VARIOUS ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS

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

🌟Diversity and Inclusion is important to us at PCO!

If you require any assistance, or for information on how to apply in an alternate format due to a disability, please contact the email address indicated in the "Contact information" section below prior to the closing date.

The Privy Council Office is committed to building a diverse workforce that is representative of the Canadian population through equitable and accessible employment practices. We strive to achieve an inclusive and open work environment that embraces a variety of perspectives where accessibility is a central pillar to all. These qualities help us make a positive impact in the lives of our increasingly diverse clientele, in a workplace where everyone’s contributions are valued.

We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply. Self-declaration is voluntary, confidential, and, will assist us in supporting the achievement of greater representativeness.

How to complete a self-declaration:
1- Click Apply Online;
2- Complete the Employment Equity section;
3- Click on I want to complete the Self-Declaration Form for Employment Equity Groups; and,
4- Fill out the form. In order to allow the organization to use the information for staffing purposes, you must select purpose 1 - selection processes and statistics related to selections and EE workforce representation.

You will be prompted to answer screening questions concerning the essential education and experience qualifications and, other (non-essential) qualifications. Here are some tips for responding to screening questions:
▶ When responding please clearly demonstrate HOW, WHEN, and WHERE each qualification was met and provide examples.
▶ Each example should include when the example took place, background of the situation, what you did, how you did it, what your role was in the situation, and what was the outcome.

Work environment

EVERYONE IS WELCOME: The Privy Council Office (PCO) is committed to building an inclusive workforce with a diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds that represents Canada now and in the future. We are passionate about fostering a workplace where all people feel welcome, can reach their full potential, and contribute their unique perspectives and experiences to the success of the team.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to create a pool of partially assessed candidates to fill positions with various language profiles, durations (term, indeterminate, assignment, secondment, acting appointment and deployment) and conditions of employment in the Privy Council Office.

Preference may be given to candidates who, at the time of application, indicate that they are belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups (self-declaration): Aboriginal peoples, Women, Visible Minorities and Persons with Disabilities.

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
ED: A secondary school diploma or acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

AS-01 & AS-02
EX1 Experience providing service in an environment where priorities are changing, and tasks are varied
EX2 Experience using Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and/or Outlook

AS-02 ONLY
EX3 Experience drafting, editing and reviewing documents
EX4 Experience maintaining a database, including entering and validating data

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

Various language requirements

Information on language requirements

COMPETENCIES
C1: Demonstrating integrity and respect
C2: Thinking things through
C3: Working effectively with others
C4: Showing initiative and being action-oriented

ABILITIES
A1 Ability to communicate effectively in oral
A2 Ability to communicate effectively in writing
A3 Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines

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

EXPERIENCE
AEX1: Experience providing administrative support services to management
AEX2: Experience in coordinating meetings or teleconferences
AEX3: Experience in coordinating travel or hospitality
AEX4: Experience leading a team.
AEX5: Experience in Human resources
AEX6: Experience in Finance
AEX7: Experience in the handling of confidential materials or documents.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Top Secret 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

▶ You are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of your choice, and you will be asked to indicate your preferred official language of correspondence in your application.
▶ An interview and/or written exam may be administered.
▶ Reference checks may be conducted.
▶ You will be asked to provide proof of education credentials, and proof of Canadian Citizenship at a later date.
▶ If after the assessment you meet all essential qualifications you will be placed in a qualified pool, where you will be notified of opportunities as they arise.

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.