CASI, Aerodromes and Air Navigation

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

SCREENING QUESTIONS
You will be required to demonstrate the essential qualifications (i.e. Education and Experience) for the initial screening by answering the online screening questions and on your résumé. It is NOT sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Rather you must clearly demonstrate WHEN, WHERE, and HOW the qualification was met through substantiation by examples. Information on your described education and experience provided in the screening questions should be supported by your résumé. Failure to provide the above information in the format required may result in your application being rejected from the process.

Your application will be used to assess the ability to communicate effectively in writing.

OFFICIAL LANGUAGES
Candidates are entitled to participate in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

Intent of the process

To create a pool of qualified candidates to meet the future needs in the Prairie and Northern and Atlantic Regions at Transport Canada. The pool may be used to staff other similar positions of various tenures and linguistic profiles at Transport Canada.

The immediate intent of this process is to fill one (1) English Essential position in the Prairie and Northern Region. Positions in Dartmouth, St. John's, and Moncton may require a bilingual profile.

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)

ED : Successful completion of secondary school education, or an acceptable combination of education, training, and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

EX1 : Recent* and significant** experience in comprehending and applying legislation or regulations in an aviation related organization.

EX2 : Experience in using applications such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel

*Recent is defined as within the last 5 years.
**Significant is defined as:
- having regulatory oversight responsibilities in an aviation related organization; or
- holding supervisory responsibilities in an aviation related organization; or
- applying aviation legislation or regulations in the provision of services to the aviation industry

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

AED : Degree or Diploma in Aviation Management

Degree equivalency

AEX1 : Experience in developing, evaluating or applying Safety Management Systems (SMS) and Risk Management concepts in Civil Aviation.

AEX2 : Experience in conducting audits or evaluations of compliance.

AEX3 : Experience in giving presentations.

AEX4 : Experience in the maintenance, management or development of certified heliports

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

Various language requirements
English Essential / BBB / CBC

Information on language requirements

K1 : Knowledge of the Aeronautics Act and the Canadian Aviation Regulations pertaining to airports.

A1 : Ability to communicate orally.
A2 : Ability to communicate in writing.

KLC1 : Demonstrating integrity and respect
KLC2 : Thinking things through
KLC3 : Working effectively with others
KLC4 : Showing initiative and being action oriented.

http://www.tbs-sct.gc.ca/tal/kcl/eff-eng.asp

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

Transport Canada is committed to employment equity. In order to ensure representation, selection may be based on qualified candidates self-identifying (at the time of application) as a member of a visible minority group.

• Willing and able to perform work requiring occasional manual and physical dexterity (e.g. bending, reaching, lifting (up to 23kg), carrying equipment, etc.)
• Willing and able to travel to local and national destinations
• Willing and able to travel via all modes of transportation to remote and/or isolated locations
• Willing and able to work in an aviation environment (i.e. noise, fumes, hazards)
• Willing and able to work overtime, irregular hours and weekends

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Possession of a valid provincial motor vehicle driver’s license.

Must hold a valid Passport for international travel.

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

COMMUNICATION
Communication with candidates for this process will be via email/PSRS. It is your responsibility to ensure accurate contact information is provided (and updated as required) and accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). It is your responsibility to check both your jobs.gc.ca account and email account regularly to ensure that you do not miss any opportunities. Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent.

ASSESSMENT - GENERAL INFORMATION
Random selection, invoking asset qualifications may be used in conjunction with other volume management strategies that can be applied at any stage in the staffing process.

Candidates will be required to provide proof of education as part of this selection process.

Candidates with foreign educational credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. You may consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials at www.cicic.ca for further information.

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

ASSESSMENT – REFERENCE CHECKS
Those selected for assessment should be prepared to provide the names and contact information of recent references (recent is defined as within the last 2 years):

References must be available, have an in-depth knowledge of your work/projects, and must be able to answer specific questions pertaining to your experience, achievements and strengths.

References that are not reachable and/or not available are lowering the candidates’ chances to be found fully qualified and be considered for appointment. When providing names of references, it is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are available to respond in a timely manner.

ASSESSMENT – RESCHEDULING
Rescheduling will only be dealt with on a case-by-case basis. Supporting documentation will be required at the time of your request to be rescheduled.

Possible reasons for alternate assessment dates:
· Medical reason with doctor's certificate;
· Death in the immediate family;
· Professional obligation (proof required);
· Confirmation of pre-approved travel plans; or
· Religious reasons.

An assignment, secondment, or acting appointment requires approval of your supervisor.

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.