Human Resources Officer, Diversity, Inclusion and Employment Equity (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

In support of achieving a diverse workforce, selection will be limited to one or more of the following Employment Equity groups: Indigenous (Aboriginal) persons, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, Women.

Work environment

At Fisheries and Oceans Canada, we believe that our employees are the key to achieving our objectives. That is why we offer a positive work environment that is worthy of their commitment and professionalism. We promote career advancement by offering opportunities to develop and acquire new skills and knowledge. We encourage continuous training and embrace new technologies that allow us to increase efficiency and flexibility in our work environment. We promote diversity and the use of both official languages. You will enjoy a healthy work-life balance and flexible working arrangements may be available.

Here are some reasons why employees choose to work at DFO:
• Build genuine relationships based on trust and collaboration.
• Love challenges and being busy.
• Enjoy helping others make well informed decisions.
• Autonomy to innovate and be creative.
• They’re passionate about supporting DFO’s contributions towards the preservation of the environment.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter "One page of your proudest professional accomplishments relevant to the experience criteria."

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

Education
A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Experience
• Experience in the areas of diversity, inclusion or employment equity.
• Experience planning, implementing, and reporting on progress to management on projects, events or initiatives.
• Experience establishing and maintaining partnerships with internal or external stakeholders.
• Experience developing communication products.

Degree equivalency

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Competencies
• Mobilizing People
• Upholding Integrity and Respect
• Creating Vision and Strategy
• Collaborating with Partners and Stakeholders
• Promoting Innovation and Guiding Change
• Achieving Results
• Effective communication skills

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

• Official designation by the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion as a Canadian Certified Inclusion Professional (CCIP)
• Certification as an Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) administrator

Experience:
• Experience developing and delivering presentations or training.
• Experience in writing documents for senior management such as: briefing notes, presentations, etc.
• Experience in using social media platforms as a communication tool.
• Experience working with Indigenous groups and/or organizations.
• Experience in project management.
• Experience in data analytics.
• Experience leading working groups or projects, including the development and monitoring of deliverables.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Willingness and ability to work overtime, as required.
• Willing and able to travel, as required.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

All employees of the core public administration are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and attest to their vaccination status unless accommodated based on a medical contraindication, religion, or another prohibited ground for discrimination as defined under the Canadian Human Rights Act.

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

Shortlisting may be applied, which may include consideration of depth and breadth of experience or top-down ranking.

Depending on the position being staffed, any other requirements may also be deemed as essential or asset requirements for the position.

On October 6, 2021, the Government of Canada announced details of its plans to require vaccination across the federal public service. As per the new Policy on COVID-19 Vaccination for the Core Public Administration Including the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, federal public servants in the Core Public Administration and members of the RCMP must attest to their vaccination status. The requirement for employees to be fully vaccinated applies whether they are teleworking, working remotely or working on-site. This is a condition of employment and it applies to indeterminate (permanent), determinate (term), casual, and student hiring. Should you reach the point in the selection process where it is necessary to verify terms and conditions of employment then the hiring manager or a human resources representative will contact you in order to complete an attestation.

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.