Junior investigator

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

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE: All applications must be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS).

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is your responsibility 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 methods of assessment may be used (i.e.: written examination, interview, reference check, presentation, role play, recent and past performance evaluation, etc.)

Proof of your education credentials will need to be provided at a later time of the process. Candidates with foreign credentials will be required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Please consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca/.

Depending on the number of candidates, volume management strategies such as, but not limited to, invoking one or more of the asset qualifications, top-down selection process, cut-off scores, random selection and/or assessment 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.

Candidates may have to travel to a specific location for the assessment/interview at their own cost.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 references.

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

Education :

ED1 - Successful completion of a secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and experience.

Degree equivalency

Experience :

EXP1 – Experience in researching, gathering, summarizing and analyzing information.

EXP2 – Recent** experience in writing documents such as analytical and correspondence to the attention of senior management.

EXP3 – Recent experience in leading discussions or meetings and interacting with senior management or different stakeholders.

**Recent means experience acquired within the last two (2) years.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (CBC/CBC)

Information on language requirements

Competencies :

C1 - Oral Communication

C2 - Written Communication

C3 - Effective interpersonal skills

C4 - Planning & Organizing Skills

C5 - Judgement

C6 - Ability to do research and to analysis

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

Asset education :

AEDU - A baccalaureate from a recognized university in a field related to the position (examples of acceptable specializations, but not limited to: to: Law, business, Human Resources management, Labour Relations).

Degree equivalency

Knowledge :

K1 - Knowledge of methods, techniques and practices of effective interviewing in administrative investigation.

Ability :

A1 - Capacity to manage interactions with different types of people and personalities to acquire relevant information.

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

Operational requirements :

- Willingness and ability to work overtime on short notice.

- Willingness and ability to work flexible hours.

Conditions of employment

Conditions of employment :

- Secret security clearance.
- Valid Driver’s Licence.
- Be able to travel frequently across Canada.

Successful candidate(s) must meet and maintain the Condition(s) of Employment throughout their employment.

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

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.