Junior Analyst, Access to Information and Privacy

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

Transport Canada (TC) is looking for bright and motivated individuals looking for a career!

• Enjoy a good challenge?
• Like solving puzzles?
• Have an interest in law that goes beyond television shows?
• Like getting to the bottom of things?
• Want to work with a vibrant team in an organization that values diversity and respect?

At Transport Canada, we support your growth! We will help you develop valuable skills and offer opportunities to achieve organizational, professional and personal goals in a respectful and inclusive workplace. Our goals is to grow ATIP Analysts from a PM-01 (entry-level) to a PM-04 (senior level). Although the length varies according to competencies and individual progression, it tends to take three to four years to achieve senior level.

Who is Transport Canada?

Transport Canada is responsible for transportation policies and programs. We promote safe, secure, efficient and environmentally responsible transportation. What does that mean? We inspect airplanes, ensure railways operate safely and set the rules for ports and airports. We also support new technologies and test them while promoting sustainable transportation such as electric vehicles. These are examples of the work achieved at Transport Canada where we value professional excellence, teamwork, diversity and mutual respect.

What is ATIP?

As we conduct our business, we create and receive a lot of information to which Canadians can request access. The Access to Information Act gives the Canadian public a right to access information contained in federal government records.

As an ATIP Analyst, you would be responsible for assessing important records to determine what information can be disclosed and what information should be protected in accordance with provisions for exclusions and exemptions specified in the Acts. The ATIP Analyst interacts with those requesting information, with various employees of the department, with other government institutions and third parties that need to be consulted on their information. Client focus and negotiation skills are definitely assets for this job.

The Privacy Act gives Canadians the right of access to information about themselves held by the federal government. Information about individuals may be disclosed only with their consent or if it is found to be in the public interest. The ATIP analyst is responsible for safeguarding personal information from disclosure, and for responding to individuals’ requests about their information.

Intent of the process

This is an anticipatory process to create a pool of qualified candidates to fill positions at the Junior Officer (PM-01) level in the Prairie Northern Region and in the Quebec Region. Qualification in a pool may not result in a nomination for a position identified in this process.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter

A response to a text question addressing the following:

• If you wish to be considered for a bilingual position, please indicate if you are at the beginner, intermediate, or advanced level of your other Official Language.

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

EDUCATION
A post-secondary school diploma.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
• Experience in researching and analyzing documents to prepare recommendations or present analytical findings.

• Experience in writing formal letters or correspondence to various stakeholders.

• Experience providing client service.

ABILITIES
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing
• Ability to interpret policy and legislation

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

Various language requirements

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES
• Ability to communicate effectively orally
• Ability to plan work, set priorities and meet tight deadlines

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES
• Working Effectively with Others
• Demonstrating integrity and respect
• Showing Initiative and Being Action-Oriented
• Reliability
• Attention to detail

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

EDUCATION
• Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a field relevant to the duties of the position such as law, public administration or business administration.

• Graduation with a certificate from a recognized post-secondary institution directly related to protection of privacy and information access.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
• Experience working in an Access to Information and Privacy Office at the Federal, Provincial or Municipal level, or in the private sector.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Willingness and ability to work overtime occasionally and sometimes on short notice.
• Willingness and ability to travel when required.
• Must be able to work remotely, for example from home, as required

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

Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their responses to the screening questions how they meet the “essential qualifications” (education AND experiences).

FOR EACH CRITERIA/ QUESTION, please provide the following MANDATORY information:
1 - Name of the department or organization where the experience was acquired;
2 - Title of the position occupied and duration for which you exercised the functions;
3 - Specific details of tasks, projects or accomplishments demonstrating the experience was acquired.

The answers provided to the screening questions will be the main source of information. Failure to provide complete answers may result in job applications being screened out from further consideration in this process. Should you indicate in your response "please refer to resume" we may be unable to assess you against the position’s essential qualifications which could result in a failure. Lack of examples and details will result in your application being rejected. Applicants will not be contacted to clarify incomplete or missing information.

All information provided by applicants, including communications, may be used to assess the ability to communicate effectively in writing and assess the ability to communicate effectively orally.

"Asset qualifications" are not required in order to apply for this process. However, asset qualifications could be used either at the screening phase or to determine which candidate will be appointed. Therefore, if candidates meet the asset qualifications, they should also describe in their answers to the screening questions how they meet these qualifications using detailed and concrete examples.

Written Exam
Applicants will be evaluated on their abilities to communicate effectively in writing and to interpret policies and legislation, a section of the application to this process is devoted to the written exam assessing these criteria.

The following are some of the expected behaviours for each of these competencies :

Ability to communicate effectively in writing
• Candidate writes without or with very few grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors.
• Text is well structured and logical.
• The candidate clearly and concisely defines messages, important points and issues.

Ability to interpret policies and legislation
• The candidate demonstrates an ability to understand the Access to information Act and Privacy Act (the Acts) and key facts.
• The candidate is able to articulate the purpose and main points of the Acts in their own words.
• The candidate is able to demonstrate tangible differences between the two Acts.

Interested persons must meet each essential qualification to be appointed to the position.

A person may be appointed to the position even though he/she does not meet any or all of the asset qualifications or organizational needs. However, meeting these criteria is desirable and may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed.

Please ensure that your Personal Record Identifier (PRI), if you have one, and contact information are included in your application.

Candidates will be advised of their individual results in this advertised appointment process in writing. However, the “Notice of Consideration" (first notification) and the "Notification of Appointment or Proposal of Appointment" (second notification) will only be available through www.jobs-emplois.gc.ca.

An interview may be administered.

Reference checks will be sought.

Candidates may be asked to provide their performance assessment as part of the selection process.

A pool may be established to staff similar positions with various tenures.

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.

For this selection process, our intention is to communicate with applicants by e-mail for screening/assessment purposes (including issuing screening results, and sending invitations for written tests and interviews).

Acknowledgement of receipt of applications will not be sent.

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

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.