Transportation Security Inspector

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

COVER LETTER
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❗❗ Candidates must submit a cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet all screening criteria (essential education and experience qualifications and any asset qualifications). It is not sufficient to only state that the qualification is met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. You must provide concrete examples to demonstrate that the qualification is met. You are encouraged to describe in detail when, where and how you gained the experience. Resumes will be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described in the cover letter. Failure to provide an appropriate cover letter will result in the rejection of your application. Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information.

Failure to provide the above information in the format required will result in your application being rejected from the process.

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position.

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

Duties

✏️ Duties of a Transportation Security Inspector include conducting aviation security oversight activities, taking enforcement action and providing educational expertise to stakeholders with regards to regulatory compliance of legislative requirements.

Work environment

📢 Hybrid and flexible work arrangements – a combination of on-site and teleworking may be possible.

Intent of the process

💻 The immediate intent of this process is to staff one position in Edmonton, Alberta.

A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff similar positions with various tenures (indeterminate, term, deployment, assignment, secondment or acting) within Transport Canada (TC).

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

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Education
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ED: Graduation with a diploma or degree from a recognized post-secondary institution or acceptable combination of a secondary school diploma and/or training and relevant experience.

Degree equivalency

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Experience
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EX1: Experience in developing and maintaining partnerships with internal or external agencies or clients.
EX2: Experience in comprehending and applying legislation or policies.
EX3: Experience in providing advice or recommendations to clients or management.

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Abilities
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A1: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
A2: Ability to communicate effectively orally.
A3: Ability to comprehend and apply legislation.

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Personal Suitability
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PS1: Demonstrating integrity and respect
PS2: Thinking things though
PS3: Working effectively with others
PS4: Showing initiative and being action oriented

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

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Experience
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AEX1: Experience in conducting enforcement activities.
AEX2: Experience in conducting regulatory investigations.
AEX3: Experience in conducting environmental, risk, or vulnerability assessments.
AEX4: Experience in emergency management.
AEX5: Experience in conducting regulatory or policy based inspections or regulatory or policy based audits.
AEX6: Experience in the Aviation industry.
AEX7: Experience in the Rail industry and/or Bridges and Tunnels.
AEX8: Experience in the Marine industry.

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Operational Requirements
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✔ Ability and willingness to travel, both domestically and internationally by various modes of transport.
✔ Ability and willingness to work overtime and/or irregular hours on short notice.
✔ Ability and willingness to work on standby duties on a 24/7 basis as required.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Required to pass a pre-employment Category III medical for Transportation Security Inspectors and pass a periodic Category II medical every 5 years.

The following 3 items are on a periodic basis and are occasionally required if an inspector:
Required to perform stand-by duties on a 24/7 basis.
Required to travel on short notice for extended periods regionally, domestically and internationally using all modes of transportation.
Required to work overtime and/or irregular hours as assigned including on short notice.

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

🌟 EVERYONE IS WELCOME: Transport Canada (TC) is committed to building an inclusive workforce with a diversity of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds that represent Canada.

🌟 If you would like to work in a dynamic team, are forward thinking and action oriented, enthusiastic about creating a more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, then TC is the place for you!

Communication
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✅ Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process must include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email).

✅ Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally: All written and verbal communication obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, will be used to evaluate the candidates. For instance, emails, phones calls, phone messages, screening questions, resumes and/or interview (but not limited to).

✅ Time sensitive correspondence may be transmitted via e-mail and it will be the candidate's responsibility to ensure they check their e-mail regularly. Failure to respond to communications may result in elimination from this process.

Assessment - General Information
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✅ 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 may be assessed using various methods, such as, but not limited to: written exam or assignment to be completed in MS Word, an in person or virtual interview, and reference checks.

Education
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✅ 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.

Assessment - Rescheduling
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✅ 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.

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.