Informatics Coordinator

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

Social distancing approaches will be taken to minimize close contact with others during the current COVID-19 pandemic.

Do you wish to better your odds at being considered? Then use the Screening Questionnaire wisely, by demonstrating how you meet the Education and Experience Criteria listed under “Essential Qualifications” and “Asset Qualifications” (other qualifications). Use concrete examples by using the STAR technique, describing:

• The Situation;

• The Tasks you were required to achieve;

• The Actions you took; and

• The Results of your actions.

ATTENTION: should your examples not be concrete enough or should they contain insufficient details, unfortunately, your application will be rejected. We will not contact you to obtain further information.

Duties

The Informatics Coordinator provides financial and administrative support services to the divisional Informatics unit. Support services include but are not limited to: IT Asset Procurement, finance, human resources, travel, agenda and itineraries, database services, information research, correspondence, external liaison and internal advice for all administrative issues and concerns.

Work environment

The “G” Division Informatics Unit provides service to the entire Northwest Territories. This consists of 21 detachments and 50 remote sites. Employees frequently have to travel by helicopter or small fixed wing *aircraft to small communities and remote locations (mountaintops) to maintain IT infrastructure and operations. Travel can be physically demanding as all equipment must be loaded and unloaded by a small team multiple times to service a location and return. Remote travel in the winter at temperatures down to -50C present challenges so employees must be prepared and able to work in this environment. Many remote sites are unheated so the equipment is the same temperature as the environment.

*Please note the RCMP uses a fleet of PC-12 Pilatus aircraft for the majority of travel to and from remote work sites. Employees must conform to RCMP standards set for travel on the PC-12 Pilatus aircraft which includes a maximum passenger weight restriction of 400lbs (which includes clothing and equipment).

The work involves the following conditions:
• Primarily working at a desk in an office environment serving clients in HQ in person and other sites remotely.
• Frequent travel by helicopter or small fixed wing aircraft to remote sites or mountain top sites where poor weather conditions exist. Poor landing sites and inclement weather can make flying into and working at these sites dangerous.
• Occasional overnight travel is required, sometimes for extended periods such as several days or weeks for duty or training.

Yellowknife is classified as an Isolated Post. As such, the successful candidate must meet all the conditions under the Isolated Posts and Government Housing Directive prior to appointment. In addition, the successful candidate will be entitled to an Isolated Post Allowance. For more information, please refer to the following website:

Important financial information:
• Successful candidates from outside the federal public service will get up to $5,000 in relocation expenses. Additional expenses for relocation will have to be paid by the candidate.
• Successful candidates may be eligible for staff housing.
• Isolated Post Allowances (Northern Allowance) for Yellowknife ranges from approximately $10,761 to $24,866 which is based on if the employee has dependents.
• Vacation Travel Assistance is provided once a year for Yellowknife of approximately $1,032 for each eligible member of the household.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff one (1) permanent position in Yellowknife, NT.

A qualified pool of candidates may be established and may be used to staff future vacancies on a permanent and/or temporary basis.

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.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A response to a text question addressing the following:

• What do you know about your desired work location (Yellowknife, NT) and how you can make a positive contribution as an employee of the RCMP.

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

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

Degree equivalency

- Experience managing budgets and financial expenditures.
- Experience performing accounting using software such as SAP or Microsoft Excel.
- Experience providing advice and guidance on programs and services to clients.

- Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
(Note: Written Communication Skills will be assessed throughout application process.)

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

- Certification as a procurement specialist: Certified Federal Specialist in Procurement (CFSP)

- Experience in developing guidelines, policies or procedures related to procurement.
- Experience in developing guidelines, policies or procedures related to inventory maintenance.
- Experience in developing guidelines, policies or procedures related to lifecycle management.

- Willing and able to work in a busy police environment, including exposure to unsettling and/or graphic material.
- Willing and able to work overtime, as required.
- Willing and able to be recalled to duty outside normal office hours.
- Willing and able to lift, carry and place heavy objects up to 25lbs.
- Willing and able to travel extensively, often by helicopter or small plane to remote sites.
- Willing and able to work flexible hours, overtime, on evenings and weekends.
- Willing and able to travel overnight, sometimes for extended periods.
- Willing and able to work in or relocate to Yellowknife, NT.
- Possession of a Valid Driver’s License

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

English essential
The functions and duties of the position will only require the use of English.

Information on language requirements

- Ability to analyze and summarize policy.
- Ability to monitor performance of contract obligations.
- Ability to prepare and deliver presentations.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally.

- Thinking things Through
- Working Effectively with Others
- Showing Initiative and Being action oriented
- Reliability

Conditions of employment

- RCMP Enhanced Reliability Security Clearance
- Health Canada approved medical clearance (Isolated Post only).

Those selected must meet and maintain the above condition of employment throughout their employment.
» » The successful applicant will have to obtain, as a minimum, an RCMP Reliability Status. The process requires a Security/Reliability Interview, a field investigation in matters of credit/finances, education, employment, references, etc.

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

Your responses to the screening questions will be used as the primary source in determining whether you meet the screening requirements. If you do not fully complete the screening questions as instructed, you may be screened out.

Volume Management strategies may be used.

Candidates may be assessed using one or more of the following tools: standardized tests, written exam, interview, simulation exercise and reference checks.

All communication relating to this process, including email correspondence and telephone conversations, may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

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.