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Reporting to the City Clerk & Licence Commissioner – Corporate Leader – Public Engagement & Human Services, this position will be responsible to ensure the effective delivery of services in the areas of labour relations and negotiations for the Corporation. Co-chair and Chair of Corporation’s Negotiating Committee when bargaining with five (5) unions and two (2) Associations and ensures the preparation of submissions for all collective bargaining; upon completion of negotiations, will prepare the Minutes of Settlement and Collective Agreements for signature by respective parties. Responds to Management, Union and external enquiries regarding appropriate matters, including the interpretation of collective agreements, legislation and Corporation policies and procedures; Will mediate/conciliate grievances, disputes between management and various unions; Review and provide direction to Management in the preparation for grievances and arbitration. Interpret collective agreement, legislation, policies and procedures and practices as they relate to grievances; will represent the Corporation by attending Arbitration hearings with legal counsel. Chairs various meetings; researches and prepares appropriate reports and correspondence, will prepare and author Council reports and attend Council meetings; Direct, manage and supervise staff in the Employee Relations Division including matters related to recruitment, training, attendance and performance appraisals; acts on behalf of the Executive Director of Human Resources when required; maintains amiable relations with the public and fellow staff. Will perform Occupational Health & Safety duties as outlined in the Corporation’s Health and Safety Program. Will perform other related duties as required.

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