Vacancy Status:

Existing Vacancy

Branch:

Negotiations and Research Branch (NRB)

Employment Type:

Indeterminate, Full time

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:

Ottawa, ON

Search Area:

Internal, Membership, Public

Employment Equity Designation:

As a result of the PSAC Workforce and Availability Analysis and in accordance with the PSAC Employment Equity Plan, preference for this position will be given to a qualified person from one of the following groups:

Indigenous Peoples

About the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC)

PSAC was created in 1966 and is a union that has proudly represented more than 245,000 workers across Canada and beyond. We stand up for fairness, equity, and better workplaces. We know our strength is in our people.

Headquartered in Ottawa with regional offices nationwide, PSAC has led countless successful campaigns for workers’ rights and social justice. We believe in standing together and supporting the people who make our union work every day.

For more information about our victories, please visit our website at https://psacunion.ca/

About the role

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of the Negotiations Section, the Negotiator acts as chief spokesperson and chair of PSAC negotiating teams for bargaining units in the federal public and private sectors, as well as provincial and territorial jurisdictions. This role represents the PSAC in third party dispute resolution processes such as conciliation, arbitration and mediation, in accordance with federal and provincial labour legislation, as well as PSAC's Constitution and Regulations and policies. The negotiator also provides advice and guidance to PSAC collective bargaining committees, elected officers and members on issues related to collective bargaining, including strike strategy and collective agreement interpretation.

What we are looking for

Education & Experience:

- University graduate in a field related to labour relations or extensive experience in the field of labour relations.
- Three (3)



years of recent experience negotiating collective agreements in the public and/or private sector.

Knowledge:

- Comprehensive knowledge of the process and practice of collective bargaining, including negotiating techniques, contract language development, and group dynamics;
- Comprehensive knowledge of advocacy techniques;
- Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of staff relations and pertinent legislation and regulations;
- Knowledge of the organization and structure of the federal public service, agencies and crown corporations;
- Knowledge of PSAC Constitution, Regulations, policies and objectives;
- Understanding of trade union and equity principles

Abilities:

- Second language skills as per the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) level indicated above.

Personal suitability:

- Commitment to trade union and equity principles.

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.
- A full is available on request. Please contact [email protected]

Why work with us

Should 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 perks 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.

Our commitment to employment equity

PSAC is committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of our membership and the communities we serve. That’s a workplace that includes women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. We encourage applicants to self-identify in the application process to help us maintain an inclusive workforce. All information provided will be kept confidential. You may identify with more than one group (e.g., as Indigenous, as a person with a disability, and as a woman). False declarations may result in investigation or further action.

If you need the application in an alternate format (e.g., large print) or require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at [email protected] — we’re here to help.

Ready to join the PSAC team?

Internal candidates: Indeterminate PSAC employees who meet the qualifications may request a transfer under the relevant collective agreement.

Active members of PSAC should provide their membership number to be considered at the membership level of the competition.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Due to the high volume of applications we have received, we will only be contacting those candidates who have been selected to proceed to the next stage of the hiring process.

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