Labor Relations Officer (6-month term)

Canadian Association of Labour Media; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 99,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental

4 weeks vacation

Year-end time off

Job summary

The Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC) in Ottawa, ON is seeking a Labour Relations Officer for a 6-month term. The role provides advice, representation, and support on a wide range of labour relations matters, including grievances and settlements.

Under the Labour Relations Directorate, you will train stewards, manage case records, and participate in national committees while advising members in both official languages. The position is hybrid with desk sharing.

Qualifications

• University degree in labour relations or a related discipline.
• 1–3 years of progressive and related experience in labour relations.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Fluency in both official languages (French and English) is required.

Responsibilities

• Represent and advise the Institute and members in accordance with federal and provincial laws, collective agreements, policies and guidelines.
• Handle grievances, mediations, and complaints including Phoenix-related issues.
• Develop Institute positions and participate in labour-management committees and negotiations.
• Provide guidance to stewards and members; train and coach stewards as needed.
• Maintain accurate case records and contribute to knowledge sharing through reports and articles.

Skills

Bilingual English/French

Advocacy skills

Grievance handling

Interpersonal communication

Education

University degree in labour relations

1–3 years labour relations experience

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Labour Relations Officer (6-month term)

Division:Labour Relations Services
City: Ottawa, ON
Work Arrangement:Hybrid, with desk sharing
Job Term:6-month term, full-time (35 hours per week)
Eligibility:Applicant must either be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident eligible to work in Canada
Union/Non:IAM Local 3011
Competition:26-42

The Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC), a national union representing over 80,000 professionals and scientists across Canada, is seeking a bilingualLabour Relations Officerto join our team at our National Policy Office in Ottawa.

PIPSC/IPFPC is committed to building an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought - and of people - are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our goals and objectives. We are making concerted efforts to foster a workforce that is representative of our diverse membership. We strive to create a work environment that is welcoming to everyone regardless of their gender, age, religion, race, ethnicity, and nationality, particularly equity deserving groups, such as members of the IBPOC, 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and people living with disabilities.

All qualified candidates will be considered; however, in support of achieving a diversified workforce we encourage applications for this opportunity from candidates belonging to one of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Metis or Inuit), peoples of colour or persons with a disability. Consideration will be given to a qualified candidate who, at the time of application, voluntarily indicates being part of these groups.

What can I expect to do in this role?

Under the Labour Relations Directorate and the management of the Manager, National Policy Office, the Labour Relations Officer provides advice, representation, and support to the Institute, its members, and stewards on a wide range of labour relations matters. The role includes handling grievances, mediations, and complaints (including Phoenix-related issues), developing Institute positions, participating in labour-management committees, negotiating settlements, and conducting research on legislation and collective agreements.

The Officer also supports and trains stewards, maintains accurate case records, and contributes to knowledge sharing. This position requires strong knowledge of federal public service labour relations, advocacy and advisory skills, and experience in grievance handling and collective agreement interpretation. The position requires providing guidance and support to PIPSC members in both official languages, serving members nationwide and assisting bilingual or French-designated offices as needed.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Represents and advises the Institute and supports members, groups of members, and stewards in accordance with all applicable federal and provincial legislation, collective agreements, policies, directives and guidelines, and employment benefits plans.
• Advise and represent the Institute and members in formal and informal labour relations issues and processes including grievances, mediation, facilitation, complaints, and conflict coaching including on labour relations related matters.
• Required to develop an Institute position with respect to group wide issues. May participate and represent the Institute on public service wide labour management committees, national working groups, national, regional, and local committees and other fora.
• Negotiate agreements and settlements on behalf of the Institute, individual members, or groups of members on a full range of labour relations matters.
• Analyse and research jurisprudence, applicable legislation, employer policies, and collective agreements and prepare all relevant documentation and individuals for grievance and complaint processes on assigned labour relations cases.
• Provide advice, guidance, and information to the Manager and internal and external clients on relevant labour relations topics and sensitive issues.
• Provide advice and assistance to members and stewards who represent the Institute on various formal committees. Participate in the coaching and development of stewards in their roles as representatives and attend meetings when required.
• Conduct or assist in training sessions and promote positive communication, information sharing, and best practices to develop and maintain a qualified steward network.
• Ensure all relevant member case information is created, updated, and maintained in the Institute’s data management systems.
• Contribute to corporate knowledge and communications by providing articles, case summaries, and other related reports with respect to labour relations matters.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary teams assigned to special projects and work collaboratively with employees in other sections.
• May be requested to undertake other related duties as required.

Knowledge and Experience Requirements

Education / Experience:

• University degree in labour relations or a related discipline.
• One (1) to three (3) years of progressive and related experience in labour relations, or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience

Language requirement:

• Fluency in both official languages (French and English) is required

Skills and experience required:

• A thorough knowledge of the authorities governing employer / employee relations in the federal public service of Canada and other jurisdictions in which institute members are employed
• Experience in the labour relations field, in handling complaints and grievances, interpreting collective agreements and in representing individuals at grievance hearings
• Ability to advise and counsel members on their employment rights
• Strong representational and advocacy skills; demonstrated ability and experience in representing members at grievance hearings and at union management consultation meetings
• Ability to conduct interviews, meetings, information sessions and prepare reports and correspondence

Compensation Package

• Salary Range: $98,519 to $123,148 (G6)
• Group Benefits:Health, Dental
• Vacation: 4 weeks per year, plus other generous paid leave
• Paid Time Off: December 27th to 31st

Note

Preference will be given in accordance with the provisions of the Collective Agreement for the IAM Local 3011 bargaining unit.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, psychologically safe, harassment-free, and accessible work environment, starting from the recruitment process.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.