Administrative Assistant - Communications, Education and Human Rights

Psacunion Open · verified Aug 15, 2026

Ottawa Full-time Junior Communications

Entry-level Communications role at Psacunion. Ottawa · full-time · CA$86,050–CA$96,848 base.

SalaryStated by Psacunion

CA$86,050 – CA$96,848

Base salary for this role, in CAD per year, as published in the posting.

This role, from PsacunionOur estimate for the market: CA$79,000–CA$94,000

Above the market median of CA$83,000 for entry-level communications roles in Ottawa.

Worked out from 23 postings that stated pay, median CA$83,000. Last updated Mar 10, 2026.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Prepare documents and correspondence for assigned negotiators and branch officers
Arrange travel and meetings, then process related expense claims
Support the Director’s administrative assistant and other branch staff
Format documents, slide decks, and other materials using basic graphic design skills
Keep branch administration running smoothly as part of a team

What you bring

Business or secretarial training, plus administrative or secretarial experience in a union, legal, regulatory, or comparable setting
Understanding of trade unions, PSAC’s functions and policies, collective bargaining, government procedures, and basic financial practices
Working ability with Windows, email, the Internet, Microsoft Suite programs, and Microsoft Word word-processing tasks
French and English communication ability, including strong spelling, vocabulary, and grammar
Initiative, sound judgment, organization, confidentiality, prioritization, and the ability to meet tight deadlines

Who this fits

You’ll suit this role if you support PSAC’s union principles, workers’ rights, social justice, fairness, and equity. The job is a full-time, indeterminate position in Ottawa and requires bilingual English and French capability at the stated language level. You’ll work with limited supervision while coordinating closely with the branch’s administrative team.

From the employer

Vacancy Status:

Existing Vacancy

Branch:

Communications, Education and Human Rights Branch (CEHR)

Employment Type:

Indeterminate, Full time

Position Linguistic Designation:

Bilingual (English, French)

Position Global Linguistic Level:

Classification Level:

Band 7

Annual Salary:

$86,050.00 - $96,848.00 + $2,002.23 Bilingual Bonus

Union:

Alliance Employees Union AEU II

Location:

Ottawa, ON

Search Area:

Internal, Membership, Public

About the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC)

PSAC was created in 1966 and is a union that has proudly represented more than 245,000 workers across Canada and beyond. We stand up for fairness, equity, and better workplaces. We know our strength is in our people.

Headquartered in Ottawa with regional offices nationwide, PSAC has led countless successful campaigns for workers’ rights and social justice. We believe in standing together and supporting the people who make our union work every day.

For more information about our victories, please visit our website at https://psacunion.ca/

About the role

As assigned by the Director, and under the direction of the Administrative Assistant to the Director or an Assistant Director, the Administrative Assistant provides a full range of administrative support, such as preparation of documents, correspondence, travel and meeting arrangements, and expense claim processing, for units assigned to those negotiators.
The position provides administrative support to officers within the Communications, Education and Human Rights branch and to the Administrative Assistant to the Director and, working as part of a team of administrative assistants and other staff, contributes to the effective administrative functioning of the entire Branch.

What we are looking for:

Education/Experience:

Successful completion of business and/or secretarial training, plus experience providing administrative support and/or secretarial duties in a union, legal, regulatory or similar environment.
An equivalent level of experience and education normally acquired through several years of experience in providing administrative or secretarial services relevant to the duties of the position.

Skills & Knowledge:

Knowledge of trade union role, objectives and activities, as well as an understanding of and commitment to union principles.
Good knowledge of the organization, functions and policies of the Public Service Alliance of Canada, in particular the collective bargaining process.
Some familiarity with the government, its practices and procedures.
Knowledge of basic financial procedures.
Familiarity with basic graphic design functions, in order to properly format documents, slide decks and other materials.
Proficiency in the use of a personal computer, including the ability to use Windows, e-mail and the Internet.
Familiarity with Microsoft Suites programs including spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, project management, email and communications platforms.

Abilities:

Ability to determine priorities and problem solve with minimum supervision.
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to learn new technologies, processes and regulations.
Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others in a team environment.
Written and oral English and/or French communication skills (bilingual only when it has been identified as an operational requirement).
Proficiency in spelling, vocabulary and in the application and usage of French and English grammar
Ability to effectively type, transcribe and perform other word processing functions using Microsoft Word.

Personal suitability:

High degree of initiative, good judgment, good organizational skills and the ability to work under strict deadlines.

What you need to know

Second language skills as per the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) will be assessed. Valid federal SLE results may be accepted.
A combination of education, experience, and demonstrated performance may substitute for formal academic requirements.
PSAC welcomes applications from candidates with diverse and international experience.
PSAC does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select candidates.
Interviewed candidates will be notified of the hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview.
While we appreciate every applicant’s interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
A full job description is available on request. Please contact PSACStaffing-DotationAFPC@psac-afpc.com

Why work with us

Should you share PSAC's values and commitment, recognize the significance of the labour movement, and advocate for workers' rights, PSAC extends an invitation to join our team and actively contribute to a community dedicated to social justice, fairness, equity, and the well-being of workers. Below, you will find an overview of our comprehensive rewards and benefits package:

Comprehensive group benefits — 100% employer-paid health, dental, life, and disability insurance, a health care spending account (HCSA), plus up to $7,500 per year for mental health services.
Flexible work arrangements — with dedicated workstations for hybrid staff.
Defined and secure pension plan — shared 50/50 between you and us.
Three (3) weeks’ vacation to start, plus extra paid leave for appointments, moving, personal days, sick days, or whatever you need.
Professional development support to help you grow.
An annual recreation allowance of $800 because your wellness matters.

Our commitment to employment equity

PSAC is committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of our membership and the communities we serve. That’s a workplace that includes women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

We encourage applicants to self-identify in the application process to help us maintain an inclusive workforce. All information provided will be kept confidential. You may identify with more than one group (e.g., as Indigenous, as a person with a disability, and as a woman). False declarations may result in investigation or further action.

If you need the application in an alternate format (e.g., large print) or require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at PSACStaffing-DotationAFPC@psac-afpc.com — we’re here to help.

Ready to join the PSAC team?

Internal candidates: Indeterminate PSAC employees who meet the qualifications may request a transfer under the relevant collective agreement.

Active members of PSAC should provide their membership number to be considered at the membership level of the competition.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Due to the high volume of applications we have received, we will only be contacting those candidates who have been selected to proceed to the next stage of the hiring process.