Job Description

Branch:

Negotiations and Research Branch

Employment Type:

Indeterminate

Linguistic Requirement:

Bilingual (English, French)

Global Linguistic Level:

C1

Salary:

$118,293 to $133,145 + $1,498.58 (Bilingual Allowance)

Location:

Ottawa Headquarters

Category of applicants:

Internal; Membership; Public

Closing Date:

11/27/2025

Employment Equity Designation:

As a result of the PSAC Workforce and Availability Analysis and in accordance with the PSAC Employment Equity Plan, preference for this position will be give to a qualified person: Racially Visible

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, Negotiation and Research Branch, this position is responsible for developing and maintaining the PSAC Pensions and Disability Insurance Program.

What you will bring to the table:

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Education/Experience
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Knowledge and experience in the development of pension and disability insurance policies procedures and practices focusing efforts on achieving excellent work outcomes consistent with the organizational priorities and vision.

Knowledge
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The position requires demonstrated working experience with pension and employee disability insurance plans and legislation. The position requires a very good knowledge of the organizational structure and management processes of the PSAC and its Components. The position requires good computer skills and demonstrated knowledge of system applications. The position requires demonstrated problem solving, consultative, persuasive, conflict resolution skills and excellent judgment to provide sound direction and advice on pensions and disability issues to all levels of management and staff. The position requires demonstrated leadership skills including the ability to be an effective team member to create an environment that nurtures the principles and values of the Alliance. Second language skills as per the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) level indicated above.

Abilities
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The position requires the ability to interpret and apply policies, regulations, and collective agreements. The position requires the ability to work with confidential information.

Personal suitability
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The position requires tact and understanding to assist members who may be distraught or angry and the ability to determine how best to provide assistance and representations.

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"

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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.