Employment Opportunity: Labour Relations Advisor, Yukon Employees Union

Are you a committed professional with a background in labour relations, passionate about protecting the rights of workers?

Yukon Employees Union is seeking a collaborative, dedicated, and highly motivated professional to join our team. Our Labour Relations Advisors provide representation, advocacy and support to the members of the Yukon Employees’ Union. They provide training and advice to members of Component and Local Executives and to Shop Stewards of the various bargaining units throughout the Yukon.

Qualifications Include:

• Post-Secondary education (degree or diploma/certificate) in a related field (Human Resources, Labour Relations, Legal Studies)
• Five years of related experience
• Labour relations and union contract and procedure expertise
• Strong knowledge of basic legal concepts, principles, and terminology
• Working knowledge of employment laws and terminology
• Demonstrated expertise in legal and corporate research techniques using both print and electronic resources
• Strong presentation and public-speaking abilities
• Knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations, and ability to interpret and comply with same.

This challenging unionized position is rewarded with a competitive salary, excellent pension, medical and dental plans, training opportunities and other benefits.

Yukon Employees' Union is committed to achieving and maintaining a representative workforce that ensures the full participation and advancement of traditionally under-represented groups. Applications are encouraged from equity groups including women, racially visible persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, and two-spirited (LGBTQ2S+) persons.

For more information, see the attached job poster below.