UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR
NOTICE OF TEMPORARY VACANCY
(APPROXIMATELY 24 MONTHS)
MANAGERIAL AND PROFESSIONAL
POSITION TITLE: ACADEMIC LABOUR RELATIONS BUSINESS PARTNER
DEPARTMENT: OFFICE OF THE PROVOST AND VICE-PRESIDENT, ACADEMIC
SALARY RANGE: $85,002.00 - $96,593.00
The University of Windsor is situated on the traditional territory of the Three Fires Confederacy of First Nations: the Ojibwa, the Odawa, and the Potawatomie. We respect the longstanding relationships with First Nations people in this place in the 100-mile Windsor-Essex peninsula and the straits – les détroits – of Detroit.
WHO WE ARE:
The University of Windsor (the University or UWindsor) is a globally relevant, regionally focused University that welcomes over 16,000 students in a range of comprehensive and research-intensive graduate and undergraduate programs. The University consists of eight academic faculties, which include Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Science; Human Kinetics; Education; Law; Engineering; Nursing; and Business. The UWindsor campus is home to a medical program offered by Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry. The University employs a passionate and dedicated faculty and staff, numbering approximately 2,500, of whom approximately 600 are tenured or tenure-track faculty.
The University’s unique position on an international border between Canada and the United States has contributed to its identity as a diverse university community providing rich cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities for faculty and students. The University is a key player in a wide range of distinctive industrial, entrepreneurial, and cultural activities throughout the City of Windsor and Essex County, and in an evolving network of international academic and industrial partnerships, particularly with leading American universities in Michigan.
Why Join the University of Windsor?
We are committed to creating an exceptional employee experience grounded in well-being, professional growth, and work–life balance. As a valued member of our community, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:
- Health & Dental Benefits: Extensive coverage to support preventative care and ongoing health needs.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, family matters, financial planning, and overall well-being.
- Toldo Lancer Centre Membership: Complimentary access to state-of-the-art fitness and recreation facilities on campus.
- Employee Discounts: Exclusive savings across a variety of vendor and community programs.
Join an institution that values people, purpose, and lifelong learning - and build a career where you can thrive.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reporting to the Director, Academic Labour Relations, the Academic Labour Relations Business Partner will provide proactive and client centric labour relation (LR) services. They will act as the primary liaison between the Academic Labour Relations team and the various members of the University of Windsor’s campus community, including faculty, staff, students, human resources, academic leadership, and the Windsor University Faculty Association (WUFA) and CUPE Local 4580.This role is a strategic business partner and subject matter expert in labour and employee relations for academic staff, ensuring seamless communication and timely resolution of complex labour issues.
This role supports collective bargaining, grievance resolution, the interpretation and administration of collective agreements while ensuring compliance with labour laws and institutional policies and the processing of faculty-related leaves and accommodations The Academic Labour Relations Business Partner fosters collaborative labour-management relations and maintains strong working relationships with union representatives and internal stakeholders to promote a stable positive labour environment. In addition to day-to-day support, they play a critical role in coordinating labour-related activities and processes, providing expert guidance on collective agreement interpretation, and acting as a delegate for the Director, Academic Labour Relations when required. The position supports high-stakes labour relations functions and influences the institution’s financial health, legal compliance, and operational continuity. They will use their specialized knowledge, strategic decision-making, and ability to mitigate labour risks to ensure contribution to the University's ability to attract and retain academic talent and maintain a positive labour environment.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate will possess:
- Must have a postsecondary diploma or degree in a relevant field along with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience within human resources/administrative position
- Working knowledge of HR related directives, guidelines and employment legislation to provide assistance with HR issues (ie. Ontario Labour Relations Act, Employment Standards Act, and Human Rights Code).
- Proficiency with Windows-based software applications, especially MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint and advanced knowledge of Human Resource Information Systems
- Must be adept at problem-solving, including being able to identify issues and resolve in a timely manner
- Must possess strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to recognize, respect and work effectively with individuals and groups with diverse perspectives and backgrounds
- Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships and engage in workplace culture
- Must be able to communicate clearly, both written and orally
- Must be able to effectively read and interpret information, present numerical data in a resourceful manner, and skillfully gather and analyze information
- Ability to work well under pressure and to independently prioritize and plan work activities as to use time efficiently and within tight deadlines
- Must be organized, accurate, thorough, and able to monitor work for quality
- Must be dependable and able to follow instructions
- Ability to exercise tact, discretion, and to maintain strict confidentiality
- Ability to handle complex and sensitive cases with professionalism and empathy (i.e. Medical documentation)
- Ability to work independently, but also in a team environment using a collaborative approach
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Familiarity with the university or public sector would be an asset, along with knowledge of University policies and procedures.
- Undergraduate degree in Human Resources would be preferred
- CHRP/CHRL designation
Since 1963, the University of Windsor has been a forward-looking community that comes together to study, to learn, to teach, and to serve. Our symbol is the bridge; our vista is cross-border; our commitment is local; and our impact is global. We are a dynamic, inclusive community of higher learning with roots going back more than 160 years and with a future full of promise.
We are committed to equity and supports diversity in its teaching, learning, and work environments. In pursuit of the University's Employment Equity Plan, members from the designated groups (Women, Aboriginal Peoples, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and Sexual Minorities) are encouraged to apply and to self-identify.
If you need an accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Recruitment & Workforce Coordinator (employment@uwindsor.ca). Should you require further information on accommodation, please visit the website of the Office of Human Rights, Conflict Resolution and Mediation (OHRCRM).
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in the University of Windsor, however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Applications submitted through employment agencies will not be considered.
