HSA is committed to recruiting and retaining diverse staff and encourages people who experience marginalization (including but not limited to Indigenous Peoples, racialized/people of the global majority, women, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, gender diverse, newcomers, and diverse faiths) to apply for career opportunities within our organization.WHO WE AREThe Health Sciences Association of BC (HSA) is a energetic union delivering modern health care to British Columbians. HSA represents more than 23,000 health science and community service professionals at over 265 hospitals and agencies in acute care, long‑term care and community health across the province. In addition to negotiating collective agreements for its members, HSA works to preserve and promote public health care in Canada through campaigns and affiliations.WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FORHSA is looking for an experienced individual to fill the regular, full‑time position of Labour Relations Officer (LRO) in the Classifications Department at its office in New Westminster, British Columbia.Under the general direction of the Membership Services Coordinator – Classifications, the LRO is responsible for supporting HSA stewards in the administration of the classification provisions of HSA’s collective agreements including analyzing job descriptions, negotiating directly with employers and grievance handling.



This position is also an internal resource to other staff on classification matters.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESServe as a resource to staff and members on classification issuesInterpret and administer the classification provisions of the collective agreementsProcess classification grievances at the appropriate stage of the grievance processOrganize classification project workScrutinize job descriptions and negotiate appropriate classifications with employers’ bargaining agentsApply professional criteria in evaluating the appropriate bargaining unit for a positionUse effective negotiating and communication skills, including public speaking, report and letter writingAttention to detail and have strong organizational and strategic planning abilitiesOther duties, as assignedQUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTSExtensive union experience in HSA or another union, including responsibility for representing members at higher stages of the grievance procedure. Minimum two years’ experience as a Labour Relations Officer is preferredPost‑secondary education in a health or social services field, or in an Industrial Relations program or equivalentA thorough knowledge of HSA collective agreementsKnowledge of classifications systems applicable to HSA membersKnowledge of labour and human rights legislationCommitment to trade union principlesDemonstrated advocacy and problem‑solving skillsOutstanding written and oral communications skillsHigh attention to detailThis position also requires, at times, an ability to travel within the province. Possession of a valid BC Driver’s License and vehicle is required.Salary Range:$111,079.28 to $127,932.69 based on a 36.83‑hour average work week as per the HSASU/HSA Collective Agreement. In addition to a competitive salary, HSA offers a generous total compensation package that includes extended health and dental benefits, life insurance, income protection, pension plan, wellness, and Employee Assistance programs, commuting support, and educational opportunities. Please note that eligibility is based on employment status.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Labor Relations Officer - Classifications - C$111,079.3 - C$127,932.7 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 Health Sciences Association of BC
📍 Toronto