About the positionWork environmentThe Administrative Tribunals Support Service of Canada (ATSSC) Legal Services Branch offers a unique opportunity to practise law in a collaborative and collegial environment. Working alongside experienced counsel and tribunal professionals, the successful candidate will be exposed to a broad range of legal issues and play a key role in supporting federal administrative tribunals. As part of the team supporting the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB), legal counsel will provide practical legal advice to the Chairperson, Vice-Chairpersons, Board Members, and external adjudicators on files involving labour relations, labour standards, and occupational health and safety in the federally-regulated sector. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the promotion of harmonious labour relations in high-profile industries across Canada.
Intent of the process The intent of this process is to staff 4 positions with various language profiles on a temporary and/or permanent basis.
A partially qualified pool will be created and may be used to staff similar positions with various linguistic requirements, classifications, tenures, locations, or security level. The pool will be primarily used to staff positions within the ATSSC but could be used by all federal organizations listed in Schedules I, IV and V of the Financial Administration Act (FAA). By applying, you consent to us sharing your application and assessment results with other government departments.
Positions to be filled 3
Important messages APPLICATION INFORMATION
When applying to this selection process, you will be asked to respond to 4 screening questions.
You will also be asked to respond to 1 question regarding the asset qualifications. Asset qualifications are not required for the position being staffed but may increase your chances at being appointed.
The ability to communicate effectively in writing will be assessed using the responses provided in your application.
As such, you must complete your application independently without external help, which includes generative artificial intelligence tools (i.e., Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini). Any violation may be investigated and result in serious consequences, including the rejection of your application.
OTHER INFORMATION
Volume management techniques may be employed at any step in the process.
Candidates must include in their application an email address and make sure that this address is always valid. Should your contact information change, it is your responsibility to notify the contact person identified in this job poster.
Applications received by email will not be accepted. If you are a person with disability preventing you from applying on-line, you can contact the Federal Public Service Job Advertisement Information Line by calling 1-800-645-5605.
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Conditions of employment Reliability Status security clearance
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Remain a member in good standing with the Law Society of one of the provinces or territories of Canada or of the Order of the Notaries in the Province of Quebec.
Operational Requirements OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Willing and able to work overtime, sometimes on short notice.
You need (essential for the job) Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following EDUCATION
EDU: A bachelor of law degree from a recognized university.
If you obtained a diploma from outside of Canada, please refer to the link below:
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OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION
OC: Eligibility for membership in the Bar of one of the provinces or territories of Canada or in the Order of Notaries in the Province of Quebec.
EXPERIENCE
EXP1: Experience in legal writing, legal research and legal analysis in the context of administrative law.
EXP2: Experience providing legal advice to management, senior lawyers, clients or judges (including administrative judges).
ABILITIES
A1: Ability to communicate effectively in writing
Applied / assessed at a later date ABILITIES
A2: Ability to analyze and summarize judgements
A3: Ability to communicate effectively orally
COMPETENCIES
C1: Attention to detail
C2: Judgment
C3: Working effectively with others
C4: Dependability
Language requirements (essential for the job) Applied / assessed at a later date Various language requirements
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You may need (asset qualifications) May be applied / assessed at a later date *The following criteria are assets. They are nice to have, but not essential for the position.
AEXP1: Experience working in an administrative tribunal or court setting.
Our commitment We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
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Equity, diversity and inclusion The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.
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PreferencePreference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.
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How to apply Learn more about applying for Government of Canada jobs .
Information you must provide We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted. Hiring organization contact Name: Krista Lachapelle-Thibault - Human Resources Specialist Advisor
Email address: Krista.Lachapelle-Thibault@tribunal.gc.ca
Name: The Recruitment Team
Email address: HRStaff-RHDot@tribunal.gc.ca
