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Common Services Section Head (Property)

Global Affairs Canada
New York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2024

Selection Process Nº: 170889-6


Salary: 128,401 USD


Contract Type: Indeterminate or Term (Full-time)


Term Details: This position is a Locally Engaged Staff position, subject to the Terms and Conditions of Employment for LES in USA


Job Function: Officer


Classification: LE - O2


Location: the Consulate General of Canada in New York


Number of Vacancies: 1


Closing date for application: 15 April, 2024 at 23:59 UTC/GMT -5:00

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Summary of Duties:

Under the general direction of the Management and Consular Officer, the incumbent is responsible for the overall management and administration of the Real Property program, which include the following sections:   Residential & Commercial Property Maintenance, Leasing, Material Management, Contracting & Procurement and Finance.  The incumbent plans, manages, recommends and co-ordinates services for all Government of Canada properties in New York, as well as develops and implements service standards and maintenance/ repair programs.  The incumbent supervises 6 employees, oversees the budget responsibilities for the Program and leads on the development of strategic documents, correspondence, and reports.  The successful candidate will develop, plan, and implement Program / section objectives; conduct in-depth research from a wide range of sources to analyze trends and propose short- and long-term strategies; direct administrative functions; oversee procurement in support of priorities; and perform other duties, as required.

 

Area of Selection:

 

This selection process is open to applicants legally residing in the Tri State area of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut at the time of appointment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

 

The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community. Candidates will be considered based on merit. Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees to learn and develop their skills and competencies.

 

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

 

Candidates will initially be screened against the Essential Qualifications relating to education, language* and experience.

Candidates must clearly demonstrate when applying to the position how they meet each of these essential qualifications.

 

*Language will be assessed further during the process. 

 

Education:

 

Candidates will be required to provide proof of the completion of their education.

  • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university 
or
  • An associate’s degree and at least 5 years relevant experience to the specific areas of competence required by the position.
 

Language:

 

  • Advanced proficiency level in English (oral and written)
 

Experience:

 

  • At least five (5) years of relevant experience in complex project management including budgeting, planning, development, and implementation in a similar environment.  Three (3) of the five years of experience must include commercial and/or residential property life-cycle management including building maintenance and construction projects and operations.
  • At least three (3) years of experience managing and supervising staff
  • Experience drafting reports, contract proposals, policies and client communications.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
 

RATED REQUIREMENTS

 

The Rated Requirements are part of the essential qualifications and are relating to knowledge, abilities and competencies. Methods of assessment for rated requirements may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, an oral interview (online pre-recorded/live or in-person), role-play, practical tests, presentations and/or psychometric assessment.

 

Knowledge:

  • Knowledge of project management processes and procedures; and
  • Knowledge of real estate, facilities and residential property management in the local market area
 

Competencies:

  • Resilience and adaptability
  • Strategic thinking and decision-making
  • Planning
  • Client orientation
  • People management
  • Networking and alliance building
 

Abilities:

  • Ability to communicate effectively orally
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing
  • Ability to identify issues, solve problems and provide effective recommendations
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting tight deadlines and adapting to changing priorities
 

Asset Qualifications:

Preference may be given to candidates who meet the Asset Qualifications. Where applicable, candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet any asset qualifications.

  • Ability to communicate in French (orally and in writing)
  • Project Management Professional certification or education.
  • Experience with Government of Canada procurement processes
 

Operational Requirements:

  • Willing and able to work at the office and/or at work sites in-person.
  • Willing and able to travel and work overtime, sometimes on short notice. 
 

Conditions of Employment:

Conditions of employment must be met or complied with before being appointed to a particular position, and are to be maintained throughout the employment while being the incumbent of this position.

- Valid work authorization: Ability to obtain and hold a valid work authorization covering the entire employment period.

- Security screening: Obtain and maintain a Reliability Status (security level) which includes a criminal and credit background check from the Government of Canada covering the entire employment period.

 

Special Request from Mission / Additional Comments:

Candidates will receive a competitive salary, generous leave, 12 weeks of paid parental leave and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability and a retirement savings plan. Please find a summary of our benefits package and information on employment eligibility at: Jobs at our offices in the United States.

Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s strength is diversity, and it has played a key role in Canada’s history and development. Because of this, the Consulate General of Canada in New York values diversity, equity and inclusion in our workforce.

 

How to Apply

  • You must submit your application using the "Apply online" function. Only applications submitted via VidCruiter will be considered, unless a valid reason is presented and accepted prior to the closing date.
  • Do not include personal data such as; age, date of birth, gender, marital status, family status, religion or a picture in your application form, CV nor cover letter (as required). Please only include information relevant to the vacancy as requested in the job poster.
  • You must clearly demonstrate in answering the screening questions how you meet the education and experience factors listed in the essential and asset qualifications. You must provide specific examples to demonstrate clearly how you meet the qualifications. Global Affairs Canada cannot make any assumptions about your studies nor experience. Simply saying you have the required qualifications or listing your current duties will not be sufficient. Instead, you must provide concrete and detailed examples that clearly explain where, when, and how you gained the experience. No additional information will be sought beyond what you submit in your online application.
  • Candidates may be required to upload a CV and/or a cover letter in English or French. These documents may be used as a secondary source to validate the answers to the screening questions.
  • Applications which do not include all of the requested documents or information and/or which are not received by the closing date will be rejected.
  • Candidates who are unable to submit their application due to technical difficulties must report these to LES-E-Recruitment-WSHDC@international.gc.ca prior to the closing date. Failure to do so will result in the application being rejected.
 

Important Notes

  • Only applications submitted in one of the official languages of Canada will be accepted (English or French).
  • The language requirement for this position is identified under the essential qualifications (language). In consequence, the assessment process for this vacancy will be conducted in English.
  • Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidates to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.
  • Candidates must provide an email address that accepts email from unknown users and regularly check their email, including spam folder.
  • Reference checks may be sought for candidates who succeeded all of the assessments.
  • Please note that the Consulate General of Canada in New York does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews/exams nor does it reimburse any relocation costs.
  • Before an offer of employment can be made, successful candidates must provide a local residence address as proof of residence in the specified area of selection. This information is necessary to issue a letter of offer.
  • As recently announced by the Government of Canada, the Policy for Mandatory Vaccination: Canada and the Mission Network is suspended as of June 20, 2022. The Government of Canada will continue to assess the need for additional public health measures, including the possible reintroduction of a vaccination mandate at a later date.
  • 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 contact us at LES-E-Recruitment-WSHDC@international.gc.ca to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
  • The results of this selection process may also be used to establish one or more pools of fully or partially qualified candidates for similar term, indeterminate, part-time or full-time openings at the Consulate General of Canada in New York which might arise following the completion of this selection process.
  • For Canadian citizens/residents and Canadian dual nationals, please note that it is your responsibility to enquire with the Canadian Revenue Agency about any possible taxation implications linked to an employment with the Government of Canada.
 

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