Labour Relations (LR) Advisor

Important messages

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:

The Federal Public Service is stronger and most effective when we reflect the diversity of the Canadian population we serve. The Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC) is dedicated to building a diverse workforce and an equitable, inclusive and accessible workplace culture. We are committed to being representative of Canadian society and ensuring that our workforce feels they belong. All candidates in the area of selection who believe they are qualified are encouraged to apply, especially equity groups like members of a racialized group, persons living with a disability, Indigenous Peoples, and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Bringing your whole self to work each day is important to us. We are genuinely interested in understanding who you are and what your identity factors are.

Accessibility:

Set yourself up for success! As the objective of this process is to assess qualifications needed for the position(s) to be staffed, it is important to us that you feel included and that you can participate without barriers. We are committed to improving accessibility in all areas of our organization and adopting a “Yes, by default” approach when necessary requirements are requested. You are encouraged to communicate your unique needs for accessibility and/or accommodation. For example, you may contact us if you need assistance in completing and submitting your application. Should you proceed to a future assessment stage, such as an exam or interview, we will send you an e-mail with additional information and you can determine if you may require an accommodation at that time (such as, but not limited to, a different test format, an adaptive technology, additional time, a new date, etc.). Assessment accommodations are designed to remove the obstacles without altering the criteria being assessed so that candidates can fully demonstrate their abilities.

Please use the contact information below to request accommodation during any phase of this assessment process. This information will be kept confidential and your right to privacy will be protected.

Duties

Do you wish to elevate your career in a supportive and impactful environment? Join us in a dynamic role where we analyze complex situations, offer innovative solutions and prioritize the best interests of our department. Join us and be part of a team that’s committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful!

We're looking for dynamic problem solvers who thrive in a positive work environment. The main duties comprise developing and nurturing rewarding relationships with clients, collaborating on intricate Labour Relations situations, managing labour relations files with professionalism and expertise; and contributing significantly to workplace wellness – while being an effective, engaged, and enthusiastic member of our high-achieving team.

We empower our Labour Relations Advisors with the essential tools and support to foster continuous learning, growth, and personal challenge. Immerse yourself in a collaborative, supportive and flexible work environment, where we prioritize both professional excellence and a vibrant, enjoyable work experience. Be part of a great team fostering collaboration across Human Resources disciplines!

Work environment

The Department:

The Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC) is a national organization that prosecutes federal offences. We offer career opportunities for prosecutors, paralegals, legal assistants, and a wide range of business professionals. Our organization consists of approximately 1000 employees in regional offices across the country.

In 2023, we updated our Mission and Values to reflect our commitment to Truth and Reconciliation as well as Equity and Inclusion. The PPSC acknowledges the realities faced by individuals subjected to systemic discrimination and the significant over-representation of racialized and Indigenous persons in the criminal justice system. The PPSC’s mission is to serve the public interest and help make Canada a safe and just society by conducting prosecutions in a manner that is equitable, objective and independent, while protecting the rights of every individual; and contributing to the change necessary to support a criminal justice system that is fair to all.

To learn more about the PPSC’s guiding mission and values, visit: https://www.ppsc-sppc.gc.ca/eng/bas/mis-mis.html.

Every PPSC employee has a role to play in creating a work environment where every person can bring their whole self to work and feel valued and empowered to contribute. Being informed and influenced by our diverse employees helps change the heart and conscience of the PPSC. As part of the larger PPSC Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (EDIA) governance structure, you can join one of five National Councils for Employees: Persons living with Disabilities, Racialized Persons, Black Persons, Indigenous Peoples, and 2SLGBTQIA+.

Intent of the process

The results of this staffing process may also be used to staff similar positions with various tenures, linguistic requirements, security requirements, and/or locations as needs arise. Other locations may include the Nunavut, Northwest Territories, and Yukon Regional Offices.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION:
- Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in human resources management, labour or industrial relations, psychology, public or business administration, organizational development, education sciences, social sciences, sociology, or in any other field relevant to the work to be performed.

Notes:
1- Indeterminate incumbents of PE positions and of positions in the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions and in Indian Oil and Gas Canada that are equivalent to PE positions on October 1, 1999, who do not possess the education level prescribed above, are deemed to meet the minimum education standard based on their education, training and/or experience. They must be accepted as having met the minimum education standard whenever this standard is called for when staffing PE positions and positions in the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions and Indian Oil and Gas Canada that are equivalent to PE positions. This note also applies to persons appointed or deployed, for an indeterminate period, to PE positions after that date as the result of staffing transactions started before October 1, 1999. The positions in the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions and in Indian Oil and Gas Canada that are equivalent to PE positions are those that meet the Treasury Board definition for the PE occupational group.
2- The courses for the specialization must be acceptable and must have been taken at a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily within a degree program in the required specialization.
3- An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience, that is comparable to a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization relevant to the work to be performed, may serve as an alternative to meet the minimum education standard. Whenever the minimum education standard is met through this alternative, it is met only for the position being staffed, and candidates must be re-assessed for future appointments or deployments where the manager has decided to use this alternative.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:

PE-02 & PE-03:

- Significant * Experience working in operational labour relations.
- Experience in managing grievances and disciplinary processes.

*Significant experience refers to the depth and breadth of experience normally acquired over a period of at least two (2) years full-time for the PE-02 stream and of at least three (3) year for the PE-03 stream.

PE-02 Only:

- Experience in participating in partnerships with internal stakeholders and bargaining agents.

PE-03 Only:

- Experience in providing operational advice and guidance to clients on human resources issues.
- Experience in establishing and maintaining partnerships with internal stakeholders and bargaining agents.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS:
The PPSC is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. We encourage candidates belonging to one or more of the following equity groups to self-declare: Indigenous peoples, persons living with a disability, members of a visible minority group, and women. Applications from those who self-declare as belonging to one of these groups could be considered first. They could also be given preference at the hiring stage.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Willingness and ability to occasionally work overtime.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:
- Knowledge of legislation, policies and trends in Public Service labour relations.

COMPETENCIES:
- Thinking Things Through
- Showing Initiative and Being Action-Oriented
- Working Effectively with Others
- Demonstrating Integrity and Respect
- Client Service Orientation
- Communication
- Business Acumen

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

On a case-by-case basis, a telework arrangement could be considered from any location in Canada.

PE-02 Rates of Pay: $77,717 to $86,260
PE-03 Rates of Pay: $87,147 to $96,864

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.