Regional Communications Officer

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

Duties

The Regional Communications Officer provides services to victims, their representatives, advocacy groups, media, criminal justice partners and the public. They accompany observers including registered victims federal institutions, respond to media and public enquiries, and manage a program of public education by delivering information sessions to criminal justice partners, stakeholders, and the general public.

The position requires on-site presence at least two days a week.

Work environment

Looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic work environment? Come work for us!

The Parole Board of Canada (PBC) is a small independent administrative tribunal with an impactful mandate.

The PBC contributes to public safety through the gradual, timed and controlled release of offenders back into society. We work with both offenders and victims of crime. We also administer some other very interesting programs: Record Suspensions (Pardons), Expungement (Historically Unjust Convictions), and Clemency (Royal Prerogative of Mercy).

We are a diverse, inclusive and barrier-free organization that draws on the talent, ideas and creative potential of all our employees. We support positive mental health and work-life balance, which includes a flexible telework policy. We also support second language learning through a dedicated budget and employee learning through a Collective Learning Roadmap.

We are part of the core federal public service and an employer of choice! But don’t just take our word for it – check out what our employees have to say*:
• 94% feel their work contributes to the achievement of the organization’s goals.
• 90% are proud of the work they do.
• 90% say their immediate supervisor supports the use of flexible work hours.
• 84% say that every individual is accepted as an equal member of the team in their work unit.
• 84% say their immediate supervisor supports their mental health and well-being.

For more information on who we are and what we do, visit Canada/Parole-Board-of-Canada, or check us out on X (Twitter) at @pbc-clcc.

*Source: 2023 Public Service Employee Survey.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to establish a pool of qualified candidates for future vacancies. The pool may be used to staff positions on a permanent and/or temporary basis within the Parole Board of Canada in the Quebec Region (Montreal). The tenure may vary depending on the position being staffed.

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)

EDUCATION

A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives.

The employer-approved alternatives to a secondary school diploma are:
- A satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; or
- An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

E1 - Significant* experience in analyzing information to explain procedures, policies or law.

E2 - Significant* experience in interpreting and applying** legislation, policies or procedures.

* Significant experience refers to the breadth and depth of experience and is defined as a combination of time spent doing the activity, as well as type (range, scope, and complexity) of work handled related to the experience criteria.

**Applying refers to the execution of a task that is within the procedure, legislation or policies.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES

A1: Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines while working under pressure.
A2: Ability to work autonomously and within a team.
A3: Ability to prepare and deliver oral presentations to groups.
A4: Ability to research, analyze and synthesize.
A5: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
A6: Ability to communicate effectively verbally.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

PS1: Judgement
PS2: Reliability
PS3: Integrity
PS4: Respect

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

ASSET EDUCATION

AED1: A post-secondary diploma (professional or college) in a field related to the duties of the position (such as; social sciences, legal sciences, law, politics, public administration or communication, etc.).

AED2: Grade or certificate from a recognized university institution with acceptable specialization in criminology, sociology, psychology, social work, communications or other fields relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

ASSET EXPERIENCE

AE1: Experience in providing services to victims of crime.
AE2: Experience working within the criminal justice system.
AE3: Experience working in communications or information services.
AE4: Experience working with or making presentations to stakeholders and partners.
AE5: Experience in writing and editing communication products.

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

Information on employment equity

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

- Be willing and able to travel (this may include being away overnight).
- Be willing and able to work irregular hours when traveling.
- Be willing and able to work long hours on occasion.
- Be willing to travel on short notice.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

- Must have a valid driver’s licence and be able to drive.

- Be willing and able to travel to various locations including the National Capital Region, various federal institutions, community correctional centres and parole offices.

- Because the incumbent of this position is exposed on a daily basis to disturbing, often offensive, information (particularly descriptions of sex offences or violent offences), the person appointed to the position must be able and willing to carry out his/her tasks objectively while exposed to this information.

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

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.