Labour Relations Advisor

Parliamentary Protective Service
- Talent Management

Salary
$84,952 to $111,791 (under review). Annual salary is based on a 35‑hour work week.

Level
PE-04-PSA-08

Who can apply
Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents residing in the National Capital Region.

Duties
Join a dynamic labour relations team where your expertise truly makes an impact. You will provide trusted strategic advice and guidance on grievances, discipline, duty to accommodate, performance management, and the interpretation of collective agreements, directives, and policies. This role offers an opportunity to work closely with senior management, offering expert counsel on diverse and evolving matters, and to participate in collective bargaining processes.

It is a collaborative, intellectually stimulating environment that values insightful contributions to organizational outcomes.

Work environment

• Public service health, dental, and vision care insurance plans
• Public Service Pension Plan
• 35‑hour standard work week
• Minimum 4 weeks of paid vacation
• Free on‑site fitness facilities
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Flexible work schedules
• Central location in downtown Ottawa
• Proximity to O‑Train Parliament Station and major transit lines

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance – all candidates must obtain both a Site Access Clearance and a PPS Enhanced Reliability Status. Candidates will complete a personal history questionnaire, pre‑interview questionnaire, and undergo fingerprinting. The screening investigates loyalty, law‑enforcement, financial, internet, and reference checks. Candidates who do not meet the security screening requirements will be removed from the hiring process.

Education
A degree from a recognized university in a field related to the position such as human resources, industrial relations, or administration, or an acceptable combination of training, education, and/or experience related to the position.

Experiences

• E1 – Significant experience providing advice to management on complex or sensitive labour relations matters.
• E2 – Experience preparing written materials for management to support decision‑making (e.g., disciplinary reports, grievance summaries, briefing notes, fact‑finding or administrative investigation reports).
• E3 – Recent experience interpreting collective agreements and employer policies (within the last five years).
• E4 – Experience advising and guiding management on grievance processes, performance management, and disciplinary actions.
• E5 – Experience analyzing labour relations issues and developing interpretations or recommendations for senior labour relations advisors and front‑line supervisors.

Knowledge

• K1 – Knowledge and understanding of employment procedures, policies, and collective agreements.
• K2 – Strong understanding of applicable labour relations legislation, regulations, and related frameworks.

Competencies

• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Thinking Skills
• Communication
• Leadership
• Client Service Orientation

Asset experiences

• AE1 – Experience collaborating with union representatives to address and resolve workplace issues.
• AE2 – Experience in conflict resolution, negotiation, mediation, or facilitation.
• AE3 – Experience working in a security or law‑enforcement environment.
• AE4 – Experience coordinating and participating in union–management consultation meetings, including preparing meeting minutes and ensuring appropriate follow‑up actions.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applicants must be bilingual in English and French. A self‑assessment test in a second language is available before completing the application. Additional language experience may be assessed at a later date.

Our commitment

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and barrier‑free work environment, including the hiring process. If you need accommodation during any phase of evaluation, contact the hiring organization to request specialized accommodation. All accommodation information is kept confidential.

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 applicants to self‑declare if they belong to one of the designated employment equity groups.

We’d like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.