Director, Single Window Access to Language Training

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Intent of the process

This process will be used to staff one (1) indeterminate position, and to create a pool of fully or partially qualified candidates that may be used to staff similar positions at an identical or equivalent group and level with various languages proficiencies (Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC, Bilingual Imperative CCC/CCC,), various security profiles and various tenures using various staffing activities for positions within Health Canada and Public Health Agency of Canada. If you are interested in this type of work, you are encouraged to apply on this process.

Positions to be filled: 1

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 diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

Experience

1. Signficant* Experience developing and implementing language training and second language evaluation (SLE) programs for adults.

2. Experience in the recruitment of teachers, evaluators and/or administrative and/or management personnel.

3. Experience in performance evaluation of employees.

4. Experience in planning and implementation of multiple course offerings and Second Language Evaluation (SLE) assessments.

5. Significant *Experience in promoting and marketing services.

6. Experience in analysing complex** problems and information and making recommendations.


*Significant” refers to the depth and breadth of experience associated with the performance of a broad range of related activities which were primarily the candidate's responsibility. This level of experience is normally achieved through the performance of relevant duties on a regular and continuous basis for a period of approximately 2 years.

**« Complex » is defined in consideration of the diversity of cases, files or projects handled, the degree of independence shown, the depth of research, strategic linkages and/or analysis required, the variety and sensitivity of stakeholders engaged, and the level of urgency, priority and profile of work completed.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (CBC/CBC)

Information on language requirements

Knowledge

1. Knowledge of adult learning theories, principles and practices.
2. Knowledge of methods and criteria used to assess second official languages (French and English) in the federal public service.
3. Knowledge of new trends in language teaching, learning and evaluations.

Abilities

1. Ability to gather and analyze data and develop options, strategies and recommendations on strategic or operational matters.
2. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Personal Suitability

1. Create Vision and Strategy.
2. Mobilize People.
3. Uphold Integrity and Respect ( including the respectful of diversity)
4. Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders.
5. Promote Innovation and Guide Change.
6. Achieve Results.
7. Written Communication.
8. Oral Communication.
9. Judgement.

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

Asset Education

1. Graduation with a Master’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

Asset Experiences

1. Experience in managing a language training school.
2. Experience in distance learning in a virtual environment.
3. Experience in the management of projects related to the design, delivery and implementation of language training programs (e.g., online training, blended learning courses).
4. Experience in making presentations to senior management (e.g., Director General and Assistant Deputy Minister level).
5. Experience in budget management.

Operational Requirements

1. Willingness and ability to work long hours and overtime on short notice.

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

1. A written examination may be administered.
2. Reference checks may be sought.
3. An interview may be administered.
4. Please identify clearly your substantive group and level and your employment status on your resume and/or application form.
5. Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.
6. CANDIDATES WILL NOT BE SOLICITED FOR INCOMPLETE OR POSSIBLY MISSING INFORMATION.
7. For this process, emails are the most efficient way to communicate with you. CANDIDATES WHO APPLY TO THIS SELECTION PROCESS MUST INCLUDE AN EMAIL ADDRESS THAT ACCEPTS EMAIL FROM UNKNOWN USERS (SOME EMAIL SYSTEMS BLOCK THESE TYPES OF EMAIL). If you do not wish to receive results by email and if you change your email address during the process, it is your responsibility to inform us.
8. Candidates that fail to confirm their attendance at the written exam or the interview; will be considered to have withdrawn from the process.
9. If a candidate is no longer interested in this position and has chosen to voluntarily withdraw, they must notify as soon as possible.
10. Candidates are advised that their exam or interview will only be rescheduled under these exceptional circumstances:
- Medical reason with certificate
- Pre-arranged travel with proof
- Pre-scheduled training with proof
- Pre-arranged exam/interview for another Government of Canada staffing process with proof
- Pre-approved vacation with proof
- Death in the family
- Other exceptional reason deemed acceptable by the Selection Board (e.g. Jury Duty, etc.)
11. Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.
12. Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications or the organizational needs, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed. Meeting one or many of the asset qualifications may be a deciding factor in appointing a particular candidate amongst the qualified candidates. Please note that one, some or all of the asset qualifications could be used at the screening phase.
13. If you required technical support to apply for this position, please contact jobs.gc.ca at: http://emplois-jobs.gc.ca/centres/contact-contactez/index-eng.php
14. Please note that candidates are responsible for submitting their application by the closing date in order to be considered. No applications will be accepted once the deadline has passed.
15. Foreign educational credentials must be assessed by a recognized credential assessment service. If you have been educated outside of Canada, it is your responsibility to have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian educational standards. For more information, please see the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC) at http://www.cicic.ca/927/identifytheorganization-responsible-for-recognition.canada.

As per the 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 (temporary), 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.