Information Systems Application Specialist

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.

*** ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED ***

All job applications must be submitted through the Canada.ca/jobs site.
To submit an application online, please select the button "Apply Online" below.

Persons who cannot apply online or persons with disabilities preventing them from applying online are asked to inform the contact persons responsible for this process prior to the closing date.

**IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS TO FOLLOW**

You are required to complete screening questions that clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria of education and experience and any asset if applicable. Your response must include HOW (concrete examples), WHEN (dates) and WHERE (location of work) you meet the essential criteria required.

Your resume will not be used as second source to validate the experience listed in the answers. Comments such as "refer to my attached résumé" will not be accepted and may result in your application being rejected.

A proof of education will be required to validate the education.

Intent of the process

The intent of the selection process is to staff one (1) indeterminate Bilingual non-imperative BBB/BBB position with a Top Secret security clearance. The position is located at 155 McArthur Avenue, Ottawa, ON.

A pool of qualified candidates could be established and could also be used to staff similar positions of varying tenures, of varying bilingual linguistic profiles within the National Division, RCMP.

Should a Civilian Member (CM) be found qualified and selected for appointment, the appointment will not result in a change of status to the Public Service (PS) category for the CM. Information regarding the CM appointment will be sent to all applicable candidates who are within the area of selection and participated in the advertised process.

Should a Public Servant employee be found qualified and selected for appointment, notification regarding the PS appointment will be posted accordingly on https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service¬ commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs.htmI.

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

Degree equivalency

Experience in data administration (Data administration involves the logical management of data in which the flow of data is analyzed, data models are created and the relationships among them are defined. Data administration also defines the security and access control elements of data where data might be limited to some people and processes).

Experience working with advanced features of Adobe Acrobat Professional, including merging of documents, creating bookmarks, creating hyperlinks and using electronic vetting tools

Experience identifying relevant information from operational investigative file(s) to create links within a relational database to assist in the preparation of electronic disclosures which are organized, indexed and searchable

Recent* and significant** experience in working with Adobe products

*Recent = within the last three years

**Significant = experience will be evaluated with regard to complexity and diversity of work handled, level of autonomy demonstrated and impact of the decisions

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

Experience in working with reporting tools such as ‘Crystal Reports’

Experience in working with ‘Visual Cut’ applications

Experience troubleshooting computer problems

Experience building and/or reviewing disclosure for Court

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

Bilingual - Non Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of relational database concepts
Knowledge of computer concepts

Ability to solve problems
Ability to establish priorities to meet deadlines
Ability to develop and deliver training materials and/or mentor
Ability to supervise
Ability to communicate effectively orally
Ability to communicate effectively in writing

Leadership
Effective Interpersonal Skills
Attention to Detail
Dependability
Initiative
Client Service

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

Knowledge and use of Evidence and Reports (E&R)
Knowledge of principles, practices, policy and legislation associated to the vetting of operational information in relation to disclosure and non-disclosure of evidence

Conditions of employment

Must be willing and able to travel for work-related matters
Must be willing to work overtime on short notice to meet operational need
RCMP Top Secret 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

Deployment may be considered.

A written examination may be administered.

An interview may be administered.

Reference checks may be sought.

Candidates must meet all the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.

Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.

Acknowledgement of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact candidates when the screening process is completed.

You must provide proof of education credentials. If you obtained your education outside Canada, it is your responsibility to demonstrate its equivalence, please take a look at the following link for more information : http://www.cicic.ca/383/foreign-credential-recognition.canada.

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

Please identify clearly your substantive group and level and your employment status on your resume and/or application form.

Our means of communication with applicants are via e-mail. Please ensure to include a functional e-mail address, which will accept messages from unknown users (some e-mail systems block these types of e-mails). It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.

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.