Careers

Deadline for applications: Opened until a suitable candidate is found

The Organization:

The Health Sciences Association of Alberta (HSAA) is a progressive union representing approximately 29,000 paramedical, professional, and technical members. Our staff are committed to delivering high-quality services to our members. HSAA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The position:

We are looking for one (1) permanent, full-time Labour Relations Officer. The position will be located in Calgary, reporting to the Director of Labour Relations, South.  This in-scope position will be responsible for the provision of labour relations advice and advocacy to our membership. The successful applicant may be assigned to arbitrations, facilitate workshops, provide mentorship and oversight to stewards, and may lead or assist with collective bargaining. With exposure to a broad range of activities and projects, this opportunity will support your career development and aspirations!

What you bring:

You are an energetic, values-driven individual with a minimum of three years’ experience at the intermediate level in Labour Relations, Industrial Relations, Human Resources, or related background. You have obtained a university degree, in addition to, specialized education directly related to employment law, conflict resolution, arbitrations, and negotiations. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.

Preference will be given to applicants with experience with the grievance management and/or team facilitation experience. You have a demonstrated ability to interpret collective agreement language and argue cases for the redress of workplace issues. An ability to explain contract issues utilizing various communication styles and methods is essential. You have a thorough understanding of and commitment to trade union philosophy and public healthcare. You are able to manage your time effectively, but occasionally work outside of regular business hours with the ability to travel throughout Alberta, as required. You possess a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle.

Your Core Competencies:

• Creative Problem Solving: You assess problems in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions.
• Drive for Results: You maximize resources to achieve organization goals while maintaining accountability to each other and stakeholders.
• Systems Thinking: You understand broad perspectives, set goals to meet long-term outcomes, and help others to see their role in achieving results.
• Develop Self and Others: You are committed to learning and understand the strategic importance of ongoing team development.
• Agility: You anticipate and adapt to changing priorities and environments. You are resilient in times of uncertainty.
• Develop Networks: You build connections and trust in relationships.
• Build Collaboration: You lead and contribute to conditions that support teamwork, collaboration, consistency and excellence.

What we offer:

Competitive Compensation:      $60.10-$80.45/hour; commensurate with experience

Work-Life Balance:                    35-hour work week

Learning & Development:          Internal and external training support

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter by e-mail to Human Resources at recruitment@hsaa.ca. In your cover letter, please tell us how your skills and experience align with this position. Applications may be used to fill other current and future opportunities.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those shortlisted for the position will be contacted.

Deadline for applications: Opened until a suitable candidate is found

The Organization:

The Health Sciences Association of Alberta (HSAA) is a progressive union representing approximately 30,000 paramedical, professional, and technical members. Our staff are committed to delivering high-quality services to our members. HSAA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The position:

We are looking for a full-time, temporary Communications Officer who will work out of the Edmonton office reporting to the Director, Communications & Engagement. This is a temporary position for up to 12 months. This in-scope position will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and executing member communications and media relations plans and programs. This position also supports a team of communications professionals through program leadership in executing strategic plans, work planning, content standards, approval processes and information sharing. In addition, you will be the lead on content development and responsible for developing and maintaining internal and external communications programs and procedures.

What you bring:

• You possess a post-secondary degree in a related field, such as Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or English. You have five years’ communications experience, which includes the creation of press releases, promotional materials, scripts, and related products. Equivalent education and work experience may be considered.
• You possess the ability to manage web content and leverage social media as a public relations tool in addition to your desktop publishing skills and experience in web design. You have a thorough understanding of and commitment to trade union values and public health care.
• You have sound knowledge of applicable legislation, policy, procedures, and collective agreements. Knowledge relating to the Alberta Labour Relations Board rules and procedures, and/or Elections Alberta Legislations procedures will be considered an asset.
• You are an energetic, self-motivated and organized individual with the ability to support and work collaboratively with many different stakeholders, both internal and external to HSAA.You express ideas clearly and concisely through both your writing and speech; and have a strong working knowledge of the Canadian Press style.

Your Core Competencies:

• Creative Problem Solving: You contribute ideas for how the work can be done differently to solve issues.
• Agility: You anticipate and adapt to changing priorities. You are resilient in times of uncertainty.
• Develop Networks: You build connections and trust in relationships.
• Build Collaboration: You contribute to conditions that support teamwork, collaboration, consistency and excellence.
• Systems Thinking: You understand how the work you do contributes to the overall success of the organization.
• Drive for Results: You take ownership of achieving results as an individual and as part of a team

What we offer:

Competitive Compensation:      $109,382 to $146,419, commensurate with experience

Work-Life Balance:                    35-hour work week. Flexible work schedule available.

Learning & Development:          Internal and external training support.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter by e-mail to Human Resources at recruitment@hsaa.ca. In your cover letter, please tell us how your skills and experience align with this position. Applications may be used to fill other current and future opportunities.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those shortlisted for the position will be contacted.