Job Summary
- Advising managers and employees on the application of human resources policies, directives, guidelines, standards, processes and procedures related to human resources to ensure understanding and compliance with human resources policies and programs and service delivery requirements;
- Providing recommendations on possible courses of action and products to Human Resources Advisor and management by conducting research, preliminary interviews, an analysis of requirements or issues to be addressed and identifying precedents;
- Analyzing and processing routine client requests and developing justifications to support actions taken;
- Coordinating and initiating action to assist in resolving information gaps by referring, discussing and providing alternatives, promoting human resources principles/best practices and providing data;
- Coordinating human resources activities by applying recognized methodologies and ensuring compliance with human resources principles;
- Maintaining and updating human resources documentation, databases and files within assigned areas;
- Providing inputs and recommendations for changes to human resources procedures and practices.
Education
- Undergraduate degree and two (2) years of experience required OR
- University certificate or College diploma (2-year program) and three (3) years of experience required OR
- Human resources certification recognized by the Canadian Council of Human Resources Association and four (4) years of experience required.
Degree must be delivered from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in human resources, labour or industrial relations, psychology, public or business administration, organizational development, education sciences, social sciences, or any other field related to the position.
Any higher level of education (i.e.: Masters, Doctorate) in one of those related fields of study could be recognized as experience.
The degree must be obtained from an accredited learning institution recognized in Canada. If you completed a program outside of Canada you will be required to obtain proof of a Canadian equivalency at your expense from an accredited learning institution recognized in Canada.
Experience
Experience is defined as :
- Experience in the application of Human Resources policies
Candidate Must Also Possess
- Experience performing administrative functions requiring planning, organization and coordination
Competencies
- Advisory
- Analytical skills
- Behavioural flexibility
- Communication
- Organizational skills/multitasking
- Rigour
Assets
An asset qualification is a qualification which can enhance the ability to perform the work based on current and future business requirements, but which is not strictly required. Assets can help determine right fit in certain circumstances.
Asset For This Competition Is
- Experience in providing advice in a Human Resources discipline
Notes
While we continue to explore opportunities for flexible work arrangements, the majority of work in our organization must be done in the office and cannot be performed at home.
Assessment process : A written exam will be used as part of the overall assessment combined with the competency based interview.
Language requirements : The need is to staff positions with English Essential linguistic profile in Burnaby, British Columbia and to staff positions with Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC linguistic profile in Ottawa, Ontario.
This career opportunity may be used to staff other Human Resources Officer vacancies across CSIS.
Employment equity gaps have been identified among persons with disabilities and Indigenous peoples for this position.
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Security Requirements
Candidates must be eligible to receive an Enhanced Top Secret security clearance. The process involves a security interview, a polygraph, and a background investigation that includes credit and financial verifications. The use of illegal drugs is a criminal offense. Drug use is an important factor considered in your reliability and suitability assessment during the selection process. Therefore it is important not to use any illegal drugs from the time you submit your application.
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Important
Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their application how they meet each Education and Experience criteria. Failure to do so will result in the applicant being screened out of the career opportunity.
CSIS is a separate employer and is not subject to the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA) . CSIS has its own classification, compensation system, and a different staffing regime. As such, we use a different staffing process and terminology.
CSIS is committed to building a workforce that is truly representative of the Canadians it serves by cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace environment. This will be achieved by increasing employment equity group representation (including persons with disabilities, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and women) at all levels within the organization through hiring and talent management practices. We will also ensure that appropriate accommodations are made (e.g., specialized equipment, changes to physical workspace) to provide employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. In support of achieving a greater, diverse and skilled workforce, we strongly encourage those individuals who belong to one or more of the employment equity groups to self-identify when applying.
Should you require accommodation in relation to a disability, please tell us at the beginning of the selection process. This information will be kept confidential.
CSIS Offices in Canada are located on various ancestral and traditional lands. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge all Indigenous People across Canada and their connection to these lands.
The personal information provided in your application is protected under the Privacy Act and will be held in Personal Information Bank SIS/P-PU-025.
We thank all applicants for their interest in CSIS. However, only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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