HR Manager, Faculty Relations- Faculty Relations Office - Department of Human Resources

Competition Number:
22E26
Position Type:
Staff Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Faculty Relations Office
Position:
Human Resources Manager, Faculty Relations
Contract:
Full-Time Permanent Position
Hours of Work:
37.5 hours per week
Salary:

$109,659 to $121,586 per annum

Reporting to the Director of Faculty Relations, the HR Manager of Faculty Relations is responsible for providing expert and decisive advice in support of the strategic direction of the Faculty Relations office and operational requirements in support of positive academic staff relations. Under the guidance and direction of the Director of Faculty Relations, this position will provide day-to-day management oversight and support associated with the Faculty Association collective agreements and policy administration. This includes support to academic leaders on HR related matters, including compliance of collective agreement obligations. This position is expected to monitor trends, assess risk, and identify potential changes and adjustments to 17吃瓜鈥檚 academic staff practices.

What we offer: 

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • 23 Days annual vacation plus university holidays
  • Comprehensive health and dental coverage
  • Post-retirement benefits
  • Tuition waivers 鈥� self, spouse and dependents
  • Access to the Health and Wellness Centre for staff and immediate family members
  • Professional development opportunities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

In consultation with and under the general direction of the Director of Faculty Relations, the HR Manager of Faculty Relations has the following responsibilities.

  • Provide expert advice and solutions-oriented guidance to Deans, Chairs and senior academic leaders on high-risk or precedent-setting faculty relations issues
  • Manage and support workplace investigations ensuring compliance with human rights, duty to accommodate and collective agreement obligations related to harassment, discrimination, workplace conflict and discipline
  • Support faculty collective agreements and policy administration and contribute to the development, interpretation and revisions of faculty-related policies and procedures
  • Identify and address systemic issues arising from grievances or disputes
  • Participate as an engaged member on labour management initiatives and collective bargaining processes
  • Oversee a program for process improvement and faculty development

QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent, preferably with a Human Resources, Industrial Relations or Business concentration
  • A minimum of 9 years of directly related experience in labour relations and/or human resources. Experience in post-secondary institutions will be considered an asset
  • Effective communication skills, demonstrated independent judgement and sound decision-making ability
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, planning, and analytical skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively with diverse groups
  • Supervisory experience is an asset
     
Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, 17吃瓜, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.

17吃瓜 is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. 17吃瓜 is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca. Applications will not be accepted via email.

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

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17吃瓜 encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university鈥檚 various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.