Senior Consultant, Workplace Investigations, University Legal Counsel

Position Overview

University Legal Counsel is currently seeking a Full-time Limited Term Senior Consultant, Workplace Investigations for approximately 5 years.

The Senior Consultant, Workplace Investigations, is a member of the Office of Protected Disclosure & Research Integrity (PDRI) and Human Rights and reports to the Director, Operations. This position will lead and support high profile and/or complex workplace investigations.

The Senior Consultant also provides expert advice in the Employee & Labour Relations area and leads the ongoing development and improvement of programs and policies. This position exercises considerable independent discretion and is responsible for high-quality workplace investigations. Key focus of efforts will include drafting investigation terms of reference, leading managers through the investigation process, drafting reports and communicating findings to management.

Position Description

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• Consulting and investigation services.
• Provide expert recommendations/solutions related workplace investigations.
• Identify and develop required policies, procedures, and documentation related to the support staff group.
• Lead and implement program changes across the University including education and communication initiatives to the various faculties and departments.
• Provide credible expert advice and consultation, education and support to the team as well as the extended team of Human Resources, staff, and senior leaders on workplace investigation best practices.
• Foster and maintain positive and effective problem-solving relationships with the staff groups and union officials that reflects the university's commitment to a positive, interest-based, and collaborative labour relations environment.
• Participate in, grievance and arbitration settlements and other complex legal agreements.
• Work with PDRI colleagues, Human Resources, Legal Services, employees, and union officials to thoroughly investigation workplace issues, including but not limited to harassment, bullying, theft, fraud, human rights violations and other issues that impact the workplace.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of educational content and communication tools in a variety of mediums, including the facilitation of orientation and training for managers.
• Responsible for staying abreast of related legislation and jurisprudence in order to act as an expert resource to PDRI and Human Rights Office, Employee & Labour Relations, Human Resources and the university as a whole and ensure prompt and accurate service delivery.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• University degree in Industrial Relations, Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• 7-10 years of related progressive experience with demonstrated labour relations knowledge and conflict management skills.
• Experience in grievances, arbitration, quasi-judicial boards including the Alberta Labour Board.
• Expert knowledge of labour relations principles and employment legislation, regulations, and best practices in workplace investigations.
• In-depth knowledge of labour law principles and jurisprudence.
• Experience in analyzing workplace issues; formulating workplace investigation strategies; conducting interviews with complaints and respondents; preparing reports; and providing comprehensive advice to clients and management.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to be a collaborative team member and a service delivery focus.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and support the implementation of new programs and policies (including project management) with ongoing evaluation.
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• Demonstrated group facilitation skills, and ability to help groups reach a consensus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work well under pressure with minimal supervision.

Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed as they are received. This position will remain open until filled.

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

Additional Information

This position is classified in the Professional Career Band, Level 4 of the Management and Professional Staff Career Framework.

To find out more about management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Management and Staff Careers website.

The University strongly recommends all faculty and staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

About the University of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (equity@ucalgary.ca) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources (hrhire@ucalgary.ca).

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