Weapon Simulation Systems Coordinator

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Assessment accommodation

All job applications must therefore be submitted through the www.canada.ca/government-jobs.ca site. Only online applications will be considered. 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.

Duties

1. Understand the patterns of ballistic traces to incorporate the modifications into the small arms simulators and the indirect fire system.
2. Use and maintain specialized software that are used to reserve and operate simulators for all users of the simulation center.
3. Prepare, write and distribute instructions on the use of simulators.
4. Coordinate and approve the reservation and harmonization process for all simulator users within the 2nd Canadian Division.
5. Participate in weekly conferences to synchronize simulator bookings.
6. Provide CAF staff with theoretical and practical instruction on the proper use of specialized software to operate the simulation center's computer systems.

Work environment

The Department of National Defence (DND) is the largest federal government employer, offering over 70 different types of civilian career opportunities. DND's role is to provide services and support to the Canadian Forces (CF) in their operations and missions at home and abroad. As a civilian employee, you will be an essential part of the Defence Team. In this regard, the department fosters a work environment where employees have opportunities to grow, to learn, to progress in their careers and have job satisfaction over the long-term.

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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)

A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives (see Note).

Note:
1. The employer-approved alternatives to a secondary school diploma are:
o A satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; or
o An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

Minimum of 2 years of experience in a manager position;
Experience teaching military small arms;
Experience as a supervisor in the execution of a live range;
Experience in developing different training modules;
Minimum of 2 years of experience as a small arms trainer operator, an Indirect fire trainer (IFT) operator, and an Interim FOO/FAC simulator (IFFS) operator;
Experience in the support and technical advice on weapon simulators;
Experience in developing and maintaining schedules, reservations and training plans;

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

French essential

Information on language requirements

Ability to problem solve;
Ability to remain composed and professional while working with others and when working in stressful condition;
Ability to work with minimal supervision;
Ability to communicate effectively in writing;
Ability to communicate effectively in oral.

Demonstrate initiative and action-oriented behavior;
In-depth reflection;
Work effectively with others;
Demonstrate integrity and respect

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

Experience in using MS Office on Windows, Canadian Forces Range Information System (CFRIS) and Army Collaborative Information System Management (ACISM) in a framework.

Consent to work occasionally in a field environment;
Consent to travel as needed.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Available to work days, evenings and weekends.

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). Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid e-mail address and make sure this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users.
Reference checks may be sought.
An interview may be administered.
You must provide proof of your education credentials.

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.