Junior Procurement 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

Applications will be accepted online only. Please apply online at www.canada.ca/government-jobs. If you have a disability that prevents you from applying on-line please contact the hiring manager as identified on this poster.

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. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). Candidates are strongly encouraged to check their email on a regular basis.

Intent of the process

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.

A pool of qualified candidates will be created and may be used to staff positions with various tenures.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Secondary School Diploma or an acceptable combination of education, experience and/or training

Degree equivalency

Experience in using various word processing/spreadsheet software such as MS Word and Excel

Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume or multi-tasking environment with a focus on customer service

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

A Bachelor's degree from a recognized post secondary institution in a field relevant to the position

A diploma or certification from recognized post secondary institution with a specialization related to acquisitions/procurement

Accreditation (or Enrollment) in a formal Procurement program. (speak to level of completion in enrollment)

Degree equivalency

Experience in the purchasing of goods and/or services to ensure best value within a business environment

Experience in providing procurement and/or contracting services relating to any of the following: assessing requirements and/or issuing contracts and/or managing contracts

Experience in providing support to those procuring goods and services. This could include activities related to purchasing goods or services for an organization, writing specifications, contract administration, negotiation process with suppliers, etc

Experience using a Procurement-Financial Management System (such as SAP, Oracle)

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Ability to communicate orally

Ability to communicate in writing

Ability to prioritize one’s own work to meet tight deadlines among multiple and competing requests

Accountability

Client Orientation

Flexibility

Interpersonal Relations

Quality Management

Problem Solving

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

Knowledge of various methods to acquire goods and services in the federal government.

Ability to plan and organize tasks to establish priorities and deadlines that have an organizational or unit impact.

Willingness and ability to work occasional overtime

Willingness and ability to travel for work and/or training purposes using various modes of transportation (including owned or leased government transport, commercial and light aircraft and up to and including remote locations)

Conditions of employment

Security clearance: Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Enhanced Reliability Status

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

IMPORTANT MESSAGE-Screening Questions: We cannot make any assumptions about your experience. Simply saying you have the required qualifications or listing your current duties is not enough. You must provide clear examples to substantiate your experience by demonstrating HOW, WHEN and WHERE the qualification was met. The depth and breadth of experience of an applicant may be considered as part of screening or selection of a candidate, which is why it is recommended you quantify your experience. Failure to provide the above information in the format required may result in your application being rejected from the process. Information provided in the screening questions should be supported by your résumé.

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

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The successful candidate will be required to provide original documentation of proof of Canadian Citizenship prior to appointment. Other candidates may also be asked to provide this documentation at various stages in the selection process. The following documents will be accepted as proof: Provincial or territorial birth certificate; Naturalization certificates (issued prior to Jan. 1, 1947); Registration of Birth Abroad certificates (issued between Jan. 1, 1947 and Feb. 14, 1977); Certificates of Retention; Citizenship certificates.

Candidates will be required to show original proof of education. Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca/.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. We ask that you indicate your preference in your application.

All applicants for positions within the Royal Canadian Mounted Police will be subject to a thorough security clearance process which includes an interview wherein questions may include  (but not limited to),  reference checks, previous employment, on-line activities, credit checks, alcohol and/or drug use.

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.