Storesperson / Storesperson Supervisor

Important messages

APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ON-LINE

The client organization will accept applications on-line only. All job applications must therefore be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System. If you do not have Internet access, you may call 1-800-O-Canada (1-800-622-6232) or TTY 1-800-926-9105 for information on the nearest public Internet access locations.

You will be required to show how you demonstrate the essential qualifications (i.e. Education, Experience and/or Occupational Certification) for the initial screening through your resume, and in answering online screening questions. It is NOT sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Rather you must clearly demonstrate HOW, WHEN, and WHERE the qualification was met through substantiation by examples. Information on your described skills, experience, etc. provided in a cover letter or screening questions should be supported by your resume. Failure to provide the above information in the format required may result in your application being rejected from the process. Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information.

To submit an application on-line, please select the button "Apply Online" below.

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

Intent of the process

This process will be used to staff four indeterminate, full-time GS-STS-04 positions and one indeterminate, full-time GS-STS-04 C2 position. A pool of qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar positions on an indeterminate, term, deployment, assignment, secondment, acting, or casual basis.

Positions to be filled: 5

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:

• Secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in working in a warehouse.
• Experience in the operation of Material Handling Equipment and its care, including safety practices and procedures.
• Experience in using a computer terminal in an automated system.

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

Various language requirements
English Essential
Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB

Note: Other possible language requirements and profiles may be established as positions become available.

Information on language requirements

ABILITY:

• Ability to communicate effectively orally.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Ability to check and verify information.
• Ability to lift large items up to 15.9 kg (35 lbs).
• Ability to work independently.

For the Storesperson Supervisor position only:

• Ability to supervise up to five (5) employees.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

• Effective Interpersonal Relationships
• Initiative
• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Judgment

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

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION:

• Forklift Certification
• Possession of one or more of the following qualifications:
- Control of Hazmat
- Hazmat: Packaging
- Dangerous Goods

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in procurement procedures and purchasing with a government acquisition card.
• Experience in using Supply related computer software such as Defence Resource Management Information System (DRMIS) or other equivalent Supply computer programs.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge and practices involved in the use of personal protective equipment and clothing.
• Knowledge of WHMIS, Fire Safety Regulations or handling of hazardous material.
• Knowledge of loading capacities for various modes of transportation (such as flat decks, sea containers, aircraft, trucks).

ABILITY:

• Ability to use a variety of computer software for word processing and spreadsheets.
• Ability to collect and manage large amounts of data/information associated from/with multiple projects.

Organizational Needs

• In support of achieving a diversified workforce, considerations may be given to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one or more of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, Visible minorities, Women, and Persons with disabilities.

Operational Requirements

• Candidates may be required on occasion to work overtime and/or weekends.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

• Some positions may require Secret Security Clearance.
• Must be willing and able to manipulate packages up to 15.9 kg (35 lbs).
• Possession of a valid Class 5 driver’s licence issued by the province of New Brunswick or equivalent from another province.
• Must be willing and able to obtain and maintain a DND 404 Driver/Operator Permit.
• Must be willing and able to travel for training purposes (occasionally for extended periods of time).
• Must be willing and able to attend applicable trade training courses as selected and scheduled by the employer.

Other information

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

You must indicate on your application if you require a technical aid for testing or an alternative method of assessment.

Following are some of the benefits associated with applying online:

- Applicants can create a profile and a resume that can be used when applying for other processes without having to recreate a new application each time.
- Applicants can modify their application/resume at any time BEFORE the closing date indicated on the job advertisement.
- Applicants can verify the status of their applications, at any time.
- Applicants can be notified electronically of tests or interviews and
results.
- For some jobs, applicants will find important information, namely the job questionnaire and a complete statement of merit criteria that are only available when applying on-line.

Our intention is to communicate with applicants by e-mail for screening and / or assessment purposes. Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid e-mail address and make sure this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users.

Depending on the requirements of the position(s) being staffed from this process, for current or future vacancies, any or all of the asset qualifications, operational requirements, and organizational needs may be applied at the time of staffing. Candidates may be contacted and assessed against these criteria at any time during this 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.