Special Message/Correspondence Writer

Intent of the process

One term position to be staffed. Establishment of a pool of qualified candidates that will be used to staff similar positions with various tenures (full time indeterminate and determinate).

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education:

Bachelor degree from a recognized university with a specialization in communications, English studies, journalism, political science.

Degree equivalency

Experience:

Significant* experience in writing, editing, and proofreading English texts.

Experience in conducting research with computer tools and on the Internet.

*Significant will be evaluated in terms of the amount, complexity and diversity of work handled over a period of at least one year.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential
PPC-English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:

Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, syntax and punctuation.

Knowledge of editing and proofreading, as well as appropriate writing techniques and styles in English.

Abilities:

Ability to interpret documents and analyze information.

Ability to work efficiently under pressure.

Ability to communicate effectively and creatively in writing.

Ability to communicate effectively orally.

Personal Suitability:

Reliability

Team player

Judgment

Client-service orientation

Effective interpersonal relations

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Asset Knowledge:

Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of various federal government departments and agencies.

Operational Requirements:

Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance - This factor is not used at the pre-selection phase. The department is responsible for the security clearance process.

Other information

A proof of education credentials may be requested

A written examination may be administered.

An interview may be administered.

Reference checks may be sought.

Candidates must clearly demonstrate in their application how they meet the essential qualifications of the position. It is essential that sufficient information is provided that will enable the assessment board to understand the kind of position (s) occupied, the tasks performed, as well as the time period (s) in which you gained your experience. Failure to provide sufficient information will result in candidates being screened out.
Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.
Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications or the organizational needs, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.
The Public Service of Canada recognizes that the diversity of its employees' population contributes to its strength and integrity. We are committed to achieving employment equity and developing a highly capable workforce that is representative of Canadian Society. We therefore encourage women (especially in non-traditional occupations), Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups to apply and declare themselves as part of one or more of the above mentioned Employment Equity Designated Groups.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a woman, an Aboriginal person, a person with a disability or a member of a visible minority group.

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.