Regional Transportation Security & Emergency Preparedness Inspector (Inventory)

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

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

It is the responsibility of the candidate to clearly outline that they meet each of the screening criteria (i.e. Education, Occupational Certification(s) and Experience Qualifications, both Essential and Assets). Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that the requirement is met or to provide a listing of current responsibilities, rather the candidate must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the requirement. Failure to do so could result in the application being rejected from the process.

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 that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users. Should your email address change during this process, it is your responsibility to inform us.

Duties

Transport Canada develops and enforces security regulations, and works with national and international partners to prevent and manage security risks in all transportation modes. In the region, inspectors’ work can include:
- contributing to the development of security regulations for aviation, rail and marine security;
- conducting oversight (inspections) of security regulations for aviation, rail and marine security (this is the majority of the work performed);
- assessing security plans; and
- taking action and working with partners in the event of threats.

Work environment

TRANSPORT CANADA: A SMART CAREER MOVE!

Transport Canada employs over 5,000 talented and motivated employees working in the Atlantic, Quebec, Ontario, Prairie and Northern, Pacific regions, and at our Ottawa Headquarters. We develop policies and enforce Acts and regulations that support transportation efficiency, safety, security, durability, and align with global standards. Our vision is of a safe, secure, durable, innovative and integrated transportation system that supports trade and economic growth, a cleaner environment and the wellbeing of Canada’s middle class.

We are an employer that fosters employee well-being, provides an open and respectful workplace, competitive benefits and flexible work schedules that promote work-life balance.

Transport Canada is on the Forbes 2020 list of Canada’s best employers.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff identical or similar positions within Transport Canada or other departments for indeterminate or temporary vacancies.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

EDUCATION

Graduation with a diploma or degree from a recognized post-secondary institution OR acceptable combination of secondary school diploma and/or training and relevant experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

EX1: Recent and significant* experience in developing and maintaining partnerships with internal or external agencies or clients.
EX2: Recent and significant* experience in comprehending and applying legislation or policies.
EX3: Recent and significant* experience in providing advice or recommendations to clients or management.

*Recent and significant experience is defined as a minimum of 3 years in the last 5 years.

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

EXPERIENCE

AEX1: Experience in conducting regulatory enforcement activities.
AEX2: Experience in conducting regulatory investigation.
AEX3: Experience in conducting environmental, risk, or vulnerability assessments.
AEX4: Experience in emergency management.
AEX5: Recent and significant* experience in conducting regulatory or policy based inspections or regulatory or policy based audits.
AEX6: Experience in the Aviation industry.
AEX7: Experience in the Rail industry.
AEX8: Experience in the Marine industry.
AEX9: Experience working with Bridges and Tunnels.

*Recent and significant is defined as a minimum of 3 years in the last 5 years.

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

Various language requirements

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

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

ABILITIES

A1: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
A2: Ability to communicate effectively orally.
A3: Ability to comprehend and apply legislation

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

PS1: Demonstrating integrity and respect
PS2: Thinking things though
PS3: Working effectively with others
PS4: Showing initiative and being action oriented

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Required to possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Required to pass pre-employment Category III medical for Transportation Security Inspectors and pass a periodic Category II medical every 5 years.

Some position require performance of stand-by duties on a 24/7 basis.

Required to travel on short notice for extended periods regionally, domestically and internationally using various modes or transportation.

Required to work overtime and/or irregular hours as assigned including on short notice.

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 that if you have previously participated in a Transportation Security Inspector selection process with Transport Canada, your results will remain valid for a period of 6 months.

Please ensure to indicate the work location(s) where you would be willing and able to relocate in your application.

You will have to provide proof of your education credentials.

Your application and your answers to the screening questions may be used to assess your ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Please indicate your preferred official language in your application.

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.