OSSTF York Region

D16 T/OT Negotiations Committee (3 Positions)

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Job Summary:

The District 16 Teacher & Occasional Teacher Bargaining Unit is currently accepting applications for three spots on the Negotiations Committee. Please note that these positions are not full time-release positions but may include some release days during bargaining.

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The Negotiations Committee duties are assigned by the First Negotiator/Staffing Officer and can include attending Collective Bargaining Committee (CBC) meetings, assisting the First Negotiator/Staffing Officer as needed.

 

Key Competencies & Prior Experiences:

• Knowledge of our Collective Agreement

• Highly proficient organizational skills

• Experience with survey development and organizing research projects

• Expert verbatim note-taking skills

• Ability to work with members in a collaborative, supportive way

• Advanced understanding of utilizing Google Docs/Drive for organizational purposes

 

Time Commitment & Compensation:

• $425 per semester compensation

• Approximately five release days for the 2025-2026 school year

• Approximately twenty to twenty-five release days for the 2026-2027 school year

• Periodic evening meetings, occurring approximately once per month or every other month, as required

 

Selection Process & Application Deadline:

Expressions of interest are to be sent via email to Scott West, D16 T/OT DEO at scott.west@osstfd16.on.ca before Friday, February 27th at 3:00 PМ.

 

The Negotiating Committee will be elected at the T/OT Council on March 4th. Candidates will be asked to record a three minute speech to be played at Council, followed by a vote of the Council members.

 

Please contact the District 16 Office if you have any questions.