Analyst, Socio-Economic Information / Policy Analyst - Economic Policy Analyst

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Assessment accommodation

A covering letter and resume must be submitted when applying for this selection process.

The candidate must submit a cover letter that clearly explains and substantiates, in detail, how you meet each of the essential and asset qualifications (for education and experience) for the position which you are applying.

Please note that stating these qualifications have been met, or listing past or current responsibilities do not represent adequate substantiation. Please use the wording of each requirement as a header and then write one or two paragraphs for each explaining how, where and when (M-Y to M-Y) you obtained the experience.

The resume will be considered a secondary source which could be used to validate the education and experience described in the cover letter. Failure to provide this information in the requested format may result in your application being rejected.

Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information.

A pass mark will be established for each essential qualification.

Candidates must meet each essential criterion for appointment to the position. Other criteria may be used as a deciding factor in choosing the person to be selected. A candidate may be appointed even though he/she does not match any or all of the asset qualifications, organizational requirements, or operational needs. However, meeting these criteria is desirable and may be used as a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed.

Your application will be used to assess the essential and other qualifications for this position. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each requirement. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

Complete the screening questions on the Public Service Resourcing System application website. This tool will be used to assess the essential education and essential experience qualifications. If you do not fully complete the screening questions as instructed, you may be screened out. DETAILED RESPONSES TO THE SCREENING QUESTIONS IN THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ADDITION TO YOUR RESUME.

Intent of the process

**Anticipatory**

EC-04 and EC-05 pools of qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff positions in the Strategic Services Branch of Service Canada in Vancouver, Edmonton, Regina or Winnipeg.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 1,250 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 economics, sociology or statistics.

Notes:
1. Candidates must always have a degree. The courses for the specialization must be acceptable and may have been taken at a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily within a degree program in the required specialization. The specialization may also be obtained through an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.
2. An indeterminate incumbent of a former ES position on June 30, 1967 who became an EC on June 22, 2009, who does not possess the minimum level of education as indicated above is deemed to meet this minimum educational standard based on his/her education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

EC-04 POSITION

EXP1 – Significant Experience* in writing a variety of documents (e.g. briefing notes, policy papers, PowerPoint presentations, research and summary reports) to brief management (manager level or above) utilizing both qualitative and quantitative methodologies.

EXP2 – Significant Experience* in developing active, collaborative, and constructive working relationships with partners, clients, stakeholders or various levels of government.

EXP3 – Significant Experience* in analyzing broad socio-economic program/policy issues (e.g. labour market, social problems such as housing/homelessness, indigenous, workforce, economic trends).

**Significant experience is defined as depth and breadth of knowledge gained working on a wide range of activities associated with the performance of the duties normally gained with at least 24 consecutive months of experience.

EC-05 POSITION

EXP1 – Significant Experience** in writing a variety of documents (e.g. briefing notes, policy papers, PowerPoint presentations, research and summary reports) to brief management (manager level or above) utilizing both qualitative and quantitative methodologies.

EXP2 – Significant Experience** in developing collaborative working relationships with partners, clients, stakeholders or various levels of government.

EXP3 – Significant Experience** in providing strategic advice, business solutions and recommendations to management (manager level or above).

**Significant experience is defined as depth and breadth of knowledge gained working on a wide range of activities associated with the performance of the duties normally gained with at least 24 consecutive months of experience.

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

Various language requirements
EC-04: English Essential
EC-05: Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB / English Essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE (BOTH POSITIONS)

K1- Knowledge of the Government of Canada policy development process including the policy-making and Cabinet and Treasury Board decision-making processes.

K2- Knowledge of Employment and Social Development Canada/Service Canada’s mandate, priorities and programs.

K3 – Knowledge of socioeconomic conditions in the Western-Territories Region (Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia, Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut).

ABILITIES (BOTH POSITIONS)

A1- Ability to work well under pressure, on multiple files and to meet tight timelines.

A2- Ability to communicate effectively orally.

A3- Ability to communicate effectively in writing*.

A4- Thinking Skills.

*All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of the process, may be used to evaluate the Ability to communicate in writing effectively.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY (BOTH POSITIONS)

PS1- Judgement

PS2- Effective interpersonal skills

PS3- Dependability

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

Experience overseeing economic research and analysis working in academic (e.g., graduate school, research assistant) and applied settings (e.g., consulting, government, and business,).

Master’s degree or Ph.D. from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in economics, sociology or statistics. We encourage applications from candidates with backgrounds in quantitative disciplines (e.g., engineering, mathematics, computer science) and social sciences (e.g., psychology, demography) and business studies with substantial research and quantitative dimension.

A background in macro/ microeconomic theory and its application to policy and business problems.

Computer programing (e.g., visual basic, python) is a desirable attribute.

Experience using statistical sources and data analysis packages (e.g., Excel, SPSS or SAS) to analyze socio-economic program/policy issues (e.g. labour market, social problems such as housing/homelessness, indigenous, workforce, economic trends etc.).

Employment and Social Development Canada is committed to employment equity (EE). In order to achieve a representative workforce, selection may be based on qualified candidates self-declaring as being a member of one or more of the following EE groups: Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, women and visible minorities.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Willing and able to work overtime
Willing and able to travel

Conditions of employment

The security requirements (e.g. reliability or secret) may vary according to the position to be staffed.

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

An interview may be administered.

Reference checks may be sought.

Reference contacts may be not restricted to the list of names given by the candidate.

The Selection Committee reserves the right to contact other references.

Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.

Proof of education will be requested.

Candidates may be required to provide their performance assessments for the last two (2) fiscal years and their Talent Management Placement (if applicable).

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

A variety of assessment tools may be used in the assessment of candidates, such as a written test, cognitive test (e.g. GCT2), situational exercise, oral interview, simulation, presentation, and reference checks. Some assessment tools may be administered electronically, others, in-person.

Top-down ranking can be used at any stage of the assessment process where only the top scoring candidates will be invited to the next stage of the assessment. Please note that different pass marks and cut-off scores can be used at various stages of the assessment process. Candidates who attain the pass mark might not be further considered in the process if they do not achieve the cut-off score.

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact candidates when the screening process is completed.

Please identify your Personal Record Identifier (PRI), your substantive group and level and your employment status on your résumé and application form.

An assignment/secondment or an acting appointment is a temporary resourcing option. The approval of your substantive supervisor may/will be required before an offer can be made.

We strongly encourage applicants to submit their applications online.

Following are some of the benefits associated with applying online:

• Applicants can create and manage their accounts and apply to job opportunities as long as an internet connection is available.
• Applicants can create a profile and retrieve stored application(s) (personal information, covering letter and résumé) previously submitted and modify them, if necessary, before applying.
• Applicants can modify their application/résumé at before or on the closing date indicated on the job advertisement.

Please note that within the context of this selection process, travel costs or travel expenses will not be reimbursed.

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.