Research/Analysis Officer - Post-Secondary Recruitment

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STREAMS:

A. POLICY DEVELOPMENT: Development of policy frameworks, tools, legislation and regulatory as well as the provision of analysis/options; provision of policy advice and legislative initiatives.

B. PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT: Development and integration of departmental policy, programs, strategies, approaches and processes to the transportation portfolio for senior management and/or external stakeholders.

C. REGULATORY DESIGN/ SAFETY AND SECURITY: Leadership, governance and oversight of the continuous development of regulatory process, and the management, control, promulgation and publication of regulations and standards for management, employees, Cabinet committees and the regulated community, as well as research and analysis that will continue to contribute to a safe and secure transportation system.

D. RESEARCH/ANALYSIS: Planning and management of economic, statistical and risk studies; data analysis and reporting; conducting of research and studies for internal and external stakeholders.

Duties

These positions will interest self-motivated individuals wishing to work in a dynamic team environment, seeking to make a contribution to policy and regulatory development at Transport Canada.

The employee will participate in various activities related to issues affecting the transportation sector. Responsibilities may include: conducting analytical and research work; monitoring and reporting on issues nationally and internationally; identifying and analyzing trends; developing strategies, recommendations and solutions to complex challenges; working collaboratively with team members from across the department and across-government, preparing papers, reports, briefing notes, and presentations.

Work environment

Why work at Transport Canada?

Apply today for an opportunity to join Transport Canada. We are looking for dynamic candidates that will help shape and build the Transport Canada of tomorrow.

We look forward to having you join our team where you will be encouraged to share your thoughts and innovative ideas to witness at first hand the positive impact your work has on Canadians.

Transport Canada employs approximately 5,000 talented and motivated employees working in the Atlantic, Quebec, Ontario, Prairie and Northern, Pacific regions, and at our Ottawa Headquarters. We develop policies and enforce Acts and regulations that support transportation efficiency, safety, security, environmental responsibility, and which align with global standards. Our vision is of a safe, secure, green, innovative and integrated transportation system that supports trade and economic growth, a cleaner environment and the well-being of Canada’s middle class. Our transportation agenda thrives to adopt new ways of thinking about how we deliver services and oversee the transportation system.

The majority of the positions staffed from this process are located in the National Capital Region.

Intent of the process

Staff multiple positions in the National Capital Region, and establish a pool of qualified candidates for similar future positions.

Transport Canada has revitalized their EC Developmental Program (ECDP). Some of these position might be part of the ECDP which is a Professional Development and Apprenticeship Program at Transport Canada. The ECDP aims to build a better and stronger EC talent pool and to maximize the learning, development and mobility opportunities for participants. The Program supports employees in their development up to the EC-05 level.

Positions to be filled: 25

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:

Streams A (Policy Development), B (Program Development), and C (Regulatory Design/ Safety and Security):

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization* in economics, sociology or statistics.

OR

Graduation with a degree from a post-secondary program with acceptable specialization* in social science, statistics, library/archival work or a law-related field.

*Candidates must always have a degree. The courses for the specialization must be acceptable and may have been taken at a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily within a degree program in the required specialization. The specialization may also be obtained through an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Stream D (Research/Analysis)

Master’s degree from a recognized university with acceptable specialization in economics or applied economics or statistics.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCES:

• Experience undertaking research and analyzing social or economic issues and in developing strategies or policy options;
• Experience applying theoretical techniques or research methods.

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

Various language requirements
Various: Bilingual imperative BBB/BBB, CBC/CBC, CCC/CCC, English essential, French essential.

Information on language requirements

Second Language Writing Skills Self-Assessment
In order to help you decide if you should apply to a bilingual position, an optional self-assessment of your writing skills in your second official language is available for you to take before completing your application.

For more information, please consult:
Unsupervised Internet Test of Second Language Writing Skills

KNOWLEDGE:

Stream D (Research/Analysis)
• Knowledge of the application of empirical methods in economics.
• Knowledge of economic theory and methods of analysis.

COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrating integrity and respect;
• Thinking things through;
• Working effectively with others;
• Showing initiative and being action-oriented.

ABILITIES:

• Ability to summarize and analyze complex information.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally.

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

EDUCATION:

Streams A (Policy Development), B (Program Development), and C (Regulatory Design/ Safety and Security):
Master’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a field relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:

•Experience working with various stakeholders in the public or private sectors.

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Willing and able to work overtime with short notice;
Willing and able to travel for work.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - or Secret

Other information

Candidates from outside the public service may be required to pay for travel and relocation costs associated with this selection process.

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.