Human Resources Advisor PE-01/PE-02/PE-03 (Anticipatory)

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Assessment accommodation

Duties

PE-01
The conduct of research and analysis in support of human resources management activities under the guidance of an experienced human resources management practitioner to acquire human resources management knowledge and skills, and an awareness of the functions and interrelationships of human resources management disciplines.

PE-02
The provision of human resources (HR) management operational and program activities, advice, research and analytical studies, either at a working level with a limited decision making authority or as part of a departmental or agency HM occupational group-PE developmental program, in one or more of the HR disciplines.

PE-03
The provision of expert HR management advice and guidance and the delivery of operational services to an assigned client portfolio; the provision includes the resolution of complex, difficult and sensitive HR management issues, topics and cases in one or more of the HR management disciplines.

Work environment

Are you looking for a work environment where your knowledge, ideas, and professional opinions are valued? Do you want to be part of a collaborative, supportive team? Apply!

Come work in an organization that is passionate about helping the Canadian grain sector produce the best grain in the world. We are one of the few Government of Canada departments headquartered outside of Ottawa. In Winnipeg, you can enjoy all of the benefits of working in one of Canada’s largest cities, but with a small town feel thanks to our prairie hospitality!

The CGC is a significant part of Canada’s dynamic and diverse agricultural sector. We regulate grain handling in Canada, set grain standards and conduct research on grain. At the CGC, we strive to live our values of excellence, integrity, respect and accountability. We promote work-life balance. We have an Employee and Family Assistance program to support you and your family.

Intent of the process

This process will be used to staff (1) one indeterminate position.

A pool may be created to staff similar positions with various linguistic profiles and tenures (indeterminate, specified term, acting, deployment, secondment).

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:
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in human resources management, labour or industrial relations, psychology, public or business administration, organizational development, education sciences, social sciences, sociology or in any other field relevant to the work to be performed.

Notes:
1. Candidates who are actively working towards meeting this requirement will be incorporated in the process but can only be considered for appointment once they meet the education requirement. Proof of post-secondary credits completed may be required at the time of assessment.

2. Indeterminate incumbents of positions in the PE group on October 1, 1999, who do not possess the education level prescribed above, are deemed to meet the minimum education standard based on their education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
PE-01, PE-02 & PE-03:
• Experience conducting research, analyzing information and providing recommendations.
• Experience delivering services in at least one Human Resources (HR) field such as Staffing, Labour Relations, Organization & Classification, Human Resources Planning, Change Management, HR systems, Learning, Performance Management, etc.

PE-02 Additional Experience:
• Experience interpreting and applying legislation, policies and/or regulations governing a human resources discipline.
• Experience writing reports, briefing notes, summaries and/or presentations.
• Experience providing strategic advice, guidance and recommendations to clients in at least one (1) of the following areas: Labour Relations, Staffing, Human Resources Planning, Classification and Organizational Design, Learning or areas of Organizational Development.

PE-03 Additional Experience:
• Significant* experience interpreting and applying legislation, policies and/or regulations governing a human resources discipline.
• Experience writing reports, briefing notes, summaries and/or presentations.
• Recent** & significant* experience providing strategic advice, guidance and recommendations to clients in at least one (1) of the following areas: Labour Relations, Staffing, Human Resources Planning, Classification and Organizational Design, Learning or areas of Organizational Development.

*Significant experience will be evaluated in terms of the depth, breadth and complexity of activities as well as the level of autonomy demonstrated, normally acquired over a period of three (3) years.

**Recent experience is defined as experience gained within the last 5 years.

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

Various language requirements
English Essential
Bilingual Imperative – BBB/BBB, CBC/CBC

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

KNOWLEDGE:
PE-01, PE-02 & PE-03:
• Knowledge of legislation, policies, trends and practices in Human Resources Management.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
PE-01, PE-02 & PE-03:
• Thinking things through
• Showing initiative and being action-oriented
• Working effectively with others
• Demonstrating integrity and respect
• Client service orientation
• Business Acumen

SKILLS & ABILITIES:
PE-01, PE-02, PE-03:
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

PE-03 Additional Ability:
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations and/or training.

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

EXPERIENCE:
• Experience analyzing and interpreting human resources data from various sources, in order to present it and provide recommendations to all levels of senior management on various complex human resources issues.

• Experience preparing and delivering information or training sessions to various levels of management.

• Experience participating in interdepartmental or central agency working groups or any union management committee.

• Significant* experience providing advice and guidance to clients in Staffing at the operational or corporate level.
This may include: developing and/or evaluating statements of merit criteria and assessment tools; providing advice and guidance in executive staffing; providing recommendations on complex staffing issues; developing and implementing human resources strategies, policies and/or guidelines; interpreting HR policies and regulations; etc.

• Significant* experience providing advice and guidance to clients in Labour Relations at the operational or corporate level.
This may include: preparing disciplinary reports, grievance precis, briefing notes, fact-finding or investigation reports; advice and guidance on disability management, including return to work; interpreting collective agreements, directives, employer policies etc.; advice and guidance on grievance procedures, performance management and disciplinary measures; adjudication preparation; union consultation etc.

• Significant* experience providing advice and guidance to clients on Classification and Organizational Design at the operational or corporate level.
This may include: applying classification guidelines and standards; designing, writing, validating or evaluating work descriptions and rationales; being an accredited classification officer etc.

• Significant* experience developing and implementing departmental Human Resources strategies, programs, policies, and providing training and/or tools.

• Significant* experience providing advice and guidance to clients on the Performance Management Program (PMP) and/or HR Planning.
This may include: departmental talent management activities etc.

• Significant* experience in organizational development.
This may include: conflict resolution, learning strategies, change management, facilitation.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability and willingness to travel
• Ability and willingness to work overtime

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

Please identify clearly for which position(s) you are submitting an application.

Salary note:
PE-01 - $55,130 to $68,578 per year
PE-02 - $69,541 to $77,186 per year
PE-03 - $77,979 to $86,675 per year

Candidates will be asked, as per the application process, to answer screening questions for each essential and other criteria (education and experience). Candidates will have to provide specific examples, for each screening question demonstrating how they have acquired the education and experience criteria.

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.

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

In order to manage the number of applications in the selection process, management may use top down consideration of scores at various steps in the process, to determine the number of candidates who will be further considered in the process.

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.