Director of Investigations

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request accommodations. All information received in relation to accommodations will be kept confidential.

How to apply: Please submit your updated resume and cover letter in order to be considered. Tell us your story. Describe your experience, share your accomplishments and tell us why you are applying for the position of Director of Investigations at the Office of the Commissioner of Canada Elections.

If you are unable to submit your application before the closing date, please do not hesitate to contact Cynthia Lascelle by e-mail at .

We anticipate that interviews will be held during the week of June 18 to June 22, 2018 at 22 Eddy Street in Gatineau.

Work environment

The Commissioner of Canada Elections (CCE) plays an important role in safeguarding Canadians’ trust in the democratic process. The CCE is the independent officer responsible for ensuring compliance with, and enforcement of, the Canada Elections Act and the Referendum Act. The Commissioner is supported by approximately 30 people, including federal public servants and independent contractors. The Office of the Commissioner of Canada Elections is located at 22 Eddy Street in Gatineau, Québec.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 1,500 words (maximum) "See "important messages" for instructions."

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

Education:
- Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
- Recent* and significant** experience in relation to investigations and enforcement matters that are sensitive and complex in nature.
- Recent* experience in preparing informations to obtain (ITO) for the issuance of production orders or search warrants.
- Experience in providing advice on issues arising from investigations to investigators and to senior officials.
- Experience in providing functional direction to investigators.
- Experience in managing human and financial resources.

* Recent is defined as experience acquired within the last five (5) years.
** Significant is defined as the depth and breadth of experience normally acquired over a period of at least three (3) years.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

Asset Qualifications:
Education:
- Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a field relevant to the position being staffed such as law, police sciences, political sciences, etc.

Degree equivalency

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

Bilingual - Imperative (CCC/CCC)

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
- Knowledge of the mandate of the Office of the Commissioner of Canada Elections and of Elections Canada.
- Knowledge of evidence-gathering procedures, in particular under the Criminal Code, including applicable constitutional considerations.

Key Leadership Competencies:
- Create vision and strategy.
- Mobilize people.
- Uphold integrity and respect.
- Collaborate with partners and stakeholders.
- Promote innovation and guide change.
- Achieve results.

Abilities:
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

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

Organizational Needs:
- The organization is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. Qualified applicants who self-declare as members of a visible minority group, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and women may be selected for appointment to fulfill organizational needs.

Operational Requirements:
- Ability and willingness to work outside normal working hours which may include working evenings, nights and weekends based on operational needs.

Conditions of employment

- Secret security clearance.
- Commitment to observe strict political impartiality and neutrality for the duration of employment. Please note that this does not affect your ability to vote.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

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.