Senior Employee Relations Consultant, Capital Projects

Title of the Job: Senior Employee Relations Consultant, Capital Projects

Location: Toronto, ON

Job Description: JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 10204
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Human Resources (20000040) – Employee Relations (30000062)
Salary Information: $105,541.80 – $131,986.40
Pay Scale Group: 10S5
Employment Type: Regular
Weekly Hours: 35, Off Days: Saturday & Sunday Shift: Day
Posted On: October 18, 2024
Last Day to Apply: October 27, 2024
Reports to: Manager, Employee RelationsThe Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America’s third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan – Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC’s legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC’s new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.The full Plan canCareer OpportunityWe have a great opportunity within the Human Resources Department. We are currently hiring a Senior Employee Relations Consultant with thorough understanding of employee and labour relations practices and principles including the collective bargaining processWhat you will doReporting to the Manager of Employee Relations, you will be responsible for supporting the preparation and execution of collective bargaining, providing employee relations guidance on capital projects, and managing complex cases and projects.For capital projects, you will identify the needs for labour relations expertise across high-level initiatives and hold a pro-active role in the organization; provide ongoing strategic and confidential advice, support, and information to management including Chiefs and Managers on complex and high-level employee and labour relations matters to ensure the TTC’s compliance with legislation, policy, and collective agreements; and identify issues requiring attention and provision of strategic proposals to address such matters.You will act as lead labour relations negotiator for various projects of corporate importance; oversee and resolve complex grievances, mediations and arbitrations relating to capital projects and complex cases; update the Executive Director of People & Culture and other stakeholders on the high profile arbitrations on a regular basis; identify, develop and implement dispute resolution strategies in response to grievances, mediations, arbitrations and issues that arise from unions representing hourly-rated employees; investigate and prepare necessary information and/or participates in Step 3 grievance appeal meetings; develop, interpret, and administer Memorandums of Settlement resulting from grievance proceedings, mediations, arbitrations and wrongful dismissal actions; and negotiate arbitration settlements with leeway to act within the scope of authorized financial authority.You will also prepare documentation for signature as required by the CEO, DCEO, Chief People & Culture Officer, Executive Director of People & Culture, and Director of Employee Relations on a variety of employee and labour relations matters; interpret, evaluate and advise management on grievance arbitration awards and Ontario Labour Relations Board decisions; minimize the risk, time and costs associated with employment and labour litigation and consult with and provide information and assistance to the TTC’s legal counsel (internal and external); prepare materials and develop strategy with legal counsel and acts as the TTC representative and advisor in the presentation of cases.For collective bargaining, you will support all steps leading up to negotiations including but not limited to researching economic and bargaining trends, consulting stakeholders to ascertain and understand business goals to pursue in negotiations, participating and/or facilitating intra-organizational discussion to develop the mandate and negotiations strategy, and developing various documents related to collective bargaining. During collective bargaining, you will be required to directly participate in negotiations as a collective bargaining team member for all or some of the negotiations with the TTC’s various unions. As a team member, your responsibilities may include attending and participating in bargaining meetings, taking minutes, preparing bargaining proposal documents and agreements, and more.In addition to the above, you will be responsible for treating passengers and/or employees with respect and dignity and ensuring the needs of passengers or employees with disabilities are accommodated and/or addressed (within their area of responsibility) in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders so that they can fully benefit from the TTC as a service provider and an employer and perform related duties as assigned.What Qualifications Do You Bring

• Completion of a post-secondary education in Industrial Relations, or related field, combined with 5-7 years of directly related work experience in a union environment.
• Thorough understanding of employee and labour relations practices and principles including the collective bargaining process
• Familiarity with and ability to interpret Collective Agreements
• Ability to interpret and apply the Ontario Labour Relations Act, Ontario Human Rights Code, Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act, and other legislation and related jurisprudence
• Strong negotiation, mediation and conciliation skills
• Extensive experience consulting in an industrialized unionized environment applying a variety of labour relations principles
• Demonstrated experience in dealing with complex jurisdictional and scope related grievances
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and related software applications relevant to the work (i.e. Word, Excel, etc.)
• Sound judgement; well-developed investigative, organizational, interpersonal, time management, oral and written communication skills
• An LL.B. designation, Masters of Industrial Relations or experience in labour and employment law are definite assets
• Must have or must acquire a sound knowledge of TTC and departmental policies, procedures, practices and Collective Agreements applicable to the work performed;
• Must be willing to receive further education in related courses and seminars as required
• Must keep current on changes to legislation and government policy relating to labour and employment issues.
• Must have or rapidly acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders including disability accommodation and accessibility requirements pertaining to passengers and employ

What Skills Do You BringProvide specialized consultationManage human resourcesUse office technology, software and applicationsManage conflictUnderstand and apply relevant laws and regulationsApply analytical skillsWhat We Offer

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
• One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being.

Commitment to EDIThe TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization, and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at (416) 393-4570. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Company Name: Toronto Transit Commission

Salary: $105541.8 – 131986.4 per year

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