Bilingual Labour Relations Officer

AVAILABLE POSITION

Bilingual Labour Relations Officer
(1-Year Temporary Full-Time Position)

The New Brunswick Teachers' Federation (NBTF), representing more than 10,000 public school teachers across the province, is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join its team as a Bilingual Labour Relations Officer.

Terms of Employment

Location: Fredericton, New Brunswick
Term: August 31, 2026, to June 30, 2027
Salary: Based on experience ($133,341 - $154,423)
Benefits: In accordance with NBTF policies
Deadline for application: July 10, 2026, 4:30 p.m.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to members on the interpretation and application of the Collective Agreement;
• Advise and support members throughout grievance processes involving alleged violations;
• Represent members in a variety of matters, including investigations and disciplinary proceedings;
• Offer strategic advice on policies related to working conditions;
• Design and deliver professional development sessions;
• Participate in meetings of the Executive Committee and Board of Directors;
• Contribute to NBTF publications, including the newsletters, as required;
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Required Qualification and Competency

• Bachelor's degree in education, business, industrial relations, law, or a related field;
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently;
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment;
• Flexibility to travel regularly throughout New Brunswick on short notice;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Demonstrated capacity to analyze and resolve complex issues;
• Understanding of collective agreements, provincial policies, the Education Act, and related regulations;
• Proficiency in both official languages (English and French), with strong oral and written proficiency in both languages;
• Experience or knowledge in labour relations is considered an asset.

Applicants Must Submit:

• A bilingual résumé (English and French);
• A bilingual cover letter outlining your suitability for the role;
• Contact information for two professional references.

The NBTF Executive Director reserves the right to request a security check.

How to Apply

• The deadline for application is July 10, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.
• Submit your application in confidence to: [email protected]
  New Brunswick Teachers' Federation
  P.O. Box 1535, 650 Montgomery Street
  Fredericton, NB E3B 5G2

*Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The New Brunswick Teachers' Federation is dedicated to advising and supporting its members, and to protecting the working conditions of the teaching profession by negotiating improvements to the social and economic well-being of teachers.

The NBTF is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups.