Human Resource Advisor (Developmental Program) – Join Us!

Update: The opportunity to apply has been extended until April 19th, 2022!

Important messages

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Assessment accommodation

THE ADVERTISED POSITIONS ARE PART OF THE PERSONEL ADMINISTRATION DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (PEDP).

WHAT IS THE PEDP?
It’s a structured development program that is designed to help expand and strengthen your knowledge and competencies as a Human Resources Advisor. The PEDP will allow you to progress, at your own pace, from a “Developmental” level (PE-01 and PE-02) to a “Specialist” level (PE-03) and; up to the “Senior Specialist” or “Team Leader” level (PE-04) where organizational needs warrant it. The Program includes learning objectives, developmental work assignments, coaching, ongoing training and learning activities, regular feedback, and written performance assessments. You will be supported in your professional growth and recognized as your skills develop. What more could you ask for?

Duties

As a Human Resources Advisor, you will be responsible for guiding and supporting Global Affairs Canada (GAC) leaders and managers in their human resources responsibilities. You will work with them to interpret and apply policies and programs as well as develop human resources strategies!

As a PE-01 Developmental Advisor you will develop your competencies, acquire knowledge, conduct research and analysis, and provide advice and guidance related to human resources. As a PE-02 Developmental Advisor you will further develop your competencies and experience to provide more in-depth advice and guidance on operational and/or corporate activities.

FOR WHICH HUMAN RESOURCES DISCIPLINE(S) AM I INVITED TO APPLY?

Classification:
You’ll occupy a key role by contributing to the organizational design of one of the largest departments in the federal public service. You will work together with managers to identify solutions towards creating an organizational structure that meets their needs and that respects the Classification Policy and Directives. You will also provide expert advice and guidance regarding position creation and work descriptions at all levels of positions.

Staffing:
You will be a business partner for managers with positions to fill. You will accompany them to identify and plan their needs, as well as identify solutions to fill their position with the best possible candidates in a timely manner. Then, you will work with them to implement the resulting staffing processes. You will be the staffing experts serving GAC's front-line programs

Locally Engaged Staff Bureau :
The Locally Engaged Staff Bureau is responsible for establishing the framework and set of policy instruments governing all aspects related to the management of Locally Engaged Staff (LES) working at Canada's missions abroad. As part of the LES policy team, you will provide HR services and advice, primarily in classification, to managers at missions, programs at GAC headquarters and other government organizations in Canada. You will also contribute to the development of communication products, training materials as well as policy instruments and will be responsible for cyclical review exercises for the LES classification program.

Work environment

As part of the Human Resources Teams at Global Affairs Canada, you will be working in a stimulating and challenging environment as part of fun and innovative teams that collaborate on a variety of unique and complex files aligned to the organization’s international mandate.

We have innovative measures to promote the establishment and maintenance of a healthier, more inclusive and flexible work environment. This includes the possibility of teleworking and promoting a healthy work/life balance.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIVENESS
Our organization offers a healthy, inclusive and diverse workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture, and where innovation is valued.

Global Affairs Canada is committed to promoting and supporting values such as equitable treatment, accommodation and an environment free from harassment and discrimination as well as encouraging and supporting employees to work at their full potential.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to create a pool of qualified candidates to fill multiple positions with various tenures within Global Affairs Canada. The pool will be used to fill current and future needs.

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 :
• Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in human resources management, labour or industrial relations, psychology, public or business administration, organizational development, education sciences, social sciences, sociology, or in any other field relevant to the work to be performed.

NOTE: Students who will have completed their program of study by December 31st, 2022 may apply. Evidence will be required later in this process.

Information on education requirements:
https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/staffing/qualification-standards/core.html#pe

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE (PE-02 ONLY):
• Significant *experience analyzing and providing recommendations on human resources issues to managers, in an advisory role.

*Significant is defined as the depth and breadth of experience, normally acquired over a period of one (1) year.

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

ASSET EXPERIENCE:
• Experience delivering operational human resources or program services.
• Relevant* experience working in a client service environment.
• Experience in providing advice to managers on staffing.
• Experience in providing advice to managers on classification, organizational design or work descriptions.
• Experience in the interpretation and application of legislation and policies governing an HR discipline in an advisory role in the Federal Public Service.
• Experience in using collaboration tools in a decentralized work environment (i.e. Teams, Webex, One note).
• Experience in developing communication products to support and/or promote the implementation of a project, strategy, or initiative.

*Relevant experience refers to experience acquired as a member of a team providing client service to internal members of an organization.

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

Various language requirements
Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB or
Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC

*Please refer to the "Other Information" section for more details.

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:
• Knowledge of the various human resources disciplines and how they interrelate.

KNOWLEDGE (PE-02 ONLY):
• Knowledge of challenges and trends relating to human resources.

COMPETENCIES:
• Thinking Things Through
• Showing Initiative and Being Action-Oriented
• Working Effectively with Other
• Demonstrating Integrity and Respect
• Communications
• Client Service Orientation
• Judgement

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

ASSET COMPETENCY:
• Adaptability

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS:
Preference may be given to candidates who are members of an employment equity designated group.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Overtime occasionally.

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 reach the PE-03 level (Specialist HR Advisor) of the Development Program, a CBC/CBC linguistic profile is required. Therefore, priority may be given to individuals who already meet this profile. The minimum language requirement for these positions is at the BBB/BBB level.

• The Human Resources Consultant Simulation Exercise (410) will be administered to all candidates who are not already employed in the PE group. – https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/services/staffing-assessment-tools-resources/human-resources-specialists-hiring-managers/human-resources-toolbox/personnel-psychology-centre/consultation-test-services/public-service-commission-tests/human-resources-consultant-simulation-exercise-410.html

• In order to maintain quality control and ensure consistency in assessment standards at GAC, it has also been decided that individuals who have previously passed the Human Resources Consultant Simulation Exercise (410) administered by another department may be required to complete the Exercise again at GAC in order to qualify for this process.

• Public Service Entrance Exam - Test of Judgement Unsupervised Internet Test (374) will be administered. – https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/services/staffing-assessment-tools-resources/human-resources-specialists-hiring-managers/unsupervised-internet-testing/public-service-entrance-exam-test-judgement-unsupervised-internet-test-374.html

• 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.