Administrative Services Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities

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

A person with a disability has a long term or recurring physical, mental, sensory, psychiatric or learning impairment and:
• considers themselves to be disadvantaged in employment by reason of that impairment;
• believes that an employer or potential employer is likely to consider them to be disadvantaged in employment by reason of that impairment.

This definition also includes persons whose functional limitations owing to their impairment have been accommodated in their current job or workplace. Disabilities include: co-ordination or dexterity (difficulty using hands or arms, for example, grasping or handling a stapler or using a keyboard), mobility (difficulty moving around, for example, from one office to another or up and down stairs), blind or visual impairment (unable to see or difficulty seeing), deaf or hard of hearing (unable to hear or difficulty in hearing), speech impairment (unable to speak or difficulty speaking and being understood), other disability (including learning disabilities, developmental disabilities and all other types of disabilities).

Duties

We are looking for people who think independently, work creatively and enjoy working in a team environment to support the priorities of the agency.

As a Corporate Administrative Services Assistant (CR-04), you will provide a full range of administrative support including mail, procurement and contracting, records management, and overall client service. You will be dealing with a variety of tasks where each day is different from the next.

As an Administrative Assistant (AS-01), you will manage an executive's agenda and travel arrangements, prepare and draft correspondence, and coordinate logistics related to meeting schedules, take minutes and records of decision, and so much more.

Work environment

Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan) is an innovative workplace that makes a difference in British Columbia. We care about our accomplishments as a team and about each other. We consistently rank as a top federal department to work in and are driven to be the best at what we do. We hire top talent and provide an employment experience that brings out the best in people. We are motivated by achieving great results for British Columbians and Canadians.

Why should you consider a career with PacifiCan? If you join our team, you will:
• Work with engaged people who support each other and love the work they do;
• Contribute to meaningful work that strengthens the economy and makes a real difference in the lives of British Columbians and Canadians;
• Enjoy a culture of continuous learning and support for your professional development;
• Gain exposure to diverse economic sectors and issues of importance to the future economy;
• Work with modern tools and technology; and,
• Work with an innovative leadership team who is passionate about hiring and developing talent, and achieving results.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to create a pool of qualified candidates which may be used to staff similar positions in PacifiCan and may be shared with other departments of the Federal Public Service.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter "Please describe how you have the experience we are looking for."

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

EDUCATION:
▸ A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
BOTH Corporate Administrative Services Assistant (CR-04) & Administrative Assistant (AS-01):
▸ Experience providing administrative support services within an office environment.
▸ Experience managing conflicting priorities and meeting operational deadlines.
▸ Experience using spreadsheet software, word processing software and an electronic mail system.

Administrative Assistant (AS-01) ONLY:
▸ Experience providing administrative services for a manager such as monitoring a budget, verifying invoices and processing payments, and monitoring and tracking correspondence.
▸ Experience planning and coordinating meetings, schedules and agendas for events, and distributing information.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

The following competencies and abilities are essential qualifications and are required for all positions.

COMPETENCIES:
▸ Demonstrating Integrity and Respect
▸ Thinking Things Through
▸ Working Effectively with Others
▸ Showing initiative and being action-oriented

ABILITIES:
▸ Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
▸ Ability to communicate effectively orally.
▸ Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

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

ASSET EXPERIENCE:
The following are asset qualifications; while they are not essential for the job nor this application, managers may consider them when making a hiring decision after the process is complete.
▸ Experience using an electronic file management system.
▸ Experience providing administrative support in material management, general procurement, contracting or accommodations.
▸ Experience working in financial tracking software.
▸ Experience making travel arrangements and processing travel claims.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Based on the requirements of the position, the following operational requirements may be applied.
▸ Willingness and ability to work overtime as required.
▸ Willingness and ability to travel as required.
▸ Willingness and ability to lift up to 20 kg.

Conditions of employment

Reliability or Secret security clearance depending on position to be staffed.

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

All communication relating to this process, including email correspondence and telephone conversations, may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

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.