Job opportunities for Administrative Positions

Job opportunities for Administrative Positions

Reference number : ACO23J

Selection process number : 23-ACO-EA-FC- Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)

Fredericton (New Brunswick), Moncton (New Brunswick), St. John's (Newfoundland and Labrador), Halifax (Nova Scotia), Ottawa (Ontario), Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island)

AS-01

$60, to $67,

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We invite you to watch this short video (3 minutes) to learn more about the online application process :

Closing date : 18 December - 23 : 59, Pacific Time

Who can apply : The two following criteria must be met :

1) Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad

2) Members of at least one of the following Employment Equity groups : indigenous people, visible minorities / racialized, persons with disabilities.

In order to self-declare, please ensure to check off the appropriate box within the online application under the Employment Equity section.

To learn more about self-declaring, we encourage you to consult the following website :

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.

ACOA prioritizes an inclusive, equitable and safe work environment. This means that ACOA highlights equity and inclusion in all steps of the selection process.

Our aim is to have a workplace that welcomes visible and invisible forms of diversity.

A combination of work from home and work in the traditional worksites is the current norm (hybrid work). Employees are expected to attend the office at a minimum two days each week and possibly more when required.

Duties

As an administrative professional with ACOA, you will :

Accomplish work that allows you to use your organizational and leadership skills;

Support the delivery of ACOA's programs and activities to the public and business community; and

Plan and coordinate the administrative workflow within a unit.

Work environment

At the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), we are invested in our people, our communities, and our economy. Every single one of our employees contributes to our success and the success of our region.

We work together to help businesses become more competitive, innovative and productive, to develop and diversify local economies in our communities, and to champion the strengths of Atlantic Canada.

ACOA is proud to have consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the federal government over the past decade.

ACOA has a team of dynamic and talented professionals who :

Do Big things within a small organization.

Take pride in the results of our work.

Promote work / life balance.

Provide an environment that encourages and supports continuous learning throughout your career.

That's who we are. If that's who you want to be, then ACOA could be the place for you.

Intent of the process

At this time, we anticipate using the result of this process to staff 4 positions via a term or indeterminate appointment.

This process could also be used to staff other similar positions at ACOA, with various language requirements, various conditions of employment and / or various tenure including term or indeterminate appointments.

There may be an opportunity for employment at other locations, in Atlantic Canada, outside of the above-mentioned cities.

Positions to be filled : 4

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

EDUCATION :

Secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and / or experience.

EXPERIENCE :

Experience in at least one of the following :

• Providing administrative support services; and / or
• Providing client services

Experience in using various computer software applications such as Microsoft Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point)

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

Various language requirements

Some positions will require imperative bilingual proficiency (BBB / BBB; CBC / CBC; CCC / CCC) and others will require an english essential proficiency.

COMPETENCIES :

Effective communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Judgment

Initiative

Detail Oriented

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

EDUCATION (ASSET) :

The completion of a post-secondary program of at least one year in a field related to the position would be an asset.

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS :

In support of achieving a representative workforce, current or future organizational needs will require that consideration be given to candidates self-declaring as belonging to members of the following Employment Equity groups : *Indigenous persons, visible minorities (racialized people) and / or persons with disabilities.

Note that if you self-declare as an Indigenous person, you will have to complete and sign the Affirmation of Aboriginal Affiliation Form as a condition of appointment prior to or at the same time as the offer of appointment.

The term Aboriginal is used within this job advertisement as it relates to the Employment Equity Act and other legislative frameworks.

The term Indigenous is used where possible, in alignment with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENT :

Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice

Conditions of employment

Various levels of security requirements (from Enhanced reliability to Secret). This will be verified later in the process.

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.