Labour Relations Assistant

Branch: Human Resources Branch
Section: Human Resources
Employment Type: Indeterminate
Position Linguistic Designation: Bilingual (English, French)
Position Global Linguistic Level: C1
Salary: $75,782.00 - $85,291.00 + $1,763.31 Bilingual Allowance
Union: AEU II Excluded Alliance Employees Union
Location: Ottawa Headquarters
Search Area: Internal; Membership; Public
Closing Date: 12/21/2023

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Under the direction of the Manager, Labour Relations and the guidance of the Human Resources Advisors – Labour Relations (LR Advisors), this position provides comprehensive and wide-ranging administrative services to support the LR Advisors in the administration, management, preparation and representation of Labour Relations cases in various areas. The position also provides general administrative support in the human resources section as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience

• The position requires legal administrative and secretarial knowledge and ability associated with successful completion of business and/or legal secretarial training or equivalent, normally acquired through several years of experience in providing secretarial and administrative services relevant to the duties of the position.

Knowledge

• Ability to prepare draft letters and effectively type, transcribe and edit documents.
• Proficiency in the use of a personal computer, demonstrated experience and ability to work with word processing, databases and spreadsheet software at an intermediate to advance level and experience with an e mail software.
• Demonstrated ability working with human resources information systems.
• Ability to apply various policies and collective agreements pertaining to the position’s responsibilities in the course of his/her duties.
• Strong knowledge of filing systems, both manual and computerized.
• Strong English and French written and oral communication skills are essential.
• Ability to independently organize, plan and determine work priorities in order to meet strict deadlines, in an environment with multiple and competing priorities.
• High level of initiative and good judgment in dealing with sensitive and confidential information in a diplomatic, professional and tactful manner.

Abilities

• Ability to remain calm and courteous under pressure is required to deescalate potential confrontational situations.
• Ability and willingness to contribute effectively in a team environment and to work cooperatively with others.
• General knowledge of the PSAC and its role in the labour community.
• Understanding and commitment to union principles, equity and social justice issues.
• Second language skills as per the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) level indicated above.

A full job description is available upon request.

NOTES:

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The Public Service Alliance of Canada is committed to achieving and maintaining a representative workforce that ensures the full participation and advancement of traditionally under-represented groups. Applications are encouraged from equity groups including women, racially visible persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, and two-spirit (LGBTQ2+) persons.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. For accommodation needs or to obtain a copy of the documents in alternate format, please email hractionrh@psac-afpc.com.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $75,782.00-$85,291.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person