Bilingual Grievance Officer (81), OPSEU/SEFPO
Location: Arbitrations Unit, Contract Enforcement Division, OPSEU/SEFPO Head Office, 100 Lesmill Road, Toronto, ON M3B 3P8
Reporting to: Supervisor, Arbitrations Unit
Search Type: External - Open to All Qualified Applicants
Salary: $1,994.00 to $2,215.00 per week (Range 4 - Pro-Tech)
Working Conditions: As provided in the OPSSU/OPSEU/SEFPO Collective Agreement
Principle Duties:
Represents OPSEU/SEFPO and its members as a professional litigator by preparing and presenting grievance arbitrations before administrative tribunals:
Litigation of grievances in arbitrations before Boards and Arbitrators, both in English and French
Examines witnesses, in chief and in cross-examinations
Prepares evidence, researches and applies case law, and presents arguments on behalf of grievors
Meets with LEC's, 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
Proficiency to carry out the duties and responsibilities in both English and French
Qualifications:
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
Requires intermediate PC skills and knowledge of relevant software packages
Requires tact and diplomacy skills
OPSEU/SEFPO supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ 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. All applications must be sent in either as Word documents or as a PDF.
Please advise should you require any accommodation to participate in this competition.
Applications
Complete the OPSEU/SEFPO Job Applicant Survey
Applications must be sent to competitions@opseu.org quoting "25.013 - Bilingual Grievance Officer (81), Arbitrations Unit'' by 5:00 pm {Eastern Time) on March 26, 2025.
