Job Description

Branch:

Human Resources Branch

Section:

Human Resources

Employment Type:

Indeterminate

Linguistic Requirement:

Bilingual (English, French)

Global Linguistic Level:

B2

Job Band:

Band 12

Salary:

$118,293 to $133,145 + 1,798.58 (Bilingual Allowance)

Location:

Ottawa Headquarters

Category of applicants:

Internal; Membership; Public

Closing Date:

11/19/2025

Who are we?

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Founded in 1966, the Public Service Alliance of Canada represents 250,000 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 forefront of significant and successful campaigns for workplace and human rights. Learn more about our victories.

We will support your mental and physical health with:

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Flexible work arrangements (hybrid employees may have their 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 the 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. $800 per year recreation allowance.

Primary Responsibilities:

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Under the direction of the Assistant Director, the HR Advisor-Training and professional development Officer acts in partnership with PSAC management and employees to ensure the continued professional development aligned with the goals of the organization. This position is responsible for the coordination of organizational development training plans for PSAC's workforce including management and AEC.

The role of the HR Advisor - Training and Professional Development Officer is to strategically coordinate training plans for PSAC staff in alignment with PSAC mission, goals, and values, while ensuring that an equity and trauma-informed approach is integrated into training requirements. This position works with third-parties to coordinate various training as well as develop training plans that will equip PSAC staff with the knowledge, skills, and competencies to carry out work-related tasks.

The incumbent supports the ongoing, long-term improvement of employees' skills, enabling them to fulfill their potential within the organization and promote career development and succession planning.

The incumbent works collaboratively with the Equity, Inclusion and Human Rights Bureau to ensure that training plans developed for PSAC workforce are inclusive and equitable.

What you will bring to the table:

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Education/Experience
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Completion of a bachelor's degree in human resources, education or an undergraduate degree with progressive responsibility in organizational learning, management development, career management and/or succession planning. Certified Training & Development Professional Designation is considered an asset. At least 5 years of experience in Human resources organization development Experience in adult learning principles and/or popular education approaches Experience with monitoring and evaluation of training programs (e.g.: qualitative, quantitative, mixed methods). Experience in building networks with different organizations or stakeholders such as unions.

Knowledge
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Knowledge of principles and methods of organizational development. Comprehensive knowledge of union principles and of the PSAC structure, mandate, policies, constitution, regulations, governing mechanisms, collective agreements and the PSAC family structure. In depth knowledge of adult education principles and knowledge of competency-based management principles; Knowledge and understanding of processes to ensure linkage of development programs with talent management and development programs including identifying experiential learning, action learning experiences, peer coaching, mentoring and other program needs that support career growth and development for employees and leaders. Knowledge of all human resources technical functions including job analysis, recruitment/staffing, compensation, learning and development, employee orientation and diversity management. Excellent knowledge of the principles of employment equity.

Abilities
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The position requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment, cooperatively with others. The position requires the ability to safeguard political, confidential or sensitive information. The position requires the ability to communicate orally and in writing in English and French The position requires strong written and oral communication skills. The position requires advanced grammar, proofreading, editing and formatting skills.

Personal suitability
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The position requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment, cooperatively with others.

What you need to know:

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Second language level indicated above is based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Preferred candidates may have their second language skills assessed as part of the hiring process. However, valid federal government SLE results can be used toward this. 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 resume online through HRMS.

Indeterminate PSAC employees who meet the qualifications of this position can request a transfer in accordance with the relevant collective agreement by submitting an application on or before the closing date. Please upload a cover letter indicating that you are requesting a transfer as well as a resume in your candidate profile (if not previously done) and indicate "

Yes

" under "

Employment Information

".

Employment Equity at PSAC is focused on five groups: women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. If you belong to one or more of these groups, please consider responding to the voluntary employment equity section of the online application.

All individual information collected from this questionnaire will be kept strictly confidential.

In many cases, you may identify in more than one designated group. For example, you may identify yourself as an Indigenous person and a person with a disability and a woman.



False declarations will be taken seriously and may prompt an investigation or further actions, as necessary.



Please contact HRactionRH@psac-afpc.com to obtain this questionnaire in an alternate format (e.g., large print), should you need more information, or require assistance in completing this questionnaire.



For accommodation needs or to obtain a copy of the documents in alternate format, please email hractionrh@psac-afpc.com.