Regional Grievance Officer (Hamilton), Arbitrations Unit - Title: Regional Grievance Officer (Hamilton) (78-01) - Location: Arbitrations Unit, Contract Enforcement Division, OPSEU/SEFPO Hamilton Regional Office, 505 York Blvd, 2nd Floor, Hamilton, ON, L8R 3K4 - Reporting to: Supervisor, Arbitrations Unit - Search Type: Open to all OPSEU/SEFPO members - Salary: $2,306.00 to $2,540.00 per week (Range 4 – Pro-Tech) - Working Conditions: As provided in the OPSSU/OPSEU/SEFPO Collective Agreement Principal Duties Represents OPSEU/SEFPO and its members as a skilled litigator by preparing and presenting grievance arbitrations before administrative tribunals:

- Litigation of grievances in arbitrations before Boards and Arbitrators - Examines witnesses, in chief and in cross-examinations - Prepares evidence, researches and applies case law, and presents arguments on behalf of grievors - Meets with LECs, grievors and management representatives with a view to settling grievances - Negotiates grievance settlements, and drafts settlement documents - Provides advice and representation in the enforcement of settlements - Prepares written submissions for Boards and Arbitrators as required - Guides and instructs outside counsel - Responds to inquiries regarding collective agreement interpretation - Provides advice to OPSEU/SEFPO staff and members concerning grievances, including legal principles and case law, strategy,



process and settlements as well as the merits of grievances - Co-ordinates and administrates grievances in the area of responsibility - Performs other related duties as assigned Qualifications - An undergraduate degree and five years of related work experience with demonstrated advocacy skills (or equivalent combination of education and experience) - Knowledge of labour law, collective agreement language, grievance/arbitration procedures and practices - Research and analytical skills to interpret and apply relevant collective agreements, legislation, and case law - Knowledge of OPSEU/SEFPO organization, structure and policies - Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of the labour movement and social democratic principles - Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of the principles of anti-racism, equity, diversity and inclusion - Intermediate PC skills and knowledge of relevant software packages - Tact and diplomacy skills OPSEU/SEFPO supports employment equity. Black and Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, 2SLGTBQI+ workers, and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self-identify. OPSEU/SEFPO’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers. A total of 60% or greater in the competition process must be achieved to obtain the position. Please advise should you require any accommodation to participate in this competition.

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