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Description
Branch: Negotiations and Programs Branch
Employment Type: Indeterminate
Position Linguistic Designation: English
Salary: $115,974.00 - $130,534.00
Location: Yellowknife Regional Office
Search Area: Internal; Membership; Public
Closing Date: 04/23/2024
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 racially visible person.
Note:
- This position is eligible for a Yearly Isolated Post Allowance (IPA) for up to $26,085 for an incumbent with dependents and $18,813 for an incumbent without dependents. The allowance covers the following admissible categories: Environmental Allowance, Living Cost Differential, Fuel & Utilities Differential and Shelter Cost Differential.
- This position is also eligible for a relocation allowance.
- The Yellowknife Negotiators are under CULE, but they follow the UNIFOR 2025 Collective Agreement. The results of this process may be used for future Regional Negotiator hiring.
Responsibilities
PURPOSE OF POSITION
Under the direction of the Regional Coordinator, the Regional Negotiator acts as chief spokesperson and chair of PSAC negotiating teams for bargaining units in the federal public and private sectors, and in provincial and territorial jurisdictions and represents the PSAC in third party dispute resolution processes such as conciliation, arbitration and mediation, in the context of federal and provincial labour legislation and the PSAC Constitution, regulations and policies. The Regional 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.
Qualifications
Education/Experience
- University graduation in a field related to labour relations or extensive experience in the field of labour relations.
- Extensive experience in the field of negotiations 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 and commitment to trade union and equity principles.
A full job description is available upon request.
NOTES:
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.