We're hiring: LABOUR RELATIONS OFFICER

LABOUR RELATIONS OFFICER

Date of Posting: August 23, 2024
Team: Representation Services
City: Ottawa, ON (hybrid – requests for telework arrangements considered)
Union: COPE Local 225
Job Term: Indeterminate Full-time (35 hours per week)
Language: Fluently Bilingual (English/French)
Application Deadline: September 13, 2024
Start Date: As soon as possible

Are you looking for an opportunity to work in labour relations on a small, dynamic team with a federal bargaining agent in the national capital region?

ABOUT THE AJC
The Association of Justice Counsel (AJC) is the bargaining agent for over 3,100 lawyers who work for the
Government of Canada, including counsel with the Department of Justice, Public Prosecution Service of
Canada, and numerous federal agencies. For more information about the AJC, please visit our website at
www.ajc-ajj.ca.

Our people form the foundation of the services we provide to our members. If you are interested in
working with a dynamic, innovative small-team that seeks to improve the working conditions of our
members, with the objective of focusing on equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility (EDIA), this may
be the opportunity for you.

ABOUT THE POSITION
In this fast-paced and member-focused position, you will work in collaboration with a small team to
provide AJC members with front-line labour relations advice and interpretation of the collective
agreement. You will represent members both informally and formally before employer officials,
including in disciplinary meetings, complaints, grievances, and mediations. You will conduct research,
draft documents (including informational tools for members and pleadings), and make oral or written
submissions. You will review employer directives, policies, and processes. You will also attend
employer-related meetings as needed.

The AJC is committed to building an inclusive and representative workplace where equity and
diversity is recognized and valued. All qualified candidates will be considered, however in support of
achieving our equity, diversity and inclusion and accessibility (EDIA) goals, we encourage candidates
to self-identify, and will prioritize Indigenous peoples (Inuit, First Nations, Métis) and Black or
racialized persons, for this opportunity.

ABOUT YOU
Experienced in labour relations or a related area, you are a collaborative team member with strong
critical thinking, advocacy, and interpersonal skills who is committed to union and equity principles, and
cares deeply about the work we do for our members.

Qualifications
Your skills and experience include:
• Degree in Industrial Relations, Law, or equivalent field from a recognized college or university,
an asset.
• A minimum of three (3) years experience in the area of labour relations and/or federal
government employee relations, or a related discipline.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated knowledge of, and experience in, interpreting and applying collective
agreements, as well as legislation and case law governing labour relations and human rights in
thefederal public service, and a union’s duty of fair representation
• Demonstrated experience in providing advice on employment rights and
responsibilities, as well as in representation, advocacy, and disputeresolution
• Demonstrated knowledge of, and experience in human rights, employment equity, labour
and employment law, occupational health and safety government policies, directives, and
processes.
Other Competencies
Your other competencies include:
• Strong communication, advocacy, and dispute resolution skills (oral and written)
• Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and relationship building skills
• Strong initiative, administration, organizational, planning and time management skills to work in
a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Emotional intelligence skills
• Strong critical thinking, research and writing skills
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to union, social justice, human rights and EDIA
principles
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple shifting
priorities and deadlines

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary: $82,080 to $118,116 (G3 2023)
Group Benefits: Health, Dental, Life, Disability, Pension Plan
Vacation: 4 weeks/year and other paid leave

HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your resume and cover letter by email to:

Association of Justice Counsel
Attn: Diana Rodrigues, Director of Corporate Services
drodrigues@ajc-ajj.ca

The AJC is committed to providing a safe, respectful, harassment and barrier-free work environment,
starting with the hiring process. If you need accommodation during any phase of this process, we
encourage you to submit a request an accommodation. All information received on accommodations
will be kept confidential.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.