The results of this process may be used to staff future positions with similar qualifications and various tenures including term, acting, assignment and indeterminate.
Who can apply? Persons legally eligible to work in Canada.
The CNSC recognizes the many benefits of providing staff with more flexible work practices. The CNSC enables employees to manage their work while fostering a culture of inclusion, health and wellbeing and delivering high quality regulatory outcomes for Canadians.
Within the flexible work model, CNSC employees are currently expected to work in-person for at least 25% of their normal schedule depending on the operational requirements and duties of the position.
The CNSC is dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects Canada’s population. We value and respect individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, socio-economic backgrounds, and lived experiences. We recognize that individuals may identify with more than one designated group.
Employment equity is an important organizational priority and may be applied at any stage of this appointment process. If applied, preference may be given to candidates who have self-identified as members of one or more of the four designated employment equity groups: Persons with Disabilities, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis), Members of Visible Minorities, or Women. Self-identification is voluntary, confidential and used solely to support Employment Equity objectives. We encourage members of any designated group to self-identify.
We welcome all qualified candidates to apply. If you have a special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. All information pertaining to accommodation requests will be kept confidential. “
This process is available in both official languages. Please indicate your preferred language for communication.
- Extension of Advertisement: This job advertisement is to augment the applicant pool generated by advertisement J0426-0487 - Team Leader, Commission Operations . If you have previously applied for this position, you do not need to re-apply.
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Why work here?:
At the CNSC, we work hard to create an environment where employees feel supported and heard, by management and their peers alike.
We also provide benefits like:
- Bilingual bonus up to $1,200 per year, if eligible
- Minimum 15 days of annual leave per year
- Competitive salary and benefit package
- Growth and the possibility for internal career opportunities
- Strong support for employee wellness and mental health
- Subject to eligibility, appointees to REG6 or REG7 levels may be eligible to receive an annual lump sum payment of up to five thousand dollars.
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What you’ll do:
Reporting to the
Commission Registrar (CR), the Team Leader, Commission Operations is responsible for managing and continuously improving Commission operations, including Commission proceedings and tribunal activities. The role provides expert advice on Commission operations and oversees a unit while contributing to cross functional initiatives and projects.
Commission Operations
- Manage and ensure the effective and continuous improvement of Commission operations, including hearings, meetings, and tribunal processes.
- Oversee the development, revision, and implementation of Commission operation policies, procedures, guidelines, templates, and tools.
- Provide expert advice and guidance to CNSC management and staff on Commission operations, policies, and procedures, resolving complex and sensitive issues.
- Establish and maintain effective internal and external working relationships to support Commission operations.
- Oversee development of the annual Commission agenda and contribute to the five year planning outlook.
- Provide strategic advice and support to the Commission Registrar and Deputy Registrar, including identifying risks, operational issues, and proposed solutions.
- Manage service contracts related to Commission operations and report on performance and issues as required.
- Contribute to CNSC corporate reporting, including planning and performance documents.
- Attend and oversee major Commission hearings or meetings as required.
Indigenous Participation in Commission Proceedings
- Lead Registry relationships with Indigenous Nations and communities to coordinate participation in Commission proceedings and support appropriate cultural protocols.
- In collaboration with Legal Services, Strategic Planning Directorate, Indigenous Consultation and Engagement Division (ICED), Reconciliation Policy and Public Programs Division (R3PD), and impacted Indigenous Nations, develop processes and tools to support the incorporation of Indigenous culture, knowledge, practices, customs, and laws into Commission proceedings.
- Provide guidance to Registry staff on communications and engagement with Indigenous Nations, including templates, correspondence, ceremonial planning, and responses to concerns.
- Ensure Commission proceedings are conducted in a manner that advances the CNSC's commitments with respect to reconciliation, and in keeping with its obligation to uphold the honor of the Crown.
Supervision and Projects
- Provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to staff, including work planning, performance management, learning and development, and leave management, with direction from the CR.
- Set objectives, priorities, and ensure delivery of work requirements.
- Participate in and lead multidisciplinary, cross functional project teams related to Commission operations.
- Contribute to budget discussions and resource planning.
- Represent the unit on internal working groups and committees.
Essential Qualifications:
Education:
Post secondary education from a recognized institution in business administration, social sciences, public administration, law, communications, or an acceptable combination of education, experience, and job knowledge relevant to the position.
Language Requirements:
Bilingual imperative with a proficiency at CBC level. If you are unsure of your proficiency level, we encourage you to take a self-assessment here.
Experience:
- Providing expert advice and guidance on policies, procedures, and complex operational issues.
- Working with Indigenous Nations and communities, with strong cultural awareness, sensitivity, and relationship building skills.
- Supervising staff and applying sound people management practices.
Knowledge of:
- Commission operations, including hearings, meetings, tribunal processes, Rules of Procedure, legislation, and governance practices.
- Government of Canada and CNSC policies related to Indigenous consultation, including the Duty to Consult and Accommodate, United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act, and the CNSC Indigenous Consultation and Engagement Process.
- Approaches to working with Indigenous Knowledge.
- Project management principles and experience working in cross functional teams.
Ability to:
- Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Key Leadership Competencies:
At the CNSC, we are looking for leaders that model the Key Leadership Competencies and can foster the development of CNSC Key Behavioural Competencies in others
Key Leadership Competencies:
- Create Vision and Strategy
- Mobilize People
- Uphold Integrity and Respect
- Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
- Promote Innovation and Guide Change
- Achieve Results
For more information on Key Leadership Competencies, please go to the following link by clicking here
Asset:
- Experience working in the public sector
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
- Experience working in a quasi-judicial administrative tribunals
Hiring Conditions:
Candidates must meet and maintain the following hiring conditions throughout their employment.
Security: Secret
Submitting an Application:
Submit the following by the closing date, for our initial screening of candidates.
1.We want to read your resume! Please include your contact information so we can reach you.
2.We want to hear from you! Please submit a one pager cover letter clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications for this position, and when and how you acquired them.
Important to Note: You cannot save your application in progress, so please be prepared to complete your entire application and all screening questions during one session. For this reason, we recommend saving your answers in a text editing application, and then copy-paste them into your job application.
To expedite the recruitment process, you are also encouraged to provide:
3. A scanned copy of your transcript, diploma, or certificate as proof of education
4. A scanned copy of your SLE results.
Asset qualifications and organizational needs may also be used for screening or to determine the right fit for the position. Essential qualifications and hiring conditions must be met before an appointment is made.
We thank all those who apply. We will contact only those whose qualifications are the most relevant.
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Contact Information:
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact [email protected] or call 1-877-427-7717 Monday to Friday 8 am to 8 pm, EST (except statutory holidays).
If you have questions about this job posting, please contact HR Staffing / RH Dotation (CNSC/CCSN).
