Labour Relations Officer

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?

The AJC is currently seeking a Term Research Analyst who is interested in working in a dynamic, small team setting that promotes the value and worth of federal public service lawyers and seeks to improve their working conditions.

ABOUT THE AJC

The Association of Justice Counsel (AJC) is the bargaining agent for over 3,500 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

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, and inclusion (EDI), 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.

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 OTHER BENEFITS

• Salary: $92,056 to $132,472 (G3 2026)
• Group Benefits: Health, Dental, Life, Disability, Pension Plan
• Vacation: 4 weeks/year and other paid leave

START DATE: As soon as possible.

Submission deadline : April 16, 2026

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