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Reference Number
26-968-08-071
Who Can Apply
Canadian Citizens
Location
Montréal, Québec
Status
Indeterminate (permanent)
Language Requirement
C-B-C
The Head, Corporate Services is responsible for managing the facilities, procurement, material and fleet management programs by providing strategic leadership and operational oversight. Key functions may include but are not limited to:
- Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to teams across facilities, procurement, material management and fleet management.
- Lead process improvement initiatives to increase operational efficiency, streamline workflows, and enhance service delivery.
- Manage all activities by developing, monitoring, revising plans and objectives, directing subordinates and contractors and evaluating performance.
- Manage service and maintenance contracts required in the operation of regional spaces, inventory and fleet.
- Liaise and manage relationships with clients and partners by providing exceptional customer service.
- Act as a resource person by providing subject matter and project-based advice and recommendations to the regional management and employees on matters relating to facilities, materiel, fleet and transportation management.
- Establish the budget requirements for each program and ensure ongoing monitoring and management of these budgets.
- Ensure the proper application of national programs and best practices through effective communication and liaison with other Regions, Headquarters and outside contacts.
- Participate in task force, ad hoc/permanent committees by providing advice and regional perspectives.
- Undergraduate degree and 4 years of relevant experience*, OR
- College diploma and 6 years of relevant experience*, OR
- High school diploma and 8 years of relevant experience*.
The educational program 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.
Any higher level of education (i.e.: Masters, Doctorate) in a related field of study could be recognized as experience.
- By relevant experience, we mean significant experience, defined as the depth and breadth of experience that would normally be acquired by a person in a position where the performance of these duties constitutes their main functions over that period. The experience must meet the required number of years for each of the responsibilities listed below:
- Working with various levels, vendors and contractors (in the field of facilities management or general contractors or property management) as well as establishing and maintaining professional relationships.
- Managing issues and contracts such as preparing action plans, following policies, determining priorities and methodology, monitoring progress and revising/modifying plans accordingly;
- Working with clients in order to identify requirements and formulate plans.
- Producing written reports, such as briefing notes, evaluations, and plans, intended for management.
Note that significant experience is defined as the depth and breadth of experience that would normally be acquired by a person in a position where the performance of these duties constitutes their main functions over that period.
Candidate must also possess:
2 (two) years of experience in a formal supervisory role**. These skills may have been acquired through work experiences within the Service or outside. Tasks include:
- Developing strategies to support activities within the organisation and helping the team understand the goals / objectives.
- Encouraging participation, developing talent, setting objectives and providing performance feedback to employee
- Identifying issues and resolving workplace problems such as absenteeism, conflict.
- Scheduling work hours
** Formal supervisory role entails the day-to-day planning, organizing, directing, controlling and performance of the work of others (team) in achieving / attaining results within an organization.
- Relationship Building/Networking
- Organizational Skills/Multitasking
- Client Service
- Supervisory/Management Skills
- Communication
- Collaboration
Refer to the Competencies Catalogue for definitions.
- Any related experience in the automotive, asset management, or procurement industries.
- Any accreditation in a relevant field, such as BOMI or IFMA certifications (PAC, PMFP, FMC, SMC, FMP, or CFM).
- Hold a valid driver license (Québec).
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. Positions will be staffed based on the selection decision principle and operational priorities.
Overtime
- Working nights / weekend / shift work
- The need to travel
- Flexibility is required in relation to the work schedule that may extend beyond core hours of work based on operational requirements.
While we continue to explore opportunities for flexible work arrangements, most roles in our organization require an in-office presence. However, alternative options may be available for certain positions, depending on their specific requirements.
The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)
Bilingual C-B-C
This selection process may be used to staff anticipated vacancies or other similar positions with various language requirements. Therefore, we encourage all interested candidates to apply. Second language evaluations will be offered to candidates. For more information on language requirements: (external link www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs/language-requirements-candidates).
If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please mention it to the HR representative.
As part of the evaluation process, a written exam will be administered and will serve to evaluate candidates written communication skills. The written exam will be used as part of the overall assessment combined with the competency-based interview.
In your cover letter, you have to demonstrate how you meet the Essential Qualifications (Education and all Essential Experiences).
It is not sufficient to say that you have the required qualifications or to list your current or past responsibilities. Rather, you must provide concrete examples of tasks you have accomplished with significant details to explain the WHAT, WHEN, WHERE and HOW you acquired each qualification.
For each experience criteria, please provide the following information:
- Name of the department or organization where the experience was acquired;
- Title of the position occupied, group and level and the period(s) in which you performed the functions (M-Y to M-Y);
- Specific details of tasks or projects demonstrating how the experience was acquired (Situation/Challenge, Tasks, Action and Result).
Should your responses to the screening questions contain insufficient details to demonstrate that you meet the screening criteria, your application will not be given further consideration in this process. Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information.
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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.
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. Gaps have been identified among Indigenous peoples and visible minorities for this position. 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.
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We thank all applicants for their interest in CSIS. However, only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted.
