Regional Negotiator, Yellowknife
About The Position
Under the direction of the Manager of Operations and Regional Negotiations, 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.
Requirements
- 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.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Represents the PSAC in third party dispute resolution processes such as conciliation, arbitration and mediation.
- 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.
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid health, dental, life, and disability insurance
- A health care spending account (HCSA)
- Up to $7,500 per year for mental health services
- Flexible work arrangements
- Defined and secure pension plan
- Three (3) weeks’ vacation to start
- Extra paid leave for appointments, moving, personal days, sick days, or whatever you need
- Professional development support
- An annual recreation allowance of $800
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
