Support Clerk (Works Control Clerk) - Term

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

Candidates must clearly demonstrate in the screening questionnaire how they meet the education and experience criteria listed in the Essential Qualifications and Asset Qualifications if applicable. Please note that stating that the requirement has been met, and/or listing past or current responsibilities, does not represent adequate substantiation. Rather, you must provide concrete examples that clearly illustrate how you meet the requirement. Résumés may be used as a secondary source to validate the qualifications described; comments such as "refer to my attached résumé" will not be accepted and may result in your application being rejected.

The client organization will only accept on-line applications received via the www.jobs.gc.ca site.

Work environment

The Department of National Defence (DND) is one of the largest federal government employers. DND's role is to provide services and support to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) in their operations and missions at home and abroad. As a civilian employee, you will be an essential part of the Defence Team.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff 1 term position in Dundurn, SK. A pool of qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar positions, with varying tenures in various locations.

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 an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

Recent* experience using Microsoft Office software, such as Outlook, Word or Excel in an office environment.

Recent* experience providing general administrative support services in an office environment including but not limited to formatting documents, photocopying, filing, data entry or processing mail.

(* Recent is defined as experience obtained in the last five (5) years).

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

Post secondary education in a relevant field of study (for example: business administration, office administration, etc).

Degree equivalency

Experience using one or more of the following computer systems/software:
• Financial management accounting databases (i.e. Simply Accounting, AccPac, etc.);
• Experience utilizing SAP based software
• Experience utilizing Peoplesoft based software.
• Departmental (DND) systems, such as PeopleSoft, Human Resource Management System (HRMS), Defence Resource Management Information System (DRMIS), or ClaimsX.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Ability to communicate effectively orally
Ability to communicate effectively in writing
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Effective Interpersonal Relationships
Attention to Detail/Thoroughness
Initiative
Flexibility
Dependability
Discretion
Client Service Orientation
Autonomy

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

May be required to work overtime.
May be required to travel.
May be required to obtain and retain a Department of National Defence 404 Operator’s Permit.

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

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

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

A test may be administered.

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.