Senior Specialist - Information Systems ***MODIFICATION Intent of the process Section***

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Duties

The selected candidate will define cutting edge business solutions for data management, metadata handling, the use of computer systems, information flow and architecture. The selected candidate will participate in the deployment, security, maintenance and continual monitoring of the platform environment, and will liaise with service providers, business analysts and subject matter experts.

Work environment

The Financing, Administration, and Management Systems (FAMS) sector is characterized by its program delivery support role, particularly in terms of the administration and financial management of contribution agreements. FAMS also plays a role in reviewing business processes to optimize services to Indigenous communities. The sub-sector Management Systems is responsible for process analysis, database management and collaboration tools as well as the implementation of projects that facilitate the collection of health data.

Intent of the process

MODIFICATION ***We have one permanent position to staff*** for fall 2018. This position is located in the Quebec Region, in our Montreal office, located at 200 René-Lévesque Boulevard West. A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff similar positions with various tenures (temporary, permanent), within Indigenous Services Canada, Quebec Region. Should the selected candidate already be a public servant, the pool could also be used for acting appointments.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in computer science, information technology or in another field related to the position to be filled.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

STREAM 1
EXP1: Recent and significant experience* in analyzing, designing and integrating business solutions using a SharePoint environment.
EXP2: Recent and significant experience* in administering and configuring a SharePoint system.

STREAM 2
EXP1: Recent and significant experience* in setting up and managing MS SQL Server databases.
EXP2: Recent and significant experience* in developing reports or reporting tools with MS SQL Reporting Services.

STREAM 3
EXP1: Recent and significant experience* in administering and configuring an ArcGIS Server and ArcGIS Portal.
EXP2: Recent and significant experience* in developing GIS web applications with ArcGIS Portal or ArcGIS Online.

ALL STREAMS
EXP3: Recent and significant experience* in developing and maintaining solutions, including data management and application development.
EXP4: Experience with a data warehouse.
EXP5: Experience in providing advice, guidance or direction on processes, procedures or technological or technical requirements to team members or clients.

* Recent and significant experience is defined as the depth and breadth of experience that is normally gained within a period of three (3) years in the past five (5) years.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE

STREAM 1
K1: Advanced knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint (2010, 2013 or 2016).

STREAM 2
K2: Advanced knowledge of MS SQL Server and MS SQL Server Reporting Services (2008, 2012 or more recent versions).
K3: Advanced knowledge of MS Excel.

STREAM 3
K4: Advanced knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS Desktop, Server, Portal and Online (10.x).

ALL STREAMS
K5: Knowledge of systems development methods (logic model, physical model) used to create applications that meet customer requirements.
K6: Knowledge of the SQL language to exploit relational databases.

ABILITIES AND SKILLS

CO1: Client service orientation
CO2: Aboriginal cultural competency
CA1: Ability to communicate effectively in writing
CA2: Ability to communicate effectively orally
CA3: Ability to analyze and solve complex problems, and to define solutions
CA4: Ability to plan and organize workload and set priorities to meet tight deadlines
CA5: Ability to work effectively with First nations, Inuit or Metis

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

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS

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

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

- Be willing and able to work overtime as required.
- Be willing and able to travel as required.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

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

Please note that if you are an employee of Indigenous Services Canada, “Indigenous Services Canada” may not yet be available as a selection when indicating the organization of your substantive position in the Employee Information section of your application. Please select the department in which your position was found prior to the transition to Indigenous Services Canada, which may be either “Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada” or “Health Canada

You may be assessed using a variety of tools (e.g., online tests, written examinations, interviews, simulations, presentations, reference checks etc).

Proof of education may be requested if you are considered for a position. Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca/.

All job applications must be submitted ONLY ONLINE through the Public Service Resourcing System. Persons with disabilities who cannot apply online are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

Proof of citizenship will be requested if you are considered for a position.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

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.