Specialist Labour Relations Saskatoon

Position #: 9003804
Expected Start Date: September 15, 2026
Union: OOS
Facility: Nurses Alumni Wing
City/Town: Saskatoon
Department: Labour Relations
Type: Part-time temporary
Expected Up to Date: September 15, 2027
FTE: 0.5
Shift Information: Days, Standby
Number of Hours per Rotation: Per 1 weeks:

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

Relief: No
Float: 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

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

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

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

Competencies

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

Knowledge and Abilities

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

Other Information

• Travel within Saskatchewan
• Scheduled hours of work may be reduced when a statutory holiday is recognized
• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/