Physical Security Implementation Officer

Important messages

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Assessment accommodation

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Candidates must clearly demonstrate in the questionnaire how they meet the education and experience factors listed as essential qualifications on the Statement of Merit Criteria. In order to do so, they must write one or two paragraphs for each demonstrating how they meet them with concrete examples. Note that it is not sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Resumes could be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described in the questionnaire. Failure to clearly demonstrate in the questionnaire how you meet the above mentioned criteria Essential Education and Experience, where applicable, may result in the rejection of your application. Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information.

Work environment

The Physical Security Abroad Division’s (AWC) mandate is to provide a safe and secure environment in facilities abroad and to ensure the security and safety of people, information and assets. The Division provides management, subject matter expertise, advice, guidance and consultation on the selection and application of current and emerging physical security safeguards and technologies (electronic and mechanical) at Chanceries, Official Residences and Staff Quarters abroad in response to changing global threat conditions.

This responsibility relates to Canada-based Staff and their families, for Global Affairs Canada and other government departments, for approximately 1700 Canada Based Staff (CBS) and over 2300 dependants posted abroad and for approximately 5000 Locally Engaged Staff (LES) while on the job at missions abroad.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff identical or similar positions within Global Affairs Canada. Tenures and official language requirements and profiles may vary according to the positions being staffed.

Positions to be filled: 3

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Successful completion of a two-year post- secondary education program in the security systems, electro/mechanical field or employer-approved alternative in a related field

Degree equivalency

*Recent experience in the field of physical security or other similar technical fields (e.g. telecommunications company);

*Recent experience in providing technical-related advice, support and guidance to senior management, building contractors or architects;

Experience in the design layout or installation in one of the following:
1. Access Control System
2. Alarm System
3. Closed Circuit Television
4. Video Intercom System
5. Commercial Lock hardware


Note:
*Recent: Experience has been acquired within the last (5) years.

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

Various language requirements
English Essential
Bilingual imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of methods, techniques and practices involved in the application of security and safety protocols;

Knowledge of methods, techniques and practices on assessing architectural plans and drawings.

Ability to communicate effectively orally;

Ability to communicate in writing;

Ability to assess and evaluate vulnerabilities, on sites or buildings;

Ability to meet critical deadlines;

Demonstrated ability to collaborate with other technical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in a matrix-style work environment.

Effective interpersonal relationship
Judgement
Dependability
Adaptability
Initiative

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

Training in any of the following areas:
• Trimble SketchUp
• Microsoft Visio
• Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Closed Circuit Television System
• AutoCAD

Degree equivalency

Ability to climb ladders
Ability to work in confined spaces
Ability to lift items up to 35 kilograms.
Ability to work on construction sites wearing safety equipment.

Conditions of employment

Secret Security Clearance
Willingness and ability to travel frequently internationally

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 ensure that your email address is on your application for correspondence. 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.)

Various assessment methods may be administered.

Reference checks may be used to confirm that candidates have achieved good results in duties related to the Experience requirements, and may be conducted at any point in the process. Reference check information may also be used in the rating of other Essential or Asset Qualifications.

Volume management strategies such as random selection, application of one (1) or more assets, top-down approach, and/or cut-off scores may be used for the purpose of managing applications/candidates.

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

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.

Candidates with foreign educational credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. You may consult The Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials at http://www.cicic.ca for further information.
Candidates who are unable to provide proof that they meet this essential qualification as requested will be eliminated from the process

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.