Casual Employment Opportunities at SSC - Inventory - Jobs in Halifax

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Important messagesWe 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.Assessment accommodationWhen 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.Shared Services Canada (SSC) is committed to creating a workplace that is respectful of Canada #39;s two official languages. The staffing of bilingual positions, with respect to supervision and the provision of common and central services, is the norm in regions designated bilingual for language-of-work purposes. SSC must ensure that it has adequate bilingual capacity to implement its mandate, while respecting the language rights of its employees and those of client departments across the country.Give yourself the best chance to succeed! Let us know if you have afunctional limitation/ disability, which may affect your performance. For example, contact us if you need assistance in completing and submitting your application.You may also review jobs open to the public through INFOTEL at 1-800-645-5605. The INFOTEL number for persons using a TTY/TDD is 1-800-532-9397.SSC welcomes applications from eligible Veterans and Canadian ArmedForces (CAF) members. We recognize your contribution to Canada andwould like to offer you the opportunity to continue your career in anenvironment where multi-talented employees with diverse skills areappreciated and supported.Work environmentShared Services Canada (SSC) is modernizing how the Government of Canada manages its information technology (IT) infrastructure. The Department is mandated to deliver email, data centre and telecommunication services, including videoconferencing and Wi-Fi, to partner organizations.We provide a supportive and collaborative workplace with flexible work arrangements. We promote a positive work-life balance with a commitment to workplace wellness.SSC is dedicated to building and promoting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, representative of Canadian society. All candidates who are interested are encouraged to apply, including Black, other racialized and Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities and persons of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.SSC has several networks within its Diversity community that promote equality in the workplace and help build a culture of mutual respect. The Diversity community explores ways to increase employee engagement on issues that affect the equity seeking groups. The following networks provide members with a safe place to connect, discuss common issues, exchange information and voice concerns:

• Indigenous Circle
• Black Employees Network
• Persons with Disabilities Network
• Pride Network
• Visible Minorities Network
• Women #39;s Network

Intent of the processPLEASE NOTE: that you are required to refresh your application every 90 days or your application will be removed from our inventory. An email notification reminding you that your application will expire will be sent 7 days prior to expiry.This is a continuous intake of applications, to create and maintain an inventory of candidates for casual opportunities within SSC, across Canada.No acting appointments or promotions will be offered via this inventory.Casual Employment Defined :Casual employment is a temporary employment of 90 working days or less, in a calendar year, to meet needs arising from such contingencies as vacations, sick and training leaves, to conduct special projects that are anticipated but dependent of the availability of funds, etc. Casual workers are excluded from the provisions of the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA). This means casual workers will not be eligible to apply to internal selection processes. In addition, the PSEA specifies that the number of days worked as a casual worker cannot exceed 90 days in a calendar year within the same department.Positions to be filled: Number to be determinedInformation you must provideYour résumé.The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)Various language requirementsCasual workers are expected to meet the official language requirements of the position, or alternative administrative arrangements must be made to ensure the organization meet its official languages obligations.The hiring manager is accountable to determine that the casual worker has the language skills required to perform the duties.Information on language requirementsThe following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)EDUCATIONEducation requirements will vary depending on the position to be staffed.Experience in:

• Access to Information and Privacy (ATIP)
• Accounting operations (ex: Accounts payable, accounts receivable, travel, acquisition cards)
• Administrative support services
• Audit / Evaluation
• Communications (ex: Media relations, public affairs, internal communications, e-communications)
• Contracting / Procurement
• Human resources (HR) (ex: Classification, staffing, policies, programs, labour relations).
• Information management (IM)
• Information technology (IT)
• Managing employees
• Project management
• Data Analysis/Data Science

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS:

• In support of achieving a diverse and representative workforce, selection may be limited to candidates who self-declare as a member of one or more of the following designated Employment Equity groups: Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities including the Black community, persons with disabilities and/or women. To self-declare, please complete the EE section in your application.
• SSC is committed to providing opportunities across Canada where feasible, and to increasing its regional presence.

Conditions of employmentReliability Status security clearance - as a minimum or other levels of security up to Top Secret depending on the position to be staffed.Additional conditions of employment may apply, depending on the position to be staffed.Other informationThe 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.Information on employment equityHow to apply:

• Click onquot;Apply Online quot; and complete all sections within the job advertisement.
• Ensure that your personal information is complete and accurate.
• Upload the latest version of your résumé.

What to expect after you apply:

• You may not be contacted immediately after submitting your application.
• As positions become vacant or needs arise you may be contacted by hiring managers. Please note that you may be asked to provide proof of education.

The Government of Canada Workplace Accessibility Passport helps federal public service employees get the tools, supports and measures they need to perform at their best and succeed in the workplace. It is a tool that allows employees to document their workplace barriers and accommodation needs. It promotes collaboration between an employee and their manager to address barriers and implement the solutions needed to ensure that employees are equipped to succeed on the job, no matter where their duties are performed. SSC is proud to be one of the first in government to offer the Accessibility Passport to its employees.PreferencePreference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.Information on the preference to veteransWe thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.Contact information