Careers in Administration for Persons with Disabilities

Careers in Administration for Persons with Disabilities - Inventory

Reference number: ICA23J
Selection process number: 23-ICA-NCR-OE-VAR-HR-760 Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Various locations
AS-01, CR-04, CR-05
$56,406 to $60,876 (CR-04) / $61,645 to $66,736 (CR-05) / $61,934 to $69,267 (AS-01)

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Closing date: 30 May :59, Pacific Time

Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada AND who self-declare as persons with disabilities*.

The CFIA has embraced the common hybrid work model where employees will work a minimum of 40% of their regular work schedule on-site each week at a CFIA approved location. When appropriate, the possibility for telework is dependent on the position and operational requirements. Flexible work arrangements may be discussed with the manager at the time of hiring.

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.

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is committed to Employment Equity (EE). In order to achieve a representative workforce, selection will be based on qualified candidates self-declaring as belonging to the following EE group: persons with disabilities. To self-declare, please complete the EE section in your application.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON HOW TO SELF-DECLARE

In order to self-declare, please check off the appropriate box within the online application as part of the Employment Equity section. Select option 3 – "I wish to complete the self-declaration form for Employment Equity Groups". In the next screen, please ensure that you select option 1 - "for collection purposes to be considered for this job opportunity where belonging to one of the targeted Employment Equity groups is a condition for eligibility".

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is a separate employer and is not subject to the Public Service Employment Act.

The CFIA considers applications from individuals who have legal status to work in Canada and does not give preference to Canadian citizens.

This opportunity highlights the Agency's commitment to diversity and inclusion. Post-recruitment, the CFIA is dedicated to maintaining an inclusive space for its employees. This involves creating an environment where all individuals feel valued and supported and includes initiatives such as accessible learning events, diversity training, mentorship programs, and employee resource groups such as the Persons with Disabilities Grassroots Committee to ensure that everyone has equal opportunities for growth and success within the Agency.

As per the Accessible Canada Act, disability is defined as any impairment, including a physical, mental, intellectual, cognitive, learning, communication, or sensory impairment — or a functional limitation — whether permanent, temporary, or episodic in nature, or evident or not, that, in interaction with a barrier, hinders a person's full and equal participation in society.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON HOW TO SELF-DECLARE

In order to self-declare, please check off the appropriate box within the online application as part of the Employment Equity section. Select option 3 – "I wish to complete the self-declaration form for Employment Equity Groups". In the next screen, please ensure that you select option 1 - "for collection purposes to be considered for this job opportunity where belonging to one of the targeted Employment Equity groups is a condition for eligibility".

Duties

Administrative support services play a vital role at the CFIA. Administrative support roles offer a dynamic and fulfilling work experience. Here are some aspects that make these roles rewarding:
-Variety of tasks : Administrative support roles involve a diverse range of tasks, from managing, scheduling and organizing meetings to handling correspondence and document presentation. Responding to day-to-day operations and handling unexpected challenges can be intellectually stimulating, requiring quick thinking and adaptability.
-Team Collaboration: Administrative professionals are integral members of a team. Collaborating with colleagues from across the Agency fosters a sense of community and shared purpose, contributing to a positive and engaging work experience.
-Impact on Efficiency: Administrative professionals play a crucial role in enhancing organizational efficiency. Through effective coordination and organization, they contribute to streamlined processes. Making a tangible impact on the smooth functioning of the Agency can be rewarding.
-Continuous learning: Administrative roles require individuals to stay updated on procedures, policies, and best practices. This continuous learning can be personally fulfilling and provide a clear path for career growth.

Work environment

We offer a bilingual, science-based environment, with excellent benefits, flexible hours, opportunities for advancement, an emphasis on learning and development, and a high level of employee satisfaction. Join a workforce that's as diverse as the people it serves. You can find some more great reasons to join us on our website:

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to recruit persons with disabilities across Canada for various administrative positions.
By submitting an application, you're applying to future positions, rather than a specific job. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further consideration.

**Should you be selected for further consideration from the inventory, you will not be interviewed but rather a Candidate Achievement Record (CAR) will be sent to you for completion, to determine if you meet the qualifications for entry into a qualified pool. However, you could be interviewed later by a manager for a possible best fit **.

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)

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

Eed1 – A secondary school diploma or acceptable combination* of education, training and/or experience

*A combination of approximately two years of education, training (includes on-the-job training or as a volunteer) and/or experience in a related field (e.g. administration, clerical, client service)

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

EE1 - Experience in providing client service.

EE2 - Experience in the use of MS Office Excel and Microsoft Word or similar applications.

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES

EC1 - Judgement
EC2 - Reliability
EC3 - Working effectively with others
EC4 - Written Communication

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

Various language requirements
English Essential, French Essential, Bilingual imperative

Official languages proficiency will not be assessed for entry to the pool. Candidates entered in the pool will have an opportunity for assessment of their official languages proficiency if and when they are considered for an appointment.

Second Language Writing Skills Self-Assessment
In order to help you decide if you should apply to a bilingual position, an optional self-assessment of your writing skills in your second official language is available for you to take before completing your application.

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Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - Secret security clearance - Applicants who have not lived in Canada for the past five (or ten, depending on security level) years may be required to submit a police certificate from each country in which they have lived for six months or more during this period, as well as other documentation required for the security screening process. Failure to submit this documentation if requested will eliminate the application from further consideration.

The following conditions of employment are required for an appointment:

•Adherence to the CFIA Code of Conduct.

•Adherence to the CFIA Conflict of Interest and Post-Employment Policy.

•Compliance with the Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector.

•Legal status to accept employment for the entire period of employment.

Any of the following conditions of employment may be required for an appointment:

• Willing and available to work shifts.

• Willing and available to work overtime, as required.

Other information

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency 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 targeted groups when you apply.

Personal information is obtained for the purpose of determining an individual's competence and suitability for employment. If a staffing complaint questions this determination, please be advised that relevant personal information you will provide in the course of this staffing process may be disclosed to substantiate the staffing decision.

You are entitled to participate in the staffing process in the official language of your choice.

For this staffing process, the CFIA will communicate with you by email. You must provide a valid email address to which you wish to receive communication regarding this staffing process. You must ensure that you check your email account including spam, promotion or other folders regularly as there may be a deadline for responses. If you respond past the deadline you risk being removed from the staffing process.

*We will only accept applications received through the GC Jobs website, therefore you must submit your application by clicking on "Apply online" in this advertisement. Persons who are unable to apply online must use the "Contact information" below, prior to the closing date, to request specialized accommodation.

Applicants who are screened in to this staffing process will be sent further information by email regarding what to expect during subsequent phases of this staffing process.

Depending on the number of applicants, CFIA's needs and CFIA HR plans, volume management strategies such as, but not limited to, top-down approach, cut-off scores, random selection and/or assessment may be used for the purpose of managing applications/candidates. Should a volume management strategy be used, communication regarding the application of the strategy will be provided to those candidates who are impacted.

During the application or assessment process both cheating and plagiarism are considered forms of misconduct and are not permitted. Any person found cheating, including those who help others to cheat, may be subject to removal from the staffing process.

For more information on how to apply to a CFIA staffing process, please visit:

You will be asked to provide proof of your education credentials later in the staffing process.

ACCOMMODATION MEASURES
At every step, from the application process to the end of the assessment process, accommodation measures or adjustments are available to you. Please tell us what you need. Examples include: accessible environments, different formats, larger fonts, adaptive technology, extra time, individual testing, and more.

To request accommodation measures or adjustments, and for any question about the process, contact us at cfia.onhrstaffing-a

Tips for applicants:

• When answering application questions, be thorough and provide concrete examples. "See resume" is not considered an acceptable answer. Do not assume that the screening board has any previous knowledge of your background, qualifications, or work history.

• Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being screened out of the process.

• You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be considered for a position.

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