Specialist, Labour Relations (National)

Full job description
Job Requisition Id: 1+1870
Business Function: Labour Relations
Primary City: Ottawa
Other Location(s):Opportunity for partial remote work available.
Province: Ontario (CA-ON)
Employment Type: Temporary - New
Employment Status: Eighteen (18) month Temporary Assignment with the possibility of extension and/or permanenc
Language Requirement: English Essential
Employee Class and Level: CPMGA01
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy): 13/06/2025

Job Description

The Specialist, Labour Relations (National) provides, in accordance with the national policy of the Corporation, strategic advice to internal clients on issues of interpretation and application of the collective agreements in a labour intensive, mechanized, evolving and politically sensitive environment consisting of a large number of unionized employees.


Job Responsibilities

Below are the main job requirements and responsibilities for the Specialist, Labour Relations (National).


Provides specialist advice and guidance to Head Office, Area and Divisional management in the interpretation of all collective agreements, policies and procedures consistent with Corporate directives.

Assists in the determination, development and maintenance of interpretations of all collective agreements, national policies and directives within the assigned area of responsibility in a manner consistent with Corporate objectives and activities.

Provides input to Corporate National Policy Development labour relations negotiations and arbitrations, as required.

Maintains professional Labour Relations contacts within and outside Canada Post (e.g. unions, labour associations, government departments, private businesses) in order to remain current on trends and developments.

Job Responsibilities (continued)

Assists in the development of strategic positions to assist in the implementation of national changes in operations and policies.

Establishes, promotes and maintains effective working relationships with National Union Officials and union representatives.

Documents and monitors the portfolio, maintaining thorough records of activities.

Advises the Manager of potential disruptive issues and/or activities which may arise in the labour force and makes recommendations for resolution.

Qualifications

Education


Completed post-secondary, preferably in a related field such as Labour Relations.

Experience


2 to 3 years of relevant functional experience.

Other Candidate Requirements


Knowledge of labour management principles.

Ability to understand the intricacies of mail flow, and have analytical, interpretive and decision-making abilities as they pertain to work function.

Proficient computer skills and competent with Microsoft Office programs.

Strong communication, analytical, and customer service skills.

One or more years of experience in a unionized environment an asset.

Other Information
Eligibility list to be created for a period of twelve (12) months.


Employment Equity
Canada Post is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and visible minorities.


Conflict of Interest
The Conflict of Interest Policy prohibits employees from hiring, supervising or reporting to, directly or indirectly via the reporting hierarchy, their immediate family or close personal relations. Should you feel that you may be in an actual or potential Conflict of Interest in regard to this job opportunity, you must communicate with the designated Human Resources representative.


Accommodation
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Important Message
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements as Canada Post cannot make assumptions about your education and experience. We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.


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