Employee Relations Consultant

Employee Relations Consultant
Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture
Permanent
Open Competition
Fredericton

Interested in making a difference in our province? We encourage you to Choose GNB!

Who we are:
Join our Human Resources team! The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture is responsible for fostering economic growth, pride of place, and promotion of our province. We are also responsible for providing art and culture programs, heritage conservation, grants and funding for museums, sport, arts, culture and heritage and overseeing provincial parks.

What you will do:
As a member of the Human Resources team and reporting to the Director, your primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Researching and/or interpreting applicable policies or collective agreements to provide sound advice
• Providing advice and guidance to Human Resources Consultants and Management on various employee relations matters such as grievances, employee misconduct, respectful workplace investigations, progressive discipline, attendance management, Human Rights
• Participating in labour management meetings, adjudications and collective bargaining process
• Liaising with investigator and providing support for workplace investigations (harassment, poisoned workplace, Human Rights issues and employee misconduct).
• Assisting in mediation of grievances, and conflict resolutions
• Working in collaboration with the Human Resources Consultant to identify training needs and develop solutions
• Assisting with the delivery of employee relations training

Who you are:
You are comfortable dealing with conflict and presenting your point of view; sharing your subject matter expertise to develop others; and able to work in a demanding and fast-paced team environment.

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Behavioural competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following behavioural competencies:

• Results Orientation
• Analytical Thinking/Judgement
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Self-control / Stamina
• Client Service Orientation
• Relationship/Network Building
• Organizational Awareness

Technical competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following technical competencies:

• Human Resources Management
• Knowledge of applicable legislation, policies and procedures
• Knowledge of Conflict Management Practices
• Consulting Skills

Required Competencies:

• University degree and a minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in human resources, including experience in labour/employee relations; OR two (2) years of post-secondary education from a recognized institution with seven (7) years of progressive experience in human resources, including experience in labour/employee relations.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English and French is required. Please state your language capability.
Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The following operational requirement(s) is also required:

• This position may require some travelling within the province.

Nice to have:

• CHRP designation (Certified Human Resources Professional)
• Industrial or Labour Relations Certification

Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

Wage:
Pay Band 5 - $2,574.00 to $3,595.00 biweekly

Work environment:

• Office Location: Marysville Place, Fredericton
• Office Environment: Open office setting
• Hours of Work: 8:15 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday

What can GNB offer you?

• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services
• Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan
• 1 paid Volunteer Day per year to give back to your community
• 1.25 days/month of paid vacation

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & safety.

How to apply:
We encourage applicants to apply online at www.ere.gnb.ca, by mail at the following address, or by email at [email protected] by October 30, 2025, indicating competition number R18-2025/2026-027. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture
Human Resource Branch
Marysville Place, 4th floor
P.O. Box 6000, Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1
(506) 453-3115

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

As per the?Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Program contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province by removing barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.

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