Human Resources Advisor II

Important messages

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Assessment accommodation

***Important Information and Instructions***

1. Living accommodations will not be provided.
2. Hours of work: 37.5 per week.
3. Position is in Whitehorse, Yukon

Cover letter required – Respond to questions in the on-line application.
NOTE: When submitting your application to this selection process, you will be required to answer screening questions to demonstrate how you meet the essential qualifications (education and all essential experiences).
Your job application must clearly demonstrate that you meet all the pre-screening requirements in order to move on to the next step. Please explain how you meet the essential criteria of education and experience. Do not forget to specify the period during which you have held each function (month and year), and where you acquired the qualification. The answers to the pre-screening questions will be the main source of information that the assessment board members will be using to determine whether you have the essential qualifications for education and experience. Your resume must corroborate your answers to the pre-screening questions. The lack of information in the form requested may result in the rejection of your application. Additional information may be requested after closing date for screening and/or assessment purposes.

Duties

Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, this position will be responsible for providing operational human resources support in occupational health and safety and staffing and may provide advice related to classification, labour relations, learning, disability management, or human resource planning.

We are also looking for someone who has the drive and ability to work both independently and in collaboration with their other members of Parks Canada’s team. This includes working with different departments within the Yukon Field Unit, as well as across other field units and national office. This role requires someone with the ability to distill complex and complicated information and processes into simple and practical terms for client groups and stakeholders. Strong communication, interpersonal skills and ability to lead through influence are important to succeeding in this role.

Work environment

The Yukon Field Unit is one of the most diverse field units across the country.
Geographically dispersed over 1200km across the Yukon, northern BC, and into Alaska, we offer a one-of-a-kind experience for visitors and staff. Our sites offer diverse and varied opportunities to explore Yukon’s beautiful landscape – from the glorious SS Klondike National Historic Site in Whitehorse, to the fabled Chilkoot Trail National Historic Site, to Canada’s largest ice field and extreme peaks in Kluane National Park and Reserve, extending to the colorful Klondike National Historic Sites in Dawson, to Vuntut National Park located above the Arctic Circle.
Our Field Unit staff are truly outstanding and remarkable!

As a Field Unit, diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values. Diverse teams bring different perspectives and creative ideas that benefit our clients, the communities we serve and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse abilities and from all backgrounds and identities.

We welcome you to be part of our fantastic team!

Intent of the process

The results may be used in the future to fill other temporary vacancies that may arise in the Yukon Field Unit, in various locations, with full or hours for various tenures, depending on status of the selected candidate.

The work location for the position is Whitehorse, Yukon.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter

Contact information for 2 references.

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

EDUCATION
Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in human resources management, labour or industrial relations, psychology, public or business administration, organizational development, education, social sciences, sociology or other field related to the duties of the position;
OR
Certified Human Resources Professional Certificate;
OR
Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable experience in human resources;
OR
Acceptable combination of education, training and experience comparable to a diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution with a specialization related to the duties of the position; may be used to meet the minimum education standard.
Grandfather clause:

Incumbents of an indeterminate or term position in the PE group with the Parks Canada Agency or the public service as of October 3, 2008 or earlier who do not have the above-mentioned level of education are deemed to meet the minimum education standard by reason of their education, training or experience.
Proof of education will be required at the interview..

Degree equivalency

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

• Experience in the interpretation and application of Collective Agreements;
• Experience preparing and/or delivering training sessions or presentations.
• Experience with the staffing process and procedures within the federal public service.
• Experience in applying policies, procedures and/or legislation related to Occupational Health and Safety and Human Resources.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of legislation, policies, trends and practices in human resources management.
Knowledge of the legislative framework, policies and processes related to Occupational Health and Safety.

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

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - Security clearance Reliability
Hold and maintain a valid Class 5 driver's license (Class L or N driver's licenses and other graduated driver's licenses are not accepted).

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.

Information on employment equity

Parks Canada is committed to the principles of diversity and employment equity under the Employment Equity Act, and strives to ensure that our workforce reflects the diverse nature of Canadian society. In support of achieving a representative workforce, preference may be given to qualified candidates who self-identify as belonging to an employment equity group such as Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2+ youth, minority Francophones, and members of racially minoritized groups and encourage applicants to self-identify in their application.

The Parks Canada Agency is established as a separate employer in the Federal Public Service under the Financial Administration Act. Persons appointed to the Agency continue to be part of the Public Service. The Parks Canada Agency operates under its own human resources framework outside of the Public Service Employment Act and in line with values of fairness, competence and respect, and its operating principles.

In accordance with paragraph 8(2)(a) of the Privacy Act, information or material, whether provided directly by the candidate or otherwise obtained by the selection board, used during the selection process for the purpose of assessing a candidate may be used as part of the selection review and recourse processes. Such relevant information may be provided to third parties, such as other candidates or their representatives, who have a legitimate reason to be aware of that information.

Persons who are in receipt of a Canadian Government Public Service pension and are considering this employment opportunity with the Parks Canada Agency, should contact the PWGSC Public Service Pension Centre (1-800-561-7930) in order to determine the impact of an appointment on their pension benefit entitlements.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.