Regional Manager, Program Services

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Assessment accommodation

***VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: It is the responsibility of the candidate to clearly outline that they meet each of the screening criteria (i.e. Education and Experience Qualifications, both Essential and Assets). Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that the requirement is met or to provide a listing of current responsibilities, rather the candidate must provide concrete examples that illustrate how they meet the requirement. Failure to do so could result in the application being rejected from the process. Please see the following example of a screened out vs. screened in response.

EXAMPLE CRITERIA: Experience using various computer software from the Microsoft suite (at a minimum: Word, Excel, AND Outlook).

X SCREENED OUT: Yes, I have experience using the Microsoft Suite. See my résumé.

√ SCREENED IN: I have over 14 years of experience working with MS Office Suite software: Outlook, Word, Power Point, and Excel. During my college education as a Legal Administrative Assistant it was imperative that I maintain over an 80% average in all MS Office programs, and I maintained over a 95% average in all programs.

During my work experience as a Position A, Position B, and Position C, I used MS Word daily to draft various documents, letters, and memos to staff members and clientele. I used MS Excel daily to update all product orders to clients within the industry, and maintained an accurate parts inventory. In Position C at Company X, I used Excel create a budget spreadsheet, track expenses and create monthly summary reports and graphs. In all the previously listed positions, I used MS Outlook daily to write emails, and send documents to staff members, clientele, and taxpayers in addition to the calendar function to schedule internal and external meetings, organizing my tasks, etc.

As a Position D with Company Y, I use MS word to create posters, flyers, questionnaires, and invitations to clientele and team members. I use MS Excel to create and maintain an accurate accounting system for accounts payables, receivables, incomes, and expenses.

• The screening questions will be used as the primary tool in the screening process. The résumé may be used to substantiate the information provided. The board members cannot make any assumptions about the candidate's experience and will not contact candidates for additional, or potentially missing information. Please note your ability to communicate effectively in writing may be assessed via the application.

• Please carefully read the "Other Information" section of this advertisement as there is important information regarding your application.

• PLEASE NOTE: Candidates may have access to assistance throughout this staffing process. Please send any questions or requests for assistance to: .

Duties

• Develops operational plans and strategies related to branch administration for the region.
• Develops, manages and directs implementation of administrative processes and procedures regionally.
• Ensures consistency and uniformity in standards of service and quality of regional program services; analysis and interpretation of statistical data and guidance pertaining to training, administrative service and staffing.
• Develops and maintains working relationships with branch management team, and regional and departmental peers delivering Program Services.
• Identifies and makes recommendations to management on issues which may have an impact on inter/intra-regional programs, policies or activities.
• Manages human and financial resources for the Program Services Branch.

Work environment

TRANSPORT CANADA: A SMART CAREER MOVE!

Apply today for an opportunity to join Transport Canada.

We are looking for dynamic candidates that will help shape and build the future of Transport Canada. The persons selected will have the opportunity to increase their experience and expertise. We look forward to hearing from you!

Transport Canada employs over 6,000 talented and motivated employees working in the Atlantic, Quebec, Ontario, Prairie and Northern, Pacific regions, and at our Ottawa headquarters. We develop policies and enforce acts and regulations that support transportation efficiency, safety, security, durability, and align with global standards. Our vision is of a safe, secure, durable, innovative and integrated transportation system that supports trade and economic growth, a cleaner environment and the wellbeing of Canada's middle class. Our transportation agenda thrives to adopt new ways of thinking about how we deliver services and oversee the transportation system.

Intent of the process

The intent of the process is to staff one (1) English Essential position on a permanent basis (indeterminate) located in Dartmouth (Nova Scotia).

A pool of qualified and partially qualified candidates may be established from this process to fill identical or similar positions within Transport Canada with various tenures.

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)

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

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
• Experience delivering administrative services related to Human Resources (such as recruitment, training, organizational design, labour relations) AND one or more of the following:
- Materiel and asset management
- Procurement and contracting
- Facilities
- Telecommunications
• Experience supervising staff.
• Experience managing a budget.
• Experience developing AND implementing internal procedures AND/OR policies.
• Experience providing recommendations to management in the areas of finance,
procurement, business planning or human resources.

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

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Must be willing and able to travel occasionally.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime occasionally.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KEY LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
Please see the following link for definitions:
https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/professional-development/key-leadership-competency-profile.html

• Uphold Integrity and Respect
• Promote Innovation and Guide Change
• Create Vision and Strategy
• Achieve Results
• Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
• Mobilize People
• Digital Literacy*

*Definition: Using digital technology and communication tools appropriately to access, manage, integrate, analyze and evaluate information, construct new knowledge and create and communicate with others.

ABILITIES
• Ability to communicate effectively orally.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Ability to plan, organize and meet tight deadlines.

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

EDUCATION
Graduation with a degree, diploma or having completed courses from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in human resources, finance, business administration, organizational design, organizational behaviour or other fields relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
• Experience providing strategic analysis AND recommendations to management.
• Experience in the interpretation AND application of policies, guidelines or legislation.

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

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

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. Candidates must include a valid email address in their application. It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure that this address is functional and that it accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). It is recommended to include an alternate email address in your profile. It is also the candidate's responsibility to ensure accurate information is provided and updated as required.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Please indicate your preferred official language in your application.

Persons who cannot apply online or persons with disabilities preventing them from applying online are asked to inform the contact person responsible for this process prior to the closing date.

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.