Labour Relations Officer

National Police Federation/Fédération de la Police Nationale

. Interpret and apply labour laws, collective agreements, RCMP policies, and procedures .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$114,776 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Labour Relations, including the interpretation of labour laws and collective agreements, while providing guidance and support to Members. Proficient in legal and policy research, negotiation, and effective communication to address workplace issues and grievances.

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Labour Relations ExpertiseLegal Research SkillsEffective CommunicationNegotiation SkillsPolicy Development

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Hard Skills

Labour Relations PrinciplesCollective AgreementsWorkplace PoliciesGrievance HandlingDisability ManagementWorkplace Conflict ResolutionLegal Submissions WritingPolicy InterpretationMember RepresentationRecord Keeping

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsLeadershipProblem-SolvingAdaptabilityAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeMicrosoft TeamsOutlookGalexy

Industry Keywords

Labour LawsCollective AgreementsRCMP PoliciesHuman ResourcesUnionized RepresentationWorkplace InvestigationsMental Health SupportTraining and EducationMember RightsCriminal Record Check

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Interpret and apply labour laws, collective agreements, RCMP policies, and procedures
Provide timely advice, technical guidance, representation, and procedural support to NPF Members, Local Area Representatives, and Regional Directors
Analyze Member-specific circumstances and identify issues requiring further legal or policy interpretation
Refer complex matters to Legal Counsel, LR Team Leads, Program Managers, and NPF Directors
Respond to and support critical incidents involving NPF Members
Advise Members on their rights and responsibilities during investigations by external bodies and the RCMP
Ensure Members have access to medical and mental-health support
Liaise with the Employer regarding Member support and information
Gather information and provide updates to NPF staff, Directors, and Local Area Representatives
Write legally sound or policy-driven submissions for grievances and Codes of Conduct and present them at hearings or meetings
Mentor Local Area Representatives
Negotiate and problem-solve labour issues with Employer counterparts
Conduct legal and policy research and stay current on labour-relations jurisprudence and developments
Participate in labour-relations education, coursework, conferences, online learning, meetings, and team knowledge sharing
Support training for Local Area Representatives and new Labour Relations Officers
Lead major files involving multiple Members or multiple intakes
Liaise with assigned Directors on major events
Develop policy grievances with NPF Legal for bargaining-unit-wide matters
Provide progress updates on major files
Apply the NPF Representation Policy and duty of fair representation requirements
Gather information and documentation for Member complaints
Maintain accurate records in NPF systems such as Galexy

Requirements

What you’ll need

A degree in labour relations or a related field and/or a combination of education and experience in labour relations, law enforcement, or human resources
Experience in a labour relations program, association, and/or unionized representation, primarily in areas including Career Development/Staffing, Transfer/Relocation, Workplace Conflict, Disability Management, Accommodation, Grievances, Conduct, Serious Incidents, and Harassment
Significant and recent experience representing employees experiencing workplace issues
Advanced working knowledge of labour relations principles, collective agreements, and/or workplace policies and procedures
Effective and persuasive oral and written communication skills
Ability to communicate complex topics and provide advice and guidance to Members
High proficiency with Microsoft Office productivity tools, including Teams and Outlook
Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to build professional relationships across the NPF
Ability to exercise leadership and diplomacy among diverse perspectives and priorities
Ability to adapt to changing situations, ideas, and concepts
High attention to detail
Excellent problem-solving capabilities
Ability to multitask, take initiative, be proactive, and remain flexible
Ability to work under pressure and meet continuous deadlines
Travel required 5–10 times per year
Must successfully pass a pre-employment criminal record check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package
Generous Group Benefit package including Health Care Spending and Taxable Spending Accounts
Competitive pension matching program of up to 7%
Professional development opportunities
Inclusive, passionate, and fun team environment
Starting annual leave of four weeks, increasing to five weeks after five years of employment
Flexible work hours
Positive work-life balance
Opportunities for growth with supervisor and management positions within the Labour Relations team