Business agent, labour union

Nova Scotia Union of Public & Private Employees in Dartmouth, NS is inviting applications for the position of Business agent, labour union. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join and begin duties immediately. Terms of employment: Permanent employment or Full time. The schedule involves Flexible hours shifts.

Job Description

• The candidate must administer staff consultation and grievance procedures.
• The candidate must manage contracts.
• The candidate must respond to employee questions and complaints.
• The candidate must liaise with management, union officials, and HR consultants.
• The candidate must negotiate collective agreements on behalf of employers or workers.
• The candidate must organize staff consultation and grievance procedures.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• The candidate must have 3 to less than 5 years of experience in a related field.
• The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
• The candidate must have excellent written communication skills.
• The candidate must be flexible.
• The candidate must be well-organized.
• The candidate must be a good team player.
• The candidate must be reliable.
• The candidate must have the ability to multitask.

Work Setting

• The candidate should work in associations and non-profit organizations, a legal entity organized and operated for a collective, public or social benefit.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate must have the ability to work independently.
• The candidate should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and busy environment.
• The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
• The candidate should have an eye for detail.

Security and Safety

• The candidate must be bondable.

Transportation/travel information

• The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.
• The candidate must have their own vehicle.
• The candidate must be willing to travel.

Benefits

• The candidate will receive a dental plan covering expenses for dental treatments and procedures.
• The candidate will receive a health care plan, providing coverage for medical and surgical expenses.
• The candidate will receive paramedical services coverage as part of traditional health insurance or Extended Health Care (EHC) benefits, including coverage for a variety of healthcare practitioners.
• The candidate will receive vision care benefits, covering or reducing the cost of eye exams and medical eye care.
• The candidate will receive a fuel allowance to cover gasoline expenses.
• The candidate will receive group insurance benefits from the employer, extending coverage to their dependants, including spouses, children, and parents.
• The selected candidate will receive life insurance to provide financial support to their loved ones in the event of their passing.
• The candidate will receive mileage reimbursement.
• The candidate will receive a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) that enables them to save for retirement.
• The candidate will receive long-term care insurance, covering all or part of assisted living facilities and in-home care for individuals aged 65 or older, or for those with chronic conditions requiring constant supervision.
• The candidate will receive free parking; there is no additional charge for parking on the property.
• The candidate will receive paid time off for volunteering or personal days.
• The candidate will receive a variable or compressed work week.

How to apply

Use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By email

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• Cover letter
• Answers to the following screening questions:
• Do you have experience working in this field?