Description

The Local Government Labour Relations Association (LGLRA) is entering a pivotal period of transformation. Formerly a regional bargaining association, LGLRA is evolving into a provincial, member owned centre of excellence providing coordinated labour relations and expanded human resources services to local governments across British Columbia.

We are seeking an accomplished executive leader to lead this transition (“a fifty-year-old startup”) and position LGLRA as a trusted, neutral, and financially sustainable partner to municipal employers.

This is a senior leadership role with provincewide impact, supporting fair and consistent labour outcomes, protecting the public interest, and strengthening the capacity of local governments in an increasingly complex labour environment.

Reporting to a newly constituted Strategic Board, the Executive Director is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and performance of LGLRA. The role combines strategic leadership, labour relations expertise, governance acumen, and entrepreneurial skill.

The Executive Director will:

        Lead the transition from GVLRA to LGLRA, governance modernization and provincial expansion.

        Implement a hybrid operating model (base membership plus opt in, fee for service offerings).

        Oversee coordinated employer bargaining strategies and support Employer Accredited Bargaining Agent Committees (EABACs).

        Expand services beyond bargaining into HR advisory, investigations, compensation and education.

        Ensure the organization remains politically neutral, credible, and trusted by members and unions.

        Build a financially sustainable organization aligned with municipal budget realities.

This is a rare opportunity to:

        Lead a respected organization through a once in a generation transformation

        Work at the intersection of governance, labour strategy, and public value

        Influence labour relations outcomes across British Columbia

        Support fair, consistent, and sustainable public sector employment practices

        Build a modern, member driven service platform that delivers public value

Requirements

A degree in labour relations, human resources, law, public administration, or a related field

Five to seven years (5-7) years of progressive senior leadership experience, including executive level accountability, or senior LR/HR leadership with organizational-building responsibility.

Demonstrated experience building, expanding, or commercializing professional or consultancy-based services in complex public-sector or quasi-public environments.

Strong financial acumen, including experience with budgets and financial planning, financial reporting and business or service plan development.

Sound knowledge of the BC Labour Relations Code and related legislative regulatory frameworks.

Demonstrated self-management and a clear commitment to ongoing professional development.