Tailor Instructor CORCAN

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

Work environment

Positions are located in federal correctional institutions or in community facilities where CORCAN operates vocational training centers or runs projects. Individuals employed in these areas are responsible for ensuring the completion of products for clients, while directly supervising offenders receiving training in these workplaces and providing them with employment and employability skill development opportunities. All incumbents must agree to work in a federal correctional setting (institutional and community) on a regular basis and have direct interactions with the offenders they are required to supervise. Incumbents also have direct contact with staff within other areas of Correctional Service Canada and government, as well as clients, stakeholders and members of the public. More information on CORCAN's business lines can be found at: https://www.csc-scc.gc.ca/corcan/002005-0001-eng.shtml.

Intent of the process

This selection process could be used to create a pool of qualified candidates that could be used to fill similar or identical positions with various profiles and language requirements, various security profiles and various 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)

EXPERIENCE:

Experience in the field of textile manufacturing.

Experience using garment making equipment such as a regular or specialized sewing machine.

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

Various language requirements
French essential
English essential
Bilingual - imperative BBB/BBB

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of CORCAN's Employment and Employability Program for offenders.

ABILITIES:

Ability to use machinery used in the manufacturing of textile products.

Ability to follow the steps of tailoring and cutting of garments.

Ability to communicate effectively orally.

Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES:

Demonstrating Integrity and Respect.

Thinking Things Through.

Working Effectively with Others.

Showing initiative and being action-oriented.

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

EDUCATION:

Post secondary education in a field related to the position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:

Experience in transferring knowledge and skills to other persons.

Experience working in the repair and maintenance of sewing equipment and machines.

Experience working with offenders in a correctional setting (institutional or community).

Experience in working with groups of clientele with mental health needs, Indigenous peoples/organizations, or Ethno cultural groups.

Experience working as an instructor for groups of women.

Experience working in a garment cutting and sewing shop.

Experience with computerized pattern systems.

Experience in inventory management related to textile products.

Experience in packaging and distribution of orders.

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

Information on employment equity

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Willingness to travel occasionally.

Willingness to work overtime when required.

Willingness to work shift work when required.

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

We may assess the essential and asset qualifications using interviews, written tests (take home assignments or other), references or a combination of these or other assessment methods. Other sources of information (such as performance agreements, work samples, board member knowledge, etc.) may be used to assess the criteria identified on the Statement of Merit Criteria.

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

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

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, 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.