Human Resources Generalist Advisor

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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

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📢 We are looking for:

• PE-02 (DEVELOPMENTAL): Bilingual Human Resources Professionals to start at the PE-02 level and train in the PE Professional Development Program (currently under review), towards a promotion to the PE-03 level in a Generalist Human Resources Advisor role.

• PE-03: Bilingual Human Resources Professionals to fulfill a PE-03 level in a Generalist Human Resources Advisor role. *For internal candidates who hold a position at the PE-03 level or equivalent, an informal interview may be used.

Salary Progression:
1) PE-02: $71,643 to $79,519 (under review)
2) PE-03: $80,336 to $89,295 (under review)
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🪐 At the Canadian Space Agency, we believe that creating a work environment that respects and includes differences and recognizes the unique contributions of individuals can improve the well-being and maximize the potential of all our employees and serve as a model for other organizations. The Canadian Space Agency wants to step to the forefront and be a leader within the international space community.

Diversity is conducive to creativity, innovation and excellence. These values are equally necessary to the success of Canada's space program. We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to the team!

Duties

We are looking for HR professionals to join our great and dynamic team, who :
• Contribute to continuous improvement and have a desire to innovate;
• Provide creative ideas and solutions are open-minded;
• Build collaborative relationships with clients, HR team members and partners;
• Share our values of trust, teamwork, accountability, respect and customer satisfaction.

What will you do?
As Human Resources Generalist Advisor, you will be responsible for providing operational services to client portfolios.You will be required to:
• Act as a strategic HR Advisor to your clients;
• Provide advice and guidance in HR disciplines, primarily in staffing, classification (1st level of advice) and HR planning;
• Identify human resources issues;
• Assist in resolving complex HR issues;
• Work with clients to determine their needs.

⭐The HR Team⭐
United, professional, multidisciplinary and present at the heart of the organization, our team works every day to acquire and develop our most valuable resource: our people! We are recognized as a strategic and visionary partner offering quality and indispensable services. Fully engaged, the Human Resources team contributes to making the Canadian Space Agency a model of excellence in the management of its human resources and work environment.

Work environment

The Canadian Space Agency is an exciting place to work and is at the forefront of the development and application of space knowledge for the benefit of Canadians and humanity.

We have our own departmental compensation service.

Here are some benefits of working at the John H. Chapman Space Centre, which is located in Longueuil:
🚀 Free parking
🚀 Free access to the gym (changing room and showers available free of charge)
🚀 Cafeteria offering a wide variety of quality meals at reasonable cost
🚀 Outdoor terrace with tables and umbrellas
🚀 Daycare
🚀 Larkin-Kerwin Library.

FLEXIBLE WORK MODE:
During the COVID-19 pandemic, federal employees demonstrated their ability to adapt to new ways of working both on-site and remotely, while delivering results for Canadians. We have therefore taken inspiration from experience and the Canadian Space Agency has adopted a hybrid and flexible work mode as part of its work environment.

Depending on the nature of the work required by the position and operational needs, hybrid forms of work, such as telework, a combination of on-site work and telework, and compressed work schedules will be possibilities. On a case-by-case basis, a telework arrangement could be considered from any location in Canada. Employees who telework may be asked to travel to the work site, if needed, at their own expense.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to immediately fill one (1) positions of Human Resources Generalist Advisor on an indeterminate basis. A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be also used for appointments for similar positions with varying employment tenures, language requirements, position locations, security requirements depending on the needs of the positions being staffed.

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)

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in human resources management, labor 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: The courses for the specialization must be acceptable and must have been taken at a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily within a degree program in the required specialization.

Degree equivalency

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EXPERIENCE:
PE-02:
• Approximately eighteen (18) months of experience in providing staffing advice and guidance to managers in an operational environment

• Experience analyzing and interpreting human resources information from a variety of sources to make recommendations to hiring managers/clients.

PE-03:
• Approximately three (3) years of experience in providing staffing advice and guidance to managers in an operational environment

• Experience analyzing and interpreting human resources information from a variety of sources to make recommendations to hiring managers/clients.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

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COMPETENCIES:
• Thinking things through
• Showing initiative and being action-oriented
• Working effectively with others
• Demonstrating integrity and respect
• Client Service Orientation
• Business Acumen
• Communication

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE:
• Experience providing advice and guidance in one of the following human resources areas, such as, but not limited to: Human Resources Planning, Learning, Employment Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, Official Languages, Classification/Organizational Design.

• Experience in conducting large-scale staffing processes.

• Experience in providing advice and guidance in executive recruitment.

• Experience in preparing and presenting to employees and/or managers/supervisors on various HR related topics.

• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) Designation.

• Experience providing human resources advice and guidance in a government setting (municipal, provincial/territorial/federal).

• Experience in providing advice and guidance to clients related to labour relations.

• Experience in the interpretation and application of collective agreements and legislative framework in the field of labour relations.

• Experience in dealing with bargaining agent representatives.

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Selection may be limited to candidates self-declaring as part of the following equity-seeking groups: Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilites, visible minorities and women.

Information on employment equity

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OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Willingness and ability to work overtime, as required.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status 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

A variety of assessment methods may be used, such as interviews, record of achievement, references.

Depending on the number of candidates, departmental needs or the human resources plan, application volume management strategies may be adopted, such as top-down selection and/or determining a cut-off score (highest score).

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

By applying to this process, you consent to your personal application-related information being shared with other government departments in the event that they would ask for it, in order to consider your application.

🌎 CONNECT WITH US!
Web Site: Agence spatiale canadienne (ASC) - La découverte de l'espace | Agence spatiale canadienne (asc-csa.gc.ca)

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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.