Job Opportunities in Canada


September 13, 2024

Public Service Alliance of Canada

Yellowknife


Regional Representative, Yellowknife

Branch: Regional Offices Branch
Employment Type: Indeterminate
Position Linguistic Designation: English
Salary: $118,292.99 - $133,145.00
Location: Yellowknife Regional Office
Search Area: Internal; Membership; Public
Closing Date: 09/27/2024
Employment Equity Designation: As a result of the PSAC Workforce and Availability Analysis and in accordance with the PSAC Employment Equity Plan, the successful candidate for this appointment will be a qualified person from one of the following groups Women or Racially visible persons.

Who are we?
Founded in 1966, The Public Service Alliance of Canada is the union that represents over 230,000 workers in every province and territory in Canada and in locations around the world. PSAC is headquartered in Ottawa with regional offices across the country. PSAC strives to enhance its members’ quality of life and has been at the front of significant and successful campaigns for workplace and human rights; Learn more about our victories.
We will support your mental and physical health with:
  • Flexible work arrangements. Hybrid employees may have own dedicated workstations.
  • Group Benefits (Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Employee and Family Assistance), such as $7,500 for mental health professionals, that are 100% paid by employer.
  • Defined Benefit Pension Plan (50/50 contribution from you and us).
  • Three weeks' vacation to start, plus extra paid leave to support your wellness.
  • Generous support for your professional growth and career development.
  • Recreation allowance of $800 per year.
Primary Responsibilities:
Under the general supervision of the Regional Coordinator and as part of a regional team that includes other regional office staff, the Regional Council, and regional union bodies such as Area Councils, the Regional Representative builds the union and fosters membership solidarity by delivering union programs and services in the region.
What you will bring to the table:
Education/Experience
  • Significant experience in the labour and/or social justice movement.
Knowledge
  • Knowledge of union and social issues;
  • Knowledge of the political and operational structure of the PSAC;
  • Familiarity with basic computer technology.
Abilities
  • Ability to demonstrate their commitment to union principles and social justice;
  • Ability to analyze, apply, explain, and interpret collective agreements, employment legislation, and employer policies and directives;
  • Ability to inspire, motivate, and organize groups to achieve collective goals and objectives;
  • Ability to design and facilitate union education courses according to the principles and practices of popular education;
  • Ability to develop union education materials;
  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English with workers in a variety of occupations and backgrounds;
  • Ability to create and bring strategic plans to fruition;
  • Good problem solving and conflict resolution skills;
  • Teamwork and leadership are required under circumstances that are often stressful and politically sensitive.
Personal suitability
  • High degree of self motivation and initiative is expected;
  • Good judgment.
What you need to know:
  • Second language skills as per the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) level indicated above. Federal Government valid SLE results can be used toward this. Preferred candidates may have their second language skills assessed as part of the hiring process.
  • Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
  • While we appreciate all the candidates’ interest, only those considered in the process will be contacted.
  • A full job description is available upon request.
NOTES:

Internal applicants should submit their résumé online through the internal career site.
The Public Service Alliance of Canada is committed to achieving and maintaining a representative workforce that ensures the full participation and advancement of traditionally under-represented groups. Applications are encouraged from equity groups including women, racially visible persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Non-binary, Queer, Intersex, Indigiqueer, Asexual, Pansexual, Another identity and more (2SLGBTQIA+) persons.


Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. For accommodation needs or to obtain a copy of the documents in alternate format, please email hractionrh@psac-afpc.com.

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