The Association of Allied Health Professionals (AAHP)
6 Mount Carson Avenue, St. John's, NL

Closing Date: April 7th, 2025

Starting Salary: $94,085.51

Hours of Work: 75 hours bi-weekly (1,950 hours per year)

Compensation/Benefits: As per the AAHP Staff Collective Agreement

About Us

The Association of Allied Health Professionals (AAHP) is a public sector union representing a diverse membership of allied health professionals in Newfoundland and Labrador. We advocate for our members, ensuring their individual and collective rights are upheld in the workplace. We are currently seeking a Labour Relations Officer (LRO) to join our team on a temporary, full-time basis for fifteen (15) months, with the possibility of extension.

Position Overview

As our Labour Relations Officer (LRO), you will play a pivotal role in providing a full spectrum of labour relations services to support our members. You will be responsible for advocating on behalf of members, interpreting collective agreements, handling grievances, and supporting our collective bargaining. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional with a passion for labour relations and advocacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Member Representation & Advocacy: Investigate concerns and complaints, providing advice and support while interpreting collective agreements, policies, and applicable legislation.
• Grievance Handling & Dispute Resolution: Initiate, negotiate, and settle grievances; prepare for and represent members at arbitration hearings and other formal proceedings.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and maintain professional relationships with colleagues, members, employers, union representatives, and other key stakeholders.
• Collective Bargaining Support: Assist the Chief Negotiator and bargaining team in negotiations and bargaining processes.
• Legal & Policy Research: Stay informed on relevant labour laws, collective agreements, and industry best practices.
• Training & Mentorship: Facilitate workshops and mentor On-Site Representatives to enhance member engagement and workplace advocacy.
• Organizational Support: Provide expert advice to the AAHP on labour relations matters and represent the organization at employer, industry, or labour-related meetings, committees, or boards as my be requested.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: A minimum of a Bachelor's degree specializing in labour relations, human resources, law, or a related discipline.
• Experience: Three to five years of relevant experience, preferably including at least two years in an advocacy or union environment interpreting and applying collective agreements.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Skills, Knowledge & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of labour legislation, regulations, and employee/employer relations.
• Experience interpreting and applying collective agreements and handling grievance processes, arbitrations, and dispute resolution.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, advocacy, and representation skills.
• Proven ability to counsel members on employment rights, conduct investigations, and prepare reports.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to build effective relationships.
• Highly organized with strong time-management skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team.
• Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, and training abilities.

Additional Requirements & Information

• A commitment to union values and principles.
• A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle for business use (periodic travel required).
• A satisfactory Criminal Records Check as a pre-condition of employment.
• This is a unionized position covered under the AAHP Staff Collective Agreement.
• AAHP promotes progressive workplace policies, work-life balance, and offers competitive compensation and benefits, including participation in the provincial public sector pension plan.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to AAHP's Executive Director at ptoope@aahp.nf.ca by April 7th , 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.