Intelligence Analyst

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Assessment accommodation

THIS PROCESS WILL BE USED TO STAFF THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS:

STREAM 1: EC-03
STREAM 2: EC-04
STREAM 3: EC-05

Applicants must clearly indicate which stream(s) they are applying for and must demonstrate on their application that they meet all essential criteria.

If applicants indicate multiple streams, the selection board will determine which stream(s) the application will be considered for, based on the provided information. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of your application.

If you are currently employed with the Federal Public Service, or are a Civilian Member, please indicate your current group and level as well as your tenure and the Department you are working for.

When submitting an application to this selection process, you will be prompted to answer screening questions concerning the essential education, and the essential and asset experience qualifications. It is your responsibility to provide clear and concrete examples in your responses to each question, including when (from-to), where (occupational title, organization) and how you obtained your education and experience.

It is recommended that you describe the experience examples in specific terms, providing sufficient details so that the Assessment Board can clearly understand. Describe the situation/task, the action you took, what you accomplished and/or what you learned. Content of your response must be supported by your CV/resume as your responses to these questions will be used as a primary source of information and your CV/resume will only be used to validate this information. Should you indicate in your response "please refer to CV/resume" your application will be rejected.

Lack of examples and details will result in your application being rejected as the Assessment Board will have insufficient information to determine if the requirement is met.

Intent of the process

Immediate vacancies exist in Alberta.

The intent of this process is to staff permanent full time EC-03, EC-04 and EC-05 positions in Alberta.

In the event of a temporary vacancy, the following staffing actions may be used and /or considered: acting appointment, term appointment, assignment or secondment.

A combined pool of qualified candidates may be established inclusive of Public Service (PS) employees and Civilian Members (CM) for Intelligence Analyst positions with various tenures and locations in Alberta.

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.

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

EDUCATION
Required for all Streams (Stream 1: EC-03, Stream 2: EC-04, Stream 3: EC-05)

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization* in economics, sociology or statistics.

* Candidates must always have a degree. The courses for the specialization do not necessarily have to be part of a degree program in the required specialization. The specialization may also be obtained through an acceptable combination of education, training and experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

Required for Stream 1 (Stream 1: EC-03)

E1. Experience conducting research, analyzing, and writing reports.

E2. Experience in applying analytical techniques or qualitative/quantitative methodology within a research project.

E3. Experience in producing and presenting material (in at least one of the following: reports, presentations and project findings) to decision-makers.

Required for Stream 2 (Stream 2: EC-04)

E4. Significant* experience conducting research, analyzing, and writing reports to provide guidance or recommendations to decision makers.

E5. Experience in developing or applying analytical techniques or qualitative/quantitative methodology to advance a project.

E6. Significant* experience in producing and presenting material (in at least two of the following: reports, presentations, project findings, and briefings) to decision-makers.

E7. Significant* experience establishing and maintaining working relationships with internal or external partners/stakeholders.

* “Significant” is defined as the depth and breadth of experience that would normally have been gained performing the duties for a period of two (2) years.

Required for Stream 3 (Stream 3: EC-05)

E8. Significant** and recent*** experience in intelligence analysis (in at least one of the following: crime, tactical, operational, strategic) including researching, collecting, evaluating and analyzing information to provide recommendations for decision makers.

E9. Significant** and recent*** experience in developing or applying analytical techniques or qualitative/quantitative methodology to advance a file or project (defined as tactical/investigative, operational or strategic intelligence).

E10. Recent*** experience in preparing and presenting briefing material for decision-makers to advance a file or project (defined as tactical/investigative, operational or strategic intelligence).

E11. Significant** experience establishing and maintaining partnerships**** with at least two of the following: domestic or international law enforcement or intelligence agencies; government agency/departments; academic communities; private sector.

** “Significant” is defined as the depth and breadth of experience that would normally have been gained performing the duties for a minimum period of three (3) years.
*** “Recent” is defined as experience gained within the last five (5) years.
**** “Partnerships” refer to outside of the applicant’s existing agency or department.

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

EDUCATION
For all Streams (Stream 1: EC-03, Stream 2: EC-04, Stream 3: EC-05)

AEd1. Master’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in economics, sociology or statistics or discipline related to the position, such as but not limited to finance, international relations, political science and computer sciences.

For Stream 3 (Stream 3: EC-05)

All the above asset education, plus the following for EC-05 positions.

AEd2. Successful completion of the Tactical Intelligence Analysis Course (TIAC).

AEd3. Successful completion of the Strategic Intelligence Analysis Course (SIAC).

AEd4. Successful completion of the Criminal Intelligence Foundation Course (CIFC).

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
For Stream 1 (Stream 1: EC-03)

AE1. Experience with analytical tools, databases and/or mapping software (e.g. i2, iBase, Access, ArcGIS).

AE2. Experience using open source/social media tools.

AE3. Experience demonstrating proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

For Stream 2 (Stream 2: EC-04)

AE4. Experience with analytical tools, databases and/or mapping software (e.g. i2, iBase, Access, ArcGIS).

AE5. Experience using open source/social media tools.

For Stream 3 (Stream 3: EC-05)

AE6. Experience with analytical tools, databases and/or mapping software (e.g. i2, iBase, Access, ArcGIS).

AE7. Experience conducting open source/social media research.

AE8. Experience working in the financial services industry (e.g. banking sector, finance, or risk management).

AE9. Experience conducting threat or risk assessments.

AE10. Experience working with domestic and international organizations.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE
Required for Stream 1 and Stream 2 (Stream 1: EC-03, Stream 2: EC-04)

K1. Knowledge of Research Principles and Practices.

Required for Stream 3 (Stream 3: EC-05)

K2. Knowledge of the Intelligence process and the Intelligence Analyst’s role and functions.

K3. Knowledge of applicable legislation, policy and procedures in a criminal intelligence or national security environment.

K4. Knowledge of national security threats or criminal environments.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY
Required for all Streams (Stream 1: EC-03, Stream 2: EC-04, Stream 3: EC-05)

PS1. Demonstrating integrity and respect.

PS2. Working effectively with others.

PS3. Thinking things through.

PS4. Showing initiative and being action oriented.

ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Required for all Streams (Stream 1: EC-03, Stream 2: EC-04, Stream 3: EC-05)

A1. Ability to communicate effectively and proficiently orally.

A2. Ability to communicate effectively and proficiently in writing.

A3. Analytical and logical thinking skills.

A4. Ability to identify and solve problems.

A5. Ability to successfully learn/adapt to new technologies and changing environments.

A6. Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

Conditions of employment

For all Streams (Stream 1: EC-03, Stream 2: EC-04, Stream 3: EC-05)

• Top Secret security clearance.

• Be in possession of a valid driver’s licence (some positions).

• Willingness and ability to work overtime as and when required and on short notice.

• Willingness and ability to travel domestically/internationally to attend training/work away from home, as necessary.

• Willingness and ability to work in a busy police environment, including exposure to unsettling and/or graphic material.

• Willingness and ability to participate in the Intelligence Analyst Understudy Training Program.

• Willingness and ability to testify in court.

Please note: For positions in the Internet Child Exploitation unit (ICE), candidates will be subjected to graphic material involving children throughout the course of their duties. Prior to, and throughout the course of employment, candidates are required to successfully undergo RCMP psychological screening requirements for ICE 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

The cost to attend the assessment will be the candidate’s responsibility. Candidates will be required to pay for their own travel (including travel for assessment purposes), and may be required to pay for their own relocation expenses.

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

Communication between the RCMP and applicants will occur via e-mail; therefore, applicants must include a current and valid e-mail address in their application, and ensure the address is functional and accepts messages from unknown users. Applicants will be instructed to ensure that accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.

A written exam(s) will be administered.

An interview will be administered.

Reference checks will be sought.

A random or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

A cut-off score may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

Successful candidates will require a valid Top Secret RCMP security clearance prior to appointment and throughout the tenure of their employment. The process to obtain RCMP security clearance involves a security interview and a field investigation which includes reference checks, verification of credit, education, previous employment, alcohol and/or drug abuse. As such, the process may take several weeks to complete.

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.