Vacancy Status:New Role
Branch:Representation and Legal Services Branch (RLSB)
Employment Type:Temporary (Fixed Term), Full time
Duration of Term:24 months/mois
Position Linguistic Designation:Bilingual (English, French)
Position Global Linguistic Level:B2
Classification Level: Band 12
Annual Salary: $131,687.00 - $148,221.00 + $2,002.23 Bilingual Bonus
Union: UNIFOR 2025
Location:Montréal, QC
Search Area:Internal, Membership, Public
About the roleUnder the direction of the Senior Grievance & Adjudication Officer, the position is responsible for:
- Representing the PSAC and/or members before various boards or administrative tribunals and arbitrators as well as through mediation or similar processes;
- Providing advice and guidance to Component and PSAC officers in the interpretation and application of various legislation and regulations;
- Providing interpretation of the collective agreement, and recommending or drafting changes;
- Providing advice, guidance and assistance in the preparation and presentation of grievances;
- Analyzing cases unresolved at the final level of the grievance process;
- Researching and preparing grievance cases to be presented at adjudication / arbitration and acts as advocate for the grievor;
- Negotiating grievance settlements with various employers to obviate the need for a formal hearing;
What we are looking forEducation & Experience: - Knowledge and experience in the field of labour relations with progressive responsibility in the application of labour law in the interpreting of collective agreements and legal texts and in making representation before administrative tribunals or courts of law.
Skills & Knowledge:- Knowledge of acts and regulations, policies and practices which govern the employer-employee relationship;
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of the practices and principles of the labour movement.
Abilities:- Ability to research case law, interview witnesses from various backgrounds and impart to others the meaning and effect of the language and construction of statutes, regulations and collective agreements, and to argue cases before administrative tribunals;
- Ability to plan, organize and coordinate the preparation of various cases in a dynamic and changing work environment that requires critical analytical and logical thinking to provide solutions to problems;
- Ability to innovate and take the initiative in the process of grievance resolution;
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing at a high level in English;
- Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision;
- Ability to understand, influence and serve the membership of a union.
Personal suitability:- Understanding and commitment to trade union, equity principles and social activism.
- Demonstrated ability to work with poise, to remain calm under pressure and to maintain a high level of professionalism
- Demonstrate autonomy, tact, diplomacy and discretion to handle sensitive and confidential internal labour relations information stemming from the Director's Office, at all levels of the PSAC organization and with outside organizations
- Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing demands and priorities on an ongoing basis
What you need to know:- Second language skills as per the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) level indicated above. Federal Government valid SLE results can be used toward this. Preferred candidates may have their second language skills assessed as part of the hiring process.
- Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
- While we appreciate all the candidates' interest, only those considered in the process will be contacted.
- A full job description is available upon request.
NOTES:Internal applicants should submit their résumé online through the internal career site.Indeterminate PSAC employees who meet all the qualifications of this position can request a transfer in accordance with the relevant collective agreement by uploading a cover letter indicating it is a transfer request, on or before the closing date. Please also upload a resume in your candidate profile (if not previously done) and indicate "
Yes" under "
Employment Information", in your candidate profile when requesting a transfer.
What you need to know- Second language skills as per the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) will be assessed. Valid federal SLE results may be accepted.
- A combination of education, experience, and demonstrated performance may substitute for formal academic requirements.
- PSAC welcomes applications from candidates with diverse and international experience.
- PSAC does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select candidates.
- Interviewed candidates will be notified of the hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview.
- While we appreciate every applicant's interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Why work with usShould you share PSAC's values and commitment, recognize the significance of the labour movement, and advocate for workers' rights, PSAC extends an invitation to join our team and actively contribute to a community dedicated to social justice, fairness, equity, and the well-being of workers. Below, you will find an overview of our comprehensive rewards and benefits package:
- Comprehensive group benefits - 100% employer-paid health, dental, life, and disability insurance, a health care spending account (HCSA), plus up to $7,500 per year for mental health services.
- Flexible work arrangements - with dedicated workstations for hybrid staff.
- Defined and secure pension plan - shared 50/50 between you and us.
- Three (3) weeks' vacation to start, plus extra paid leave for appointments, moving, personal days, sick days, or whatever you need.
- Professional development support to help you grow.
- An annual recreation allowance of $800 because your wellness matters.
