Program Officer

Update: *AMENDMENT TO CLOSING DATE*

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

Our Departmental values guide us in everything we do. Service Canada is seeking candidates who identify with these values. Candidates are expected to read the Statement of Values in the Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector prior to submitting an application (https://www.tbs-sct.gc.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=25049).

The Federal Public Service is stronger and most effective when we reflect the diversity of the Canadian population we serve. Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is dedicated to building and promoting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, representative of Canadian society. All candidates who believe they are qualified are encouraged to apply, including Black, other racialized and Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities and persons of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Work environment

As a Program Officer, you will promote and deliver federal, social, and labour market funding programs and services that support employers and communities throughout Canada. You will make a difference in the lives of Canadians through these activities:

⯌ Providing information, advice and guidance to community service providers or external partners.
⯌ Assessing and making recommendations on Grants and Contributions (Gs&Cs) applications, Labour Market Impact Assessments and other employer support programs.
⯌ Interpreting and applying policies, procedures and legislation.
⯌ Negotiating funding proposals and monitoring approved projects and/or agreements.

Our department offers funding through Grants and Contributions (Gs&Cs) programs that help support jobs, training and social development. For more information and resources on Gs&Cs and funding processes, please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding.html

The Program Officer position supports hybrid work. Based on reasons of efficiency, effectiveness, operational requirements and/or for reasons of collaboration, building team spirit, innovation and creating a culture of belonging, the appointee will be required to work onsite for a minimum of two days per week (40% of their regular work schedule). Prior to appointment, the hiring manager will discuss with the successful candidate(s) the options and/or specifics as it pertains to the work arrangement.

As an employer of choice, ESDC offers professional developmental opportunities, competitive salaries, benefits, and a pension!

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates will be established to staff current and future vacancies. This selection process may be used to staff similar positions within Employment and Social Development Canada, Ontario Region.

Positions to be filled: 60

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

1) EDUCATION:

Secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives*:

*An acceptable score on the PSC test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma, or an acceptable combination** of education, training and/or experience.

**The acceptable combination will be evaluated by considering successful completion of two years of secondary school and two years of training or work experience.

The Public Service Commission (PSC) test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma is the General Competency Test (GCT1-207). (Note: Successful completion of the PSC General Intelligence Test GIT-320, which is now decommissioned, will continue to be accepted as an alternative to a secondary school diploma.)

Proof of education and, if applicable, proof of name change document(s) will be validated at a later date. Please ensure your education credential documents are readily available.

If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your credentials assessed against Canadian education standards (Canadian equivalency).

Degree equivalency

2) EXPERIENCE:

Experience in applying policies, procedures, programs, or legislation.

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

ASSET EDUCATION:

Graduation with a degree from a recognized* post-secondary institution.

*A recognized post-secondary institution includes those categorized as "recognized" as well as "authorized" by the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC). If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your credentials assessed against Canadian education standards (Canadian equivalency).

Degree equivalency

ASSET EXPERIENCE:

1. Experience in working with Indigenous peoples, individuals with diverse socio-economic backgrounds, newcomers, persons with disabilities, seniors, or youth.
2. Experience in delivering Grants and Contributions programs or services.
3. Experience in establishing and maintaining relationships with community service providers or external partners.

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

Various language requirements
English Essential
Bilingual Imperative – Level: CBC/CBC

Information on language requirements

COMPETENCIES:

• Written and Oral Communication
• Demonstrating Integrity and Respect
• Showing Initiative and Being Action-Oriented
• Thinking Things Through
• Working Effectively with Others
• Client Focus

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

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS:

Employment and Social Development Canada is committed to Employment Equity (EE). In order to achieve a representative workforce, selection may be based on qualified candidates self-declaring as belonging to one or more of the following EE designated groups: Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, women and visible minorities. We encourage you to indicate if you belong to one or more of the designated groups by completing the EE section in your application.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willing and able to work overtime, as required.
• Maintenance of a valid and current Class "G" Ontario driver's license, or other provincial equivalency.
• Willing and able to travel by driving or other modes of transportation.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Willing and able to 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

Applications are only accepted online. Persons who cannot apply online or persons with disabilities preventing them from applying online are asked to send an email prior to the closing date to .

Please DO NOT send a cover letter. The screening questions replace the cover letter.

If you currently work for the Federal Public Service, please ensure that your Personal Record Identifier (PRI) is included in the "Employee Information" section of the online job application.

Communication will be administered by email. It is imperative that you provide a current email address that accepts emails from unknown users (some email systems block these types of emails). Candidates are strongly encouraged to check their email on a regular basis. It is the candidate's responsibility to inform us of any changes regarding contact information.

Any information acquired through interaction with a candidate during the process may be used as part of the candidate's assessment.

Written exam and interview will be administered electronically/virtually during the month of March. We ask that you please make yourself available during this time.

Performance Agreements may form part of the assessment of internal candidates.

Reference checks may be sought.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

Candidates applying for bilingual positions will be asked to undergo the Public Service Commission (PSC) Second Language Evaluation (SLE) exam or provide valid SLE results. To obtain more information or a copy of your results, please visit https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/corporate/about-us/contact-us.html#sle

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

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.