Inventory - Regional Manager

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 specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

***ONLY APPLICATIONS RECEIVED DIRECTLY VIA JOBS.GC.CA WILL BE ACCEPTED***

Duties

Are you a self-starter, interested in working in an environment where no two days are alike? Do you enjoy taking initiative on tasks and running with them, allowing you to employ your strategic thinking and strong investigative skills? Do you get energized when you have a variety of projects on the go? Do you embrace change? Then this opportunity might be for you!

At PSPC we have the opportunity to engage with many other government departments on a number of projects and issues. Some of the widely varied files you may be involved with include supporting infrastructure development through strategic oversight on projects such as the Canadian High Arctic Rsearch Station and the Giant Mine Remediation Project. You will also provide support to communication activities, overseeing Access to Information Requests and developing briefings for senior departmental representatives. You might also participate in the development of Question Period Notes, and the analysis and synthesis of information in support of horizontal departmental initiatives and business planning.

This role will give the successful candidate opportunities to input to Branch and Regional priorities. The PSPC culture supports continuous learning and allows you to choose from numerous developmental opportunities as well as ongoing opportunities to try a variety of new things. You will also enjoy a positive workplace culture where teammates work in collaboration to accomplish common goals. You will be part of a high functioning team where change is embraced, and your new ideas and fresh perspectives will be valued.

In this role you can also build your resume by increasing your knowledge of the various programs offered at PSPC and other Government of Canada departments. You will have opportunities to engage and support senior leadership as well as partners and stakeholders from across government. PSPC Western Region geographic boundaries consist of Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Northwest Territories and Nunavut (that is 52% of Canada’s landmass!). We have nearly 600 people located in Yellowknife, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Regina, Winnipeg, Iqaluit and a number of other smaller locations.

The PSPC offices in Western Region are leading edge in workplace design. In order to increase collaboration across the large expanse of our region, we have equipped all of our staff with lightweight notebook computers with touch screens and android portable devices for cell and emails. In addition, our “tech enabled” offices have over 25 video conference rooms and terminals and use peer to peer video conference software (CISCO Movi). We have equipped most meeting and quiet rooms with screens and Bluetooth speakers for conference calls and use Clickshare for wireless presentations. These are some examples of how well we have adopted technology in our workplace. With the tools you need to work in our modern workplace, we also support flexible work arrangements such as telework. As well, an important core value that supports our team is a positive commitment to work-life balance.

Work environment

Did you know that Public Services and Procurement Canada was selected as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers for 2017? We invite you to join an organization that is committed to ensuring an inclusive workplace and respect for all!

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) helps the Government of Canada serve Canadians. With a strong focus on quality customer service, we provide innovative common services such as real estate and building management, purchasing, banking, pay and pensions, and translation to other government departments, agencies and boards. By providing these centralized services to departments and agencies, we enable them to focus on what they do best: providing their programs and services to Canadians.

As an organization, PSPC strives to give all its employees opportunities to achieve organizational, professional and personal goals in a respectful and inclusive workplace, mobilized and supported by leadership at all levels. For more information on PSPC's People Management Philosophy and Our Commitments please see the following link: http://www.tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca/apropos-about/pe-pceng.html.

Intent of the process

The intent of this innovative process is to recruit talented employees, and potentially create a pool of candidates from which either AS-05 or AS-06 positions can be staffed, depending on operational requirements.

A qualified pool of candidates may be used to staff similar positions within Public Services and Procurement Canada, with various tenures (Indeterminate, Acting,Term, Deployment, Assignment, Secondment), in locations other than those listed, with various Security requirements.

Applications will be assessed on depth and breadth, based on the position to be staffed, and the information you provide in your application and/or throughout your assessment will be used to differentiate between AS-05 and AS-06 level.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 5,000 words (maximum)

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 with acceptable specialization in Political Science, Business Management, Business Administration, Bachelor of Commerce or a field relevant to the position being staffed, OR an acceptable* combination of education, training and/or experience.

* Acceptable is roughly defined as a high school diploma and approximately two (2) years experience in the areas of providing strategic analysis, business planning and advice and recommendations to senior management within the last five (5) years. However, other combinations may be accepted depending on depth and breadth of experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
Recent and in-depth experience in at least two (2) of the following areas:
• Experience in business planning, risk management and governance.
• Experience working with stakeholders in relation to strategy development and/or issue resolution.
• Experience researching and analyzing complex issues in order to provide strategic advice and guidance to senior management.
• Experience in the writing, preparation and quality control of briefing products for senior management.
• Experience in leading small or large scale projects.
• Experience in planning and facilitating strategic and/or business planning sessions.

NOTES

1. Experience is defined as the depth and breadth of experience associated with full-time performance of duties for a period of approximately two (2) years within the last five (5).

2. Management may determine which combination (2 or more) of essential experience factors are required, based on the position being staffed from the inventory at the time. Applications which do not demonstrate the combination requested at the time will remain in the inventory for future consideration.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES:
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

COMPETENCIES:
• Values and ethics - Serving through integrity and respect
• Strategic Thinking - Innovating through analysis and ideas
• Engagement – Mobilizing people, organizations and partners
• Management Excellence – Delivering through action management, people management, financial management
• Client Service Competency (Level 2)
• Business Acumen

For more information on the Client Service Competency, please visit the following website: http://intranet.tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca/rh-hr/carriere-career/competences-competencies/sc-cs-comp-eng.html.

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

ASSET EXPERIENCE:
• Experience in organizing ministerial events.
• Experience establishing and maintaining strong departmental working relationships including with senior officials
• Experience with Access to Information and Privacy legislation.
• Experience in developing communication strategies and plans.
• Experience in HR Management*.
• Experience in Financial Management**.

*Definition of HR Management: setting goals and objectives; monitoring performance; providing feedback; establishing workloads; allocating resources; recruiting; disciplinary action; other related activity.
**Definition of Financial Management: planning; managing budgets; funding allocation; control; reporting; and other related activity.

Hiring managers using this inventory may add other asset qualifications (knowledge, abilities, competencies, personal suitabilities) relevant to the work to be performed.

Some positions may require:

• Willingness and ability to work overtime as required
• Willingness and ability 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 designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

PLEASE NOTE: For this selection process, our intention is to communicate with applicants by e-mail for screening/assessment purposes (including issuing screening results, and sending invitations for written tests and interviews). Candidates who apply on this selection process must include in their application a valid e-mail address and to make sure that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). It is the candidate’s responsibility to provide any changes to their personal information to the contact indicated on this job advertisement.

Failure to respond to communications may be construed as a withdrawal from this process.

Please note that in addition to all assessment methods, correspondence and communication in relation to this selection process may also be used to assess certain qualifications.

A written exam may be administered.

Applicants with disabilities: Should you require a technical aid or an alternative method of assessment to ensure an equitable assessment of your qualifications, please indicate so in your application.

Interviews will be conducted.

Reference checks will be conducted.

Consideration of the depth and breadth of any of the qualification may be a determining factor in the appointment process.

Experience will be evaluated against depth and breadth of activities, and the complexity and diversity of the activities. Top down consideration of experience may be used.

Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications or the organizational needs, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.

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.

PLEASE NOTE it is not sufficient to only state that the qualification is met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities.

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

PLEASE NOTE: Top-down consideration of scores at any stage of this process may be used to determine the number of qualified candidates who will be considered further in the process.
Indeterminate employees at the same group and level or equivalent may be considered for deployment. If no deployment is made, applicants from other groups and levels will be considered in the advertised appointment process.

Candidates from outside the federal public service may be required to pay for their own travel and relocation expenses.

Public service employees found qualified in this process may be considered for acting, assignment, deployment or secondment.

All job applications must be submitted through jobs-emplois.gc.ca. Do not fax, email or mail hard copy documents as these will not be accepted. To submit an application online, please click on the button "apply now".

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.