Supervisor, Employee & Labour Relations

by Thames Valley District School Board

Date Posted: Nov 25, 2024
Thames Valley District School Board

Job Description

The Thames Valley District School (TVDSB) is the fourth largest school board in Ontario and a major employer in one of Canada’s fastest growing regions. Our inclusive and diverse board serves 83,000 students and employes nearly 12,000 staff across the City of London, Elgin, Middlesex and Oxford Counties, Chippewas of the Thames First Nation, Munsee-Delaware Nation and Oneida Nation of the Thames. We offer competitive benefits including a pension program and comprehensive mental health and well-being support. Best of all, every role at TVDSB directly supports the success of children and families in YOUR community.

JOB TITLE: Supervisor, Employee & Labour Relations
DEPARTMENT: Organizational Support Services, Human Resources
SALARY RANGE: $90,845 - $120,139 (pending review)
HIRING RANGE:  $90,845 - $115,948 (pending review)
DATE OF VACANCY: As soon as possible
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 04, 2024

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Supervisor, Employee & Labour Relations contributes and provides direction on a broad range of labour and employee operational functions of the department in consultation with the Manager, Employee & Labour Relations as required. The incumbent leads Human Resource initiatives and will work collaboratively with all Board Administration, Leadership, Union groups and staff to ensure compliance with Collective Agreements, applicable legislation, Board policy and procedures. The Supervisor, Employee & Labour Relations supervises associated Human Resources staff on the Employee & Labour Relations team.

QUALIFICATIONS:
 
  • Completion of a four (4) year degree in Human Resources or Business Administration or a three (3) year degree combined with one (1) year post-secondary program in human resources or equivalent.
  • Professional designation (e.g., CHRL or equivalent) an asset.
  • Five (5) years of progressive Employee and Labour Relations experience in a unionized environment is required.
  • Comprehensive knowledge and experience in employee and labour relations, human resource practices and processes, negotiations, grievances/arbitrations, investigations, human rights, workplace harassment, and relevant provincial and federal legislation.
  • Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to build collaborative working relationships and provide exemplary service to a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated initiative, research, analytical, organizational, problem solving and strategic thinking skills with proven ability to influence change.


Please note it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is received by Human Resources on or before the deadline date.

The Thames Valley District School Board is committed to equity and inclusion in the recruitment of qualified staff who reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of our students and school communities. The Thames Valley District School Board seeks to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free and will provide accommodations to applicants in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please inform the Human Resources team member indicated below of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you require.

If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas or degrees assessed against Canadian education standards. This will enable you to provide proof of Canadian equivalency when applying for a job. The Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canads is a membership organization that offers fair and credible academic credential assessment services in Canada. (NOTE: This is different from translating credentials into English)


Please use the “APPLY FOR THIS POSITION” link below to submit your electronic application. Only applications submitted using this link will be considered.

A. Torchia, Staffing Specialist

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

 
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