Administrative Officer

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

Work environment

Did you know the Department of National Defence (DND) is the largest federal government employer, offering over 70 different types of civilian career opportunities? Indeed.com has ranked DND as one of the best places to work in Canada.

As a top employer in Canada we are committed to:
• Providing support and tools that contribute to the physical and mental health of our employees;
• Offering a career’s worth of opportunities all in one place, to gain experience in a multitude of positions and build the career that is right for you;
• Making a difference in Canada and in operations throughout the world; and
• Creating meaningful work that has a positive impact on Canada’s security both at home and abroad.

Intent of the process

The immediate need is to staff one position on an indeterminate basis. A pool of qualified candidates may be created and may be used to staff similar positions.

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)

Education:

Successful completion of a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with a focus on linguistics, English or French language studies, translation studies, or an acceptable related area of study.

Degree equivalency

Experience:

Experience in providing administrative support.
Experience using common word processing, spreadsheet and email software (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook).
Experience in reviewing and comparing English and French versions of a text for accuracy of translation.
Experience proof-reading texts for accuracy.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (PPC/PPC)

Information on language requirements

Abilities:

Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing

Personal Suitability:

Effective interpersonal relations
Attention to detail
Initiative
Dependability
Judgment

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

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.