Project Manager, RPM Client Services

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

When submitting an application to this selection process, you will be prompted to answer screening questions concerning the essential education, and the essential and asset experience qualifications. It is your responsibility to provide clear and concrete examples in your responses to each question, including when (from-to), where (occupational title, organization) and how you obtained your education and experience. It is recommended that you describe the experience examples in specific terms, providing sufficient details so that the Assessment Board can clearly understand. Describe the situation/task, the action you took, what you accomplished and/or what you learned. Content of your response must be supported by your CV/resume as your responses to these questions will be used as a primary source of information and your CV/resume will only be used to validate this information. Should you indicate in your response "please refer to CV/resume" your application will be rejected. Lack of examples and details will result in your application being rejected as the Assessment Board will have insufficient information to determine if the requirement is met.

Duties

The client services section represents a diverse group of expertise related to the acquisition, accommodations (i.e. space allocation and fit-up), and disposing of space at DFO facilities.

Projects will span the entire suite of services.

Intent of the process

Anticipatory. A pool of qualified candidates may be established through this staffing process and may be used to staff similar positions with different tenures (i.e. on a term, acting or an indeterminate basis).

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)

Successful completion of approved post-secondary school education, certification, diploma or employer-approved alternatives or an acceptable combination of education, training, and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

Experience establishing and maintaining working relationships with multidisciplinary
stakeholders and teams.
Experience analyzing issues and providing strategic recommendations to
clients and senior management.
Experience in consultation and liaison
Experience in the management of projects**

* Clarification: All Experience criteria requires it be gained within the last 5 years, for a position or job with duration of no less than 6 months (consecutive service). **Projects includes contract values of more than $25,000 dollars.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of basic principles of developing and documenting projects and work breakdown structures.

Showing initiative and being action oriented;
Create Vision and Strategy;
Mobilize People;
Uphold Integrity and Respect;
Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders;
Promote Innovation and Guide Change; and,
Achieve results.

Ability to communicate effectively orally
Ability to communicate effectively in writing*
Ability to interpret and or create technical documentation which may include: site plans, legal surveys, and technical graphics and contract specifications.

* All written documentation collected for the competition will be assessed.

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

Project Management Certification, such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 (Projects in Controlled Environment).

Experience developing project planning documentation
Experience delivering presentations
Experience leading (facilitating) client sessions and consolidating and analyzing
requirements.

Knowledge of the Policy on Framework for Office Accommodation and Accommodations Services, PWGSC (PSPC)

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Must recognize and abide by Departmental Code on Values and Ethics.
Must be willing and able to undertake On-call or Standby like functions, and respond in urgent, emergency situations, based upon contract provisions, and in recognition that various clients operate year round on a 24/7 basis.
Willingness to travel and work overtime, including travel to remote locations by various modes of transportation (e.g. small and large aircraft, all-terrain vehicles, boats, helicopter, etc.). Possession of a valid unrestricted driver's license.
Willingness and ability to climb and work at heights in excess of 2.4m.
Willing and able to work in light to medium industrial facilities with associated offices, combination office and laboratory facilities and/or small buildings and adjacent to, or within a marine environment with exposure to noise, mechanical/electrical machinery, fuels/lubricants.

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

Employment Equity contributes to a strong and sustainable Public Service by ensuring that the workforce reflects the rich diversity of Canada's population. At the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, we see the value that a representative workforce brings to our organization. We celebrate the richness of the people that contribute to this organization’s workforce. A workforce where the diversity of thought, culture, ethnicity, age, gender orientation and experiences are considered as invaluable assets. Together, we can meet new challenges, fuel innovation through diversity, help create prosperity and make a positive impact in the workplace and the people we serve. We encourage and value the inclusion of all people including members of the LGBTQ2+ community and the four Employment Equity Groups. We therefore encourage you to apply for this opportunity should you believe you are qualified.

All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate candidates.

A top-down selection may be used during any phases of the selection process.

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.

All information pertaining to this selection process will be sent by e-mail and/or will be indicated in your Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS) account. It is therefore your responsibility to verify your e-mail account and your PSRS account for new communication regarding this selection process on a regular basis and to advise of any change of address, phone number and/or email address.

An alternative format (such as Braille) of this notice and Statement of Merit Criteria are available upon request.

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact candidates when the screening process is completed.

A variety of assessment tools may be used in the assessment of candidates, such as: written exercise, oral interview, and/or reference checks. Some assessment tools may be administered electronically, others, in-person or over the telephone.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada has an Accommodation Policy and will accommodate up to the point of undue hardship for the duration of the selection process, and upon any offer of employment, for the performance of duties in the position.

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

Successful candidate(s) must meet and maintain the Conditions of Employment throughout their employment.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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.