Employee and Labour Relations Investigator (3 Positions)

P6 Professional Officer 6

Regular/full-time

Manitoba Public Service Commission

Workforce Relations, Employee & Labour Relations

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 42676

Salary(s):   P6 $72,532.00 - $88,003.00 per year

Closing Date:   April 22, 2024

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

The Public Service Commission leads the delivery of a wide range of strategic human resource services within government including: policy and program development, training and development, recruitment and selection, labour and employee relations, classification and compensation, strategic planning, supportive employment, which includes disability management and accommodations, and pay and benefits. This environment provides the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience in a wide range of human resource services, contribute to advancing the Manitoba Public Service Transformation Strategy and deliver enhanced outcomes for Manitobans.
 
As part of Workforce Relations, the Investigations Unit is an operational centre of excellence within government offering leadership, advice and support; best practices; central screening and coordination; and, oversight and training in the area of labour and employee related investigations.

The Manitoba government is recognized as one of the top employers within the province and provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package for its employees which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity and parental leave, family related leave and a defined pension plan. The Manitoba government is also committed to supporting the development of its employees through training and career development opportunities. 

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must provide and maintain a Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
• Must possess and maintain a Valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License
• Must be able to travel within Manitoba by air and ground transportation
• Must be able to work overtime as required

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Post-secondary degree in a related field (e.g. human resources, labour relations, labour law) or an equivalent combination of related education, training and experience
• Experience conducting in-depth investigations into allegations of employee misconduct
• Experience in employee and labour relations including providing advice, guidance and recommendations
• Experience interpreting and applying and administering collective agreements and related legislation
• Strong conflict resolution skills with the ability to use influence to solve problems and advance opportunities
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate complex and sensitive information to a variety of audiences
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to convey accurate, concise information in a logical, well organized and clear manner
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to develop credibility and effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and work collaboratively as part of a team
• Analytical and decision making skills with the ability to make appropriate recommendations in complex situations
• Ability to continuously improve and adapt job tasks and processes in response to organizational priorities
• Effective organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, adapt to changing priorities and meet strict deadlines
• Ability to work effectively with a high degree of independence and autonomy and take initiative

Desired:

• Experience designing and delivering training materials

Duties:
Reporting to the Manager of Employee and Labour Relations Investigations, this position is responsible for leading or participating in workplace investigations of varying complexities such as allegations of inappropriate behavior, misconduct, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, workplace violence, theft, substance abuse, falsification, or other employee misconduct or violations of policies.  The position ensures the process is objective, timely and within the provisions of the various collective agreements, legislation and policies; and makes recommendations to the employer concerning the appropriate disposition.
 

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Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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