Head, Development Unit - Innovation Centre

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IMPORTANT MESSAGES

HOW TO APPLY
First have a look at the list of criteria that are required for the job. These are listed in the poster below as essential qualifications and other or asset qualifications. If this position interests you, you can click on the Apply online link.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU CLICK APPLY
You will be asked to answer a series of questions, submit your resume and also answer some screening questions which will allow you to demonstrate how you meet certain qualifications that are required for the job. See below for further instructions on the screening questions.

SCREENING QUESTIONS
During your application, you will be asked to answer screening questions; take the time to answer the questions with as much detail and examples as possible. Be specific about projects you’ve worked on, where (occupational title, organization), when (from, to), what was your role, what were the tasks involved, the actions taken?

Clear and concrete examples are defined as illustrations in which you fully explain the actions, considerations and steps you completed and the final outcome/results, in order to gain the experience you are describing.

Should you indicate in your responses “See my résumé”, “Yes I do”, “I have 5 years’ experience in the field”, “I acquired this experience working at XYZ Store”, “I meet this qualification” or similar statements will not be accepted. Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or missing information.

Finally, if the examples you provide speak of experience that was acquired in a team setting, please be specific as to your exact role within this team as it is your experience the board will be looking to assess and not that of your team.

Lack of concrete examples and details may result in your application being rejected.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be placed in the pool of fully qualified candidates and be considered for current or future positions/appointments. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples through your screening question answers that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

ASSET/OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
You do not need to answer the screening questions for the asset or other qualifications. However, if you meet one or more, you are strongly encouraged to answer Asset Qualifications questions in your online application. Not answering them will not result in your application being rejected, but it is noted that they may be used at any stage in the process and may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be considered for an appointment.

Interested in some tips on how to apply for this job? Check out this Treasury Board Secretariat video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GW7P3g9hhI

COMMUNICATION
All information pertaining to the invitation to tests or interviews will be sent by e-mail. Candidates who participate in this selection process must include an electronic e-mail address which accepts e-mails from unknown users (some e-mail systems block this kind of e-mail). THEREFORE, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO VERIFY YOUR E-MAIL AND/OR PSRS ACCOUNT ON A REGULAR BASIS FOR NEW COMMUNICATION REGARDING THIS SELECTION PROCESS.

Duties

The person hired for this position will be responsible for:

• Oversees the development, management and evaluation of transportation-related research activities and programs;
• Identifies potential financial and operational aspects related to research and development, undertakes a detailed analysis of alternative courses of action and their implications, addresses difficulties and problems in their execution, and devises appropriate action plans and approaches;
• Proactively pursues and cultivates regional, national, and international research and development opportunities that are consistent with Transport Canda’s mission, strategic plan and research goals;
• Provides information about research already available in various transportation policy areas, and supports or leads the development of technical papers, presentations and briefings, as required;
• Hires, supervises and evaluates the performance of research personnel;
• Works with Human Resources to recruit, staff and develop of highly qualified transportation research personnel;
• Coordinates and monitors research activities to ensure alignment with departmental and project goals and objectives;
• Reviews and interprets research studies conducted by ministries, crown corporations and other jurisdictions.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to fill one indeterminate (permanent) position.
A pool of qualified candidates may be created and may be used to fill similar positions of various tenures (permanent or temporary) within Transport Canada.

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:
Graduation with a degree from a recognized university in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, aeronautical engineering, geological engineering, naval architecture or some other engineering specialty relevant to the duties of the position.

Degree equivalency

Occupational Certification:
Eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Canada.

EXPERIENCE:

EX1: Significant* experience in planning, monitoring, implementing and evaluating an engineering or scientific studies or research, development and deployment (RD&D) projects.

EX2: Significant* experience in providing strategic engineering or scientific advice to senior management**.

EX3: Significant* experience in managing human and financial resources.***

EX4: Experience in representing a organization’s interests at meetings or consultations.

EX5: Experience in developing Memorandum to Cabinet or Treasury Board Submissions, or developing enterprise-wide strategic initiatives..

* Significant is defined as experience associated with having performed a broad range of related activities, which could normally be acquired over a period of approximately two (2) consecutive years.

** Senior management means Assistant Deputy Minister level or above (or C-Suite Executives).

*** Managing human resources is defined as activities involving assigning tasks, monitoring and evaluating performance, managing a financial responsibility centre (i.e. employees, students, contractors, casuals or working groups).

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

Bilingual - Imperative (CBC/CBC)

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:

K1: Knowledge of technologies, trends and issues related to innovation in the transportation sector.

K2: Knowledge of Canadian transportation stakeholders.

K3: Knowledge of environmental management and sustainable development issues within the transportation sector.

COMPETENCIES:

C1 :Demonstrating integrity and respect

C2: Thinking things through

C3: Working effectively with others

C4: Showing initiative and being action-oriented

ABILITIES:

A1: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

A2: Ability to communicate effectively orally.

A3: Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.

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

Asset Education:
Education

Graduation with an acceptable Master’s degree from a recognized university in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, automotive engineering or some other engineering specialty relevant to the duties of the position.

Degree equivalency

Occupational Certification:

Professional Engineering Designation

Asset Experience:

AEX1: Experience in planning, analyzing, and implementing engineering and/or scientific studies and/or R&D projects related to marine transportation.

AEX2- Experience in drafting or developing policy or regulatory products.

Transport Canada is committed to achieving a skilled, diversified workforce reflective of the Canadian population. We encourage members of the following designated groups to apply and also to self-identify: Women, Members of Visible Minority Groups, Aboriginal People, and People with Disabilities. Preference may be given to candidates who are members of an employment equity group.

Willingness and ability to work overtime.

Willingness and ability to travel nationally and internationally several times per years.

Conditions of employment

Secret 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

A written examination, an interview and a reference check may be part of the candidates' assessment.

You will be required to provide proof of your education credentials later in the process. If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. This will enable you to provide proof of Canadian equivalency when applying for a job in the public service. The Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC) assists persons who wish to obtain an assessment of their educational, professional, and occupational credentials by referring them to the appropriate organizations The CICIC can be contacted at www.cicic.ca

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.