role will include preparing for, participating in and implementing changes resulting from collective bargaining.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a four (4) year Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Human Resources Management (HRM), or in a related field, from an accredited university. Current designation as a Canadian Human Resources Leader (CHRL) is required or equivalent combination of post-secondary education, training and experience may be considered.

We are looking for someone with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience working in a Labour Relations department within a multi-union organization with a minimum of two (2) years’ working in a leadership/supervisory role. Candidates that possess training or recent experience in a health care environment are preferred.

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, team environment and are looking for a rewarding career opportunity, you are encouraged to view the full job description on the HSN Careers Website.

At HSN/HSNRI, we prioritize the physical and psychological wellness of all our staff through a variety of initiatives, aimed at creating a supportive and engaging workplace. Our Wellness Committee actively promotes health and well-being offering tips and resources to support wellness of our staff. We pride ourselves on recognizing our dedicated team members through Years of Service Celebrations and Excellence in Action Awards, celebrating outstanding achievements across the organization. We host Employee & Medical Staff appreciation events, and celebrations throughout the year, fostering a sense of community. Leadership development training is available to staff as well as an education fund, ensuring. Our people are our number one asset.

HSN provides support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), which is available for all HSN staff and family members regardless of status, position, affiliation, etc.

HSN INCENTIVES

We offer a competitive salary and vacation, extended health and dental benefits, and relocation allowance to assist with moving expenses.

We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our valued employees the security and peace of mind that comes with a defined benefit pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well-being and believe that a strong pension, like HOOPP, recognizes our employees and provides a stable foundation for their future as part of the overall compensation package. HOOPP is also a multi-employer pension plan, meaning it can be transferred between many organizations in the province.  Join us and start building a future you can look forward to. For every dollar an employee contributes to HOOPP, the employer (HSN) contributes $1.26, meaning the plan is 55% funded by the employer, and 45% funded by the employee. All employees are eligible to join immediately upon hire.

Interested applicants are asked to apply directly to requisition # 6691 on the HSN Careers Website at https://careers.hsnsudbury.ca/. The posting will remain active until filled however the search committee will begin reviewing applicants on November 13, 2024.

KEY FUNCTION: 

Provide professional Labour/Employee Relations (LR) leadership and consulting services to the Human Resources (HR) Business Partners and HSN management by engaging in LR initiatives that support the HSN’s goals and objectives.

REPORTING:         

Under the general direction of the Director, Human Resources.

DUTIES:     

1. Analyze HSN’s Collective Agreements to develop interpretation of intent, spirit, and terms of contract.
2. Provide guidance on interpretation and application of Collective Agreements.
3. Develop and maintain knowledge of current jurisprudence.
4. Assist in leading and supporting the grievance handling process to ensure compliance with contractual timelines, and provide advice and guidance to Business Partners and management in resolving issues.
5. Provide support and advise counsel for rights, interest hearings, and witness preparation.
6. Develop and negotiate Minutes of Settlement with unions as required, and ensure consistency across the organization.
7. Ensure the timely implementation and communication of arbitration awards and settlements.
8. Analyze grievance trends and issues, and canvass managers to assist in the development of education/in-service planning.
9. Review HSN policies to ensure compliance with Collective Agreements, relevant legislation, and hospital practices.
10. Develop negotiation strategies in collaboration with HSN management and prepare management team members for bargaining.
11. Negotiate agreements with the unions outside of formal collective bargaining to deal with issues as they arise.
12. Ensure the timely and effective implementation, communication, and training on systems and services to ensure HR staff and management are kept apprise of recent LR and legislative issues.
13. Identify and analyze LR risks associated with operational change initiatives and provide sound advice and guidance to management on mitigating/managing risks.
14. Ensure accruals are in place for outstanding grievances, economic adjustments, and local collective bargaining.
15. Supervise and assist with data collection and reporting of workload statistics, budget development, and monitoring.
16. Analyze data against benchmarks as required and make recommendations for strategies to remain within established benchmarks.
17. Manage human resources which include: recruitment, selection and training.
18. Guide, motivate, monitor and supervise staff, develop standards of performance, evaluate performance and make recommendations on disciplinary action if required.
19. Oversee the work of others in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), its regulations, and HSN policies.
20. Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
21. Participate in the accreditation process and work to ensure that the program and HSN achieve, maintain and continually improve upon their accredited status.
22. Teach, coach and lead staff in the development and monitoring of quality indicators and improvement initiatives.
23. Engage in and foster professional development of all staff and provide opportunities for learning within budgeted resources.
24. Ensure a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors; investigate report, debrief and take or direct corrective action as required on incidents.
25. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders/organizations/community groups to achieve program objectives, integrate and link services and foster partnerships across the continuum of service delivery.
26. Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
27. Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required. 
28. Perform other duties as required. 

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND TRAINING: 

1. Minimum of a four (4) year Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Human Resources Management (HRM), or in a related field, from an accredited university.
2. Current Designation as a Canadian Human Resources Leader (CHRL) is required or equivalent combination of post-secondary education, training and experience may be considered.
3. Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.

EXPERIENCE: 

1. Minimum of five (5) years’ experience working in a LR department within a multi-union organization, preferably in a health care environment.
2. Minimum of two (2) years’ working in a leadership/supervisory role, preferably in a health care environment.
3. Training or recent experience in a health care environment is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: 

1. Demonstrated ability to interpret legislation and employment law.
2. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
3. Demonstrated superior time management, prioritization, organization, critical thinking, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of grievance and arbitration procedures, arbitral jurisprudence, collective bargaining, employment-related legislation, and HR theories/techniques.
5. Demonstrated ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with highly sensitive situations.
6. Proven ability to develop, monitor, administer and report on budgets.
7. Demonstrated ability to coach, advise and teach others using the principles of adult learning.
8. Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of lean methodology for process improvement.
9. Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
10. Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation and principles of management, hospital committee structure, conflict management and resolution, system needs analysis and organizational assessment.
11. Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with health care providers and employees.
12. Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems.
13. Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
14. Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY: 

1. Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
2. Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
3. Demonstrated positive work record and excellent attendance record.
4. Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
5. Ability to travel between local sites.

Selection Process:  Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required.
 

Health Sciences North is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the recruitment, assessment, selection and hiring stages of employment.

HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.