Dedicated Union Representative offering experience in assisting with collective bargaining, resolving conflicts, advancing grievances and mediation skills. Persuasive negotiator, talented organizer and complex problem-solver.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Union Representative
MoveUP
09.2022 - 11.2023
Collective agreement administration including interpretation and enforcement
Worked with elected bargaining committees to research and develop bargaining proposals. Shared duties as spokesperson at various bargaining tables
Researched, argued and presented Stage II & III grievances, presented cases at advanced dispute resolution hearings, advanced files to mediation and arbitration, participated in various Labour Board hearings
Researched and initiated job evaluation appeals
Managed positive relationships with local officers, members, job stewards and employer representatives
Conducted various job steward and membership meetings
Able to train and develop job stewards and members and assess future leadership potential
Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
Instructor
Coast Mountain Bus Company
12.2018 - Current
Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems
Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics
Promoted classroom safety, collaboration and best practices
Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning
Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students
Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes
Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices
Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement
Education
Union Representative Training Program
MoveUP
Burnaby, BC
Labour Studies
VDLC
Vancouver
Journalism
Kwantlen College
Richmond, BC
Skills
Negotiation and bargaining
Task prioritization, time management and organizational skills
Multi-tasking
Detail oriented
Interpersonal communication
Business correspondence writing
Ability to work independently or in a team based environment