What You Need to Note:

The results of this process may be used to staff future positions with similar qualifications and various tenures including term, acting, assignment and indeterminate.

Who can apply? Persons employed by the Federal Government of Canada The CNSC recognizes the many benefits of providing staff with more flexible work practices. The CNSC enables employees to manage their work while fostering a culture of inclusion, health and wellbeing and delivering high-quality regulatory outcomes for Canadians.

Within the flexible work model, CNSC employees are currently expected to work in-person for at least 25% of their normal schedule depending on the operational requirements and duties of the position.

Applicants must reside or be willing to relocate to the National Capital Region (NCR). Relocation assistance may be offered to a successful candidate residing outside of the National Capital Region.

The CNSC is dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects Canada’s population. We value and respect individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, socio-economic backgrounds, and lived experiences. We recognize that individuals may identify with more than one designated group.

Employment equity is an key organizational priority and may be applied at any stage of this appointment process. If applied, preference may be given to candidates who have self-identified as members of one or more of the four designated employment equity groups: Persons with Disabilities, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis), Members of Visible Minorities, or Women. Self-identification is voluntary, confidential and used solely to support Employment Equity objectives.

We encourage members of any designated group to self-identify.

We welcome all qualified candidates to apply. If you have a special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. All information pertaining to accommodation requests will be kept confidential. “

This process is available in both official languages. Please indicate your preferred language for communication.

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Why work here?

At the CNSC, we work hard to create an environment where employees feel supported and heard, by management and their peers alike.

We also provide benefits like:

- Bilingual bonus up to $1,200 per year, if eligible
- Minimum 15 days of annual leave per year
- Market-competitive salary and benefit package
- Growth and the possibility for internal career opportunities
- Robust support for employee wellness and mental health
- Subject to eligibility and change, appointees to REG6 level may be eligible to receive an annual lump sum payment of up to five thousand dollars (Currently under review)

For more information about the CNSC, visit nuclearsafety.gc.ca Who you are?

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Labour Relations Officer to join our team. The successful candidate is a trusted labour relations professional who brings sound judgement, strategic thinking, and a robust client-service orientation. They are skilled at navigating complex and sensitive workplace issues, building productive relationships, and influencing positive outcomes.

Through actively listening, thoughtful inquiries to gain a thorough understanding of issues, they provide practical, risk-based advice that supports both operational objectives and employee well-being.

What you'll do





- Provide strategic labour relations advice and guidance to management with respect to the terms and conditions of employment, grievance procedure, prevention of harassment, discipline, duty to accommodate, performance and other workplace issues
- Develop and implement Labour Relations policies, guidelines, and procedures and tools to support effective people management and compliance with legislative and policy requirements.
- Lead and manage all aspects of the grievance process, including case analysis, resolution strategies, representation, and the provision of recommendations.
- Provide expert advice on labour relations legislation, collective agreements, policies, management responsibilities, established practices, and relevant jurisprudence.
- Support organizational change initiatives by providing labour relations advice, identifying potential risks, and developing proactive mitigation strategies.
- Support management in fostering productive and respectful labour-management relationships and maintaining a positive workplace culture.

As CNSC’s labour relations subject matter expert, the incumbent provides functional guidance and support on complex labour relations matters. This position serves as a key resource to management, Human Resources Advisors, the Human Resources Business Partner, and plays a lead role in the development and implementation, and administers labour relations programs, policies, and initiatives that support organizational and people-management objectives.

Essential Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree from a recognized university with specialization in human resources, management, public or business administration or an acceptable combination of relevant education and experience

Language Requirements:

Bilingual imperative with proficiency at CBC level. If you are unsure of your proficiency level, we encourage you to self-assess here

Experience:

- Significant experience providing strategic labour relations advice and guidance on a broad range of workplace issues in an operational environment, including grievance management, duty to accommodate, performance management, and conflict resolution.
- Significant experience managing complex complaints and workplace issues and complaints, including conducting detailed analysis of relevant facts, evidence, assessing risk, contextual information, and recommending appropriate courses of action.
- Leading administrative investigations, including planning investigative approaches, conducting interviews, assessing evidence, preparing reports, and providing recommendations to management.
- Interpreting and applying legislation, collective agreements, policies, directives, and procedures to support sound decision-making.
- Preparing and delivering recommendations, briefing materials, and presentations to management at all levels.
- Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with management, union representatives, and other interest holders to support constructive labour-management relations.

Knowledge of:

- Labour relations legislation, policies, collective agreements, and emerging trends in labour relations and administrative law jurisprudence.
- Labour relations functions and practices, including grievances, discipline, performance management,



duty to accommodate, workplace conflict resolution, and administrative investigations.
- Redress mechanisms and dispute resolution processes under the Federal Public Sector Labour Relations Act, the Canadian Human Rights Act, and related legislation.
- Principles of procedural fairness, evidence assessment, and administrative investigations.

Ability to:

- Communicate clearly and concisely in English and French, both orally and in writing, including the ability to adapt messaging, style, and approach to suit the audience and situation.

Technical competencies:

- Business acumen
- Client orientation
- Strategic thinking
- Analytical thinking
- Communication

Key Competencies: The following "Key Behavioural Competencies" define the behaviours expected of all CNSC employees. These competencies serve as the basis for the selection, performance management, development and recognition of CNSC employees and will form part of the evaluation of this process.

- Live it - Model the CNSC values
- Own it - Be Accountable & Achieve Results
- Build it - Collaborate Effectively with Others
- Learn it - Commit to your Qualified Growth & Personal Leadership

For more information on CNSC’s Key Behavioural Competencies go to the following link: http://www.nuclearsafety.gc.ca/eng/about-us/careers-at-cnsc/key-behavioral-competencies.cfm

Asset Qualification:

- Experience working in a Regulatory/science-based organization
- Professional HR designation (e.g., CHRP)
- Experience in mediating or influencing outcomes to workplace conflicts or disputes
- Experience leading and supporting labour relations projects and initiatives
- Experience in preparing cases for review by third party jurisdictions such as, but not limited to:, Provincial or Federal Human Rights Commissions, and Grievance Arbitration or Adjudication Boards/Tribunals

Operational Needs: All CNSC staff are subject to the Mobility Directive.

Overtime: Overtime may be required.

Submitting an Application:

Submit the following by the closing date, for our initial screening of candidates.

1. We wantt o read your resume! Please include your contact information so we can reach you.
2. We want to hear from you! Please submit a cover letter clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications for this position, and when and how you acquired them.

Important to Note: You cannot save your application in progress, so please be prepared to complete your entire application and all screening questions during one session. For this reason, we recommend saving your answers in a text editing application, and then copy-paste them into your job application. To expedite the recruitment process, you are also encouraged to provide:

1. A scanned copy of your transcript, diploma, or certificate as proof of education
2. A scanned copy of your SLE results.

Asset qualifications and organizational needs may also be used for screening or to determine the right fit for the position. Essential qualifications and hiring conditions must be met before an appointment is made. We thank all those who apply. We will contact only those whose qualifications are the most relevant.

Additional Notes:

Please visit our How to Prepare page for more information and helpful tips.

Contact Information:

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact [email protected] or call 1-(phone hidden) Monday to Friday 8 am to 8 pm, EST (except statutory holidays).

If you have questions about this job posting, please contact HR Staffing / RH Dotation (CNSC/CCSN).

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