We are hiring people with a passion for TRAINING!

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

We are looking for skilled and experienced trainers, so we will be focusing mainly on the experience and competencies you bring to the table. To apply:
►You don’t need to provide a cover letter (just your resume).
►It may take you 30 to 60 minutes to complete your application.
►When submitting your application, you will be asked for information about your education and experience. The system will prompt you with specific questions for each qualification. This requires that you provide additional details in a written text response thoroughly explaining where, when and how you obtained this education or experience. Ensure you answer the questions if applicable.

Duties

Information Management Program (IMP) is a small, dynamic team of professionals focused on improving the information management (IM) practices at Agriculture and Agri-food Canada (AAFC) and promoting stable, mature, and sustainable electronic document management stewardship. The vision for IM at AAFC includes transition to use of our official corporate repository (Microsoft SharePoint integrated with Open Text Content Server). Trainers will play a key part in implementing that vision by helping AAFC’s knowledge workers understand how to use those tools and how to manage their information more effectively. As a trainer, you will have the opportunity to:
►Work independently and as part of a team
►Improve existing training offerings
►Develop new courses
►Explore new avenues for training
►Create documentation to support self-directed learning
►Help implement AAFC’s IM Strategy aligned with Government of Canada IM policies and directives

Work environment

As a successful candidate you’ll work with the Learning Services team of the Information Management Program at the National Headquarters Complex for the Agriculture Portfolio (NHCAP) at 1341 Baseline Road in Ottawa. NHCAP benefits from four dedicated training rooms (capacity from 8 to 30+) with brand new laptops, two cafeterias, a well-equipped and affordable fitness facility, ample affordable parking, three different bus routes (80, 81 and 88) and proximity to Ottawa’s shared path network. Spring through fall, employees often do fitness courses, play sports and enjoy the park and forested areas just North of the complex. NHCAP is also close to three different grocery stores, several banks, restaurants, and other conveniences you can take advantage of in your pursuit of your preferred balance of life and work.

As one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, AAFC is proud to celebrate our achievement in creating a diverse, respectful, and positive workplace where all employees are valued and recognized for their unique qualities, ideas, voices and perspectives. We welcome all applicants and strongly encourage candidates to self-declare if they belong to an Employment Equity designated group (i.e. Aboriginal Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Visible Minorities or Women).

Intent of the process

Immediate need: To staff two permanent positions in Ottawa, Ontario.

Qualified candidates will also be placed in a talent pool that can be drawn on to fill anticipated openings in the near future, and may be used by other divisions within Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada who need expert trainers. As positions become available, candidates who meet the qualifications may be contacted.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Education
►A secondary school diploma or equivalent.
If you have foreign credentials, please follow the link below for information on how to obtain a degree equivalency. You must obtain an equivalency, at your own expense, in order to be considered for appointment into the public service.

Degree equivalency

Experience
Note: When answering the application screening questions (for the experience qualifications below), you must be specific and provide concrete examples and details for each experience element, as applications will be screened on the information provided. Do not presume that the hiring board has any previous knowledge of your background, qualifications, or work history. Your résumé will only be used as a secondary source to validate the qualifications described.

►Experience developing and delivering interactive / hands-on training to diverse users in software or computer-based tools.
►Experience in designing, developing and modifying training documentation and reference materials.
►Experience using Microsoft office suite (ex. Outlook Word, Excel, PowerPoint) on a regular basis.

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

►Successful completion of a post-secondary educational program in a specialty relevant to the position to be staffed.

Degree equivalency

►Experience in delivering group presentations and/or training using diverse delivery methods (videoconference, teleconference, Skype, WebEx, hands-on classroom, presentation, other relevant examples).
►Experience using SharePoint.
►Experience using Electronic Document and Records Management system (EDRMS), such as GCDOCS/RDIMS (Open Text Content Server).
►Experience in delivering training for SharePoint, GCDOCS (Open Text Content Server) or other relevant electronic document management (EDRMS) or collaboration tools.
►Experience in delivering training in a Government of Canada context.

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

Various language requirements
Bilingual imperative – CBC/CBC or BBB/BBB
Candidates must be able to provide effective training on technical subjects in both French and English.

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 & Abilities
►Knowledge of emerging technology or practices related to training delivery or adult learning.
►Ability to present information or provide training to a variety of audiences.

Competencies
►Interactive Communication
►Writing Skills
►Client Focus
►Planning and Organizing
►Adaptability

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

In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal peoples, Persons with a Disability; Visible Minorities, Women.

Operational requirement
►Ability and willingness to travel.

Conditions of employment

►Secret or 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

APPLICATION & CORRESPONDENCE INFORMATION

Applications submitted by email will not be accepted. You must apply through the "Apply online" link below.

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

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.

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email).

ASSESSEMENT INFORMATION

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, if applicable.

All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the candidates. A written examination and an interview may be administered. Reference checks will be conducted and you will be asked to provide reference names at a later date. Proof of your education credentials will be required at a later date.

Second language evaluation (SLE) required for Bilingual positions:
If you have valid SLE results, you will be asked to provide proof.
If you need to be retested (reading, writing or oral), you will be scheduled.
If you have never had a second language evaluation, you will be scheduled for the reading and writing tests. If you are successful on the reading and writing, then you will be scheduled for an oral evaluation.

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.