Union Representative – Regular

MoveUP Job Posting:
Union Representative 2 – Full Time Regular February 3, 2025

APPLICATIONS ARE HEREWITH INVITED FOR:

POSITION:
Union Representative 2 – Full Time Regular
SALARY: $5,001.83 bi-weekly

The above bi-weekly salary consists of the base rate, and the flexible hours of work premium pay.

Salary, benefits, and other additional compensation premiums are in accordance with the MoveUP/USW
2009 collective agreement.

Additionally, a condition of employment is to supply your own vehicle, also in accordance with the collective agreement. Some occasional travel within B.C. and Canada may be needed, as required.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES/CRITICAL TASKS:

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Interprets, administers and enforces collective agreements.
• Acts as spokesperson at negotiations for many different certifications that the Union holds and works with elected bargaining committees to research and develop bargaining proposals.
• Researches, argues and presents Stage II & III grievances, arbitration cases and cases at Labour Board hearings and other labour relations duties.
• Researches and takes forward job evaluation appeals.
• Researches and takes forward WCB appeals.
• Maintains good relationship with local officers and members in assigned areas. The assignment will include working with Executive Board members, Councillors and Stewards.
• Develops and works with employee committees within these units to campaign for certification by canvassing employees at home and away from the workplace about union membership.
• Mobilize workers and coordinate organizing meetings, actions and other activities.
• Establish contacts with unorganized office and professional groups and independent unions, especially in the private sector who wish to affiliate with the MoveUP.
• Able to train and assess worker union support and leadership potential for future growth.
• Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Extensive previous Union Representative/Spokesperson experience essential, as well as experience in researching, presenting and arguing grievances up to and including arbitration. Job evaluation experience and experience working with other unions/labour organizations would be an asset.
• Proven track record at the bargaining table and be immediately able to immediately assume the above duties.
• College or University degree/diploma in Labour Economics, Labour Relations, Personnel Administration, Commerce, or related Social Sciences or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Good time management, scheduling and organizational skills.
• Be able to multi-task with a strong attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills that are clearly evident both in person and over the phone
• Have demonstrated ability to be proactive and self-starting and work in a team-based environment
• Ability to take direction and work under pressure
• Demonstrated interest and/or participation in trade union activities essential

To allow for successful organizational integration, training and onboarding, and proper in-office coverage, this position requires the successful candidate to be able to work on-site in our office located in Burnaby, BC for five days a week, Monday to Friday, during the probation period. This requirement may be extended based on operational requirements.

This is an opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a creative and vibrant office environment. We offer a competitive salary, and excellent benefits.

If you are interested in this rewarding opportunity and to become part of the MoveUP team, please send your application directly to Ram Atwal in Human Resources at  by February 10, 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Due to the large volume of applications we receive, only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.

We value workforce diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Ram Atwal
Director, Human Resources and Organizational Development

MoveUP represents more than 12,000 union members at public and private sector companies in Western Canada.

MoveUP unites professionals to champion and advance the rights, dignity, and respect of all workers.

Vision

By organizing and mobilizing workers to strengthen their rights and pursue social justice, MoveUP is the union of choice.

Values

As a progressive union, we provide a supportive and respectful workplace that enables the best performance of each staff member so that together we can:

• Activate our members
• Build a more just society
• Remove barriers to inclusivity