Administrative 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

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates will be established and will be used to staff similar positions at the same group and level, with various linguistic requirements, on an indeterminate or temporary basis within Environment and Climate Change Canada.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

EDUCATION:
ED1: Successful completion of secondary school or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
EX1: Experience in providing administrative and financial support services in an office environment.
EX2: Experience in providing service to clients.
EX3: Experience in the use of various software programs such as: Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

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

Various language requirements
English Essential
French Essential
Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES/SKILLS:
A1: Ability to plan, organize and set priorities.
A2: Ability to analyze, synthesize various information and make recommendations.
A3: Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
A4: Ability to work in a fast paced environment
A5: Ability to work with conflicting priorities

PERSONAL SUITABILTIY:
PS1: Demonstrating integrity and respect
PS2: Thinking things through
PS3: Working effectively with others
PS4: Showing initiative and being action-oriented

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:
EXPERIENCE:
AE1: Experience in using SAP
AE2: Experience working in a virtual team
AE3: Experience in facilitating procurement and contracting services
AE4: Experience in establishing and maintaining financial records and correspondence

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
OR1: Willingness to travel
OR2: Willingness to work overtime as needed

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

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

The Ability to communicate in writing will be assessed using your answers to the screening questions AND at the written exam.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice.

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.