Client Support Officer (ANTICIPATORY)

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

Only on-line applications will be accepted in order to take advantage of the many benefits of using the electronic recruitment system. Some of the benefits for applicants include the ability to:

- modify your application/résumé at any time BEFORE the closing date,
- complete screening questions which will highlight your qualifications to the hiring manager,
- verify the status of your application and notifications, at any time, and
- be notified electronically of assessment details and results.

Persons who are unable to apply on-line must contact prior to the closing date.

Intent of the process

This process will be used to staff the above mentioned position; it may also be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to staff similar positions at the Office of the Registrar of the Supreme Court of Canada with varying linguistic profiles, security profiles, and tenures.

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:

Successful completion of two years of an acceptable post-secondary educational program in computer science, information technology, information management, another specialty relevant to the position to be staffed or an acceptable combination of education, training and experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:

Recent* experience with providing first line helpdesk technical support.

Recent* experience in the installation, configuration, upgrade, maintenance and troubleshooting of personal computers and peripheral devices.

Recent* experience in the installation, configuration and troubleshooting Windows 10 and Microsoft Office Suite, including Internet Explorer.

*Recent is deemed to mean within the last five (5) years.

Experience in providing IT training and guidance to end users.

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in providing IT support to Senior Executives or Judges.

Experience working in a court, tribunal, board, or commission.

Experience in supporting and operating digital audio/video systems.

Experience in the installation and configuration of mobile devices.

Experience with the McAfee EPO (ePolicy Orchestrator) product suite.

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

Various language requirements

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of computer systems in a Microsoft Windows 10 environment using Microsoft Office Suite 2010 or higher.
Knowledge of troubleshooting techniques and problem escalation procedures.

ABILITIES:

Ability to analyze technical issues and recommend effective solutions.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple conflicting priorities.
Ability to communicate effectively orally
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

Judgement
Effective interpersonal relationships
Client Service Orientation
Dependability
Teamwork
Initiative

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

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Occasional overtime may be required.
Must be willing and readily available on stand-by during off duty hours.

Conditions of employment

Secret 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

In order to manage the number of applications in this selection process, management may use a top-down or random selection at various steps in the process to determine the number of candidates who will continue in the process.

You must be prepared to provide the original or a certified true copy of your educational credentials. Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at www.cicic.ca/indexe.stm.

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

All communication and information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to the close of process, may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

Our intention is to communicate with candidates via email. Candidates who apply on this selection process must include in their application a valid e-mail address and to make sure that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). It is the candidate's responsibility to provide any changes to their personal information to the contact indicated on this job advertisement.

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.