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1.     Job/Position Information: IT Developer - Information Technology Apprenticeship Program (ITAP), Various locations*, English

http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/apps/careers/external/english/2014-2426-HQ%20-0001-3005-Notice.html

Notice of Job Opportunity

Job/Position Information

Permanent / Temporary

1. IT Developer - Information Technology Apprenticeship Program (ITAP), Various locations*, English

Advertisement Number:  00013005 

Salary Range:    $ 55,307 to $ 69,088 annually 

Closing Date:

December 31, 2014 11:30 PM Eastern Time 

Who Can Apply (Source of Candidates)

Persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad.

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

The source of candidates includes individuals with preferred status who live and/or work within the general rule of minimum distance of the position(s) being staffed.

*Location note: work locations will be in multiple sites in the National Capital Region, Surrey, British Columbia, and Summerside, Prince Edward Island.

Consideration may be given to the first 150 applications received meeting the prerequisites requirements.

General Information

Please quote the advertisement number on all correspondence: 13005.

A pool of eligible candidates will be established for this staffing process.

This process will be used to staff CS-01 positions under the Information Technology Apprenticeship Program (ITAP).

The ITAP is an exciting recruitment program, targeting recently graduated post-secondary students in a diploma or degree program in computer science, information technology, and/or information management or another specialty relevant to the position to be staffed.

If selected, apprentices will benefit from a 12 to 18 month development program under the direction of experienced staff. Upon successful completion of the program, apprentices are appointed to a CS-02 position.

For more information on the ITAP, visit our website at http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/crrs/srch/ntp-eng.html.

HOW TO APPLY:

ONLY ONLINE applications received by the closing date and time indicated on the notice of job opportunity will be accepted.

Applications received in person, by mail, email, or fax will not be accepted.

When applying online, please ensure that you obtain a confirmation number. A successfully transmitted application will immediately generate a confirmation number that you should retain for your records. The number is in the following format: (staffing process number)-(dd/mm/yyyy)-(time)-(first four letters of family name).

In the event that it is impossible to apply online or you encounter technical difficulties in submitting your online application, please contact the CRA Job Opportunities Helpdeskbefore the closing date and time indicated on the notice of job opportunity.

For candidates who do not have Internet access, a toll-free general enquiries/reader service telephone line is available. The toll-free numbers are: 1-800-571-7150 (bilingual service), and 1-800-465-7735 (TTY service for the deaf and those with a hearing disability).

The CRA would like to thank you for your interest; however, only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. If you are considered further, you will be notified in writing of the date, time and location of your testing session.

You must clearly demonstrate on your application that you meet the essential prerequisite staffing requirements.

TO APPLY FOR THIS PROCESS, YOU MUST FULFILL EACH OF THE FOLLOWING BY THE FINAL DATE AND TIME FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS INDICATED ABOVE:
1. Submit an on-line application.
2. Send a résumé by fax to 613-948-1067 or email to ITAPAppl...@cra-arc.gc.ca.
3. Send proof of education by fax to 613-948-1067 or by email to ITAPAppl...@cra-arc.gc.ca. The following documents will be accepted as proof of education: a copy of yourofficial degree/diploma or a copy of your official transcript.

When sending information, please indicate the advertisement number on the first page of the document: 13005.

Incomplete online application and any supporting documents not received by the closing date and time indicated on the notice of job opportunity may result in the application being rejected.

Any expenses incurred by candidates from the general public in connection with this staffing process, will be borne by the candidates themselves.

Employment Equity and Accommodations Requirements
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is committed to employment equity and continues to strive for a representative workforce. Employment equity is an essential component of the CRA's human resources management practices and an integral part of the way we do business. For more information about Employment Equity in the CRA and the four designated Employment Equity groups, please visit the following link: http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/crrs/wrkng/mplymntqty/menu-eng.html.

Accommodations during assessment are available. If you are invited to be assessed, you will receive further information on the steps required to request accommodation measures throughout this staffing process. Please note that detailed information about your functional limitations will most likely be required, and will be addressed confidentially.

Communication Methods
All communication methods, including email, are subject to the risk of unauthorized access. However, the security risk associated with using email is minor. It is also an efficient way to communicate (low cost and high speed). For staffing processes, we may find that email is the most efficient way to communicate with you.

You should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email).

If special circumstances (such as vacation or sickness) prevent you from having access to your email system OR if you do not have access to an email system, it is your responsibility to inform us.

Furthermore, if you DO NOT wish to receive results by email, it is your responsibility to inform us. In this case, there will be a delay from the time we issue the letters until you receive them. It should be noted that despite the delay, the period for recourse, when applicable, remains the same.

Preferred Status and Affected Employees
Notwithstanding the results of this staffing process, the manager will give priority to individuals with Canada Revenue Agency preferred status prior to any appointment. While employees affected by work force adjustment are not granted official Preferred Status, managers are responsible for developing the necessary strategies to ensure appropriate appointment of these employees.

Job Performance
You must meet the performance level required for appointment to the position being staffed. Your performance level will be verified before appointment.

Required Candidate Availability during Assessment
You MUST notify the staffing board of any leave plans (pre-approved or otherwise) and any change of address or contact information that may occur throughout the duration of this staffing process.

Code of Ethics and Conduct
CRA employees are dedicated to serving in the public interest and have worked hard to earn the trust of Canadians. The Code of Ethics and Conduct and the Directive on Conflict of Interest and Post-employment are important documents that outline the expected standards of conduct for CRA employees. It is strongly recommended that you take the time to review these documents before you consider an employment opportunity with the CRA.

Security Clearance
The Personnel Screening Program was implemented to protect information that is departmentally sensitive or sensitive to the national interest by ensuring that all persons engaged by CRA meet standards of reliability, trustworthiness and loyalty required by the nature of their duties or tasks.

An integral part of the Personnel Screening Program requires that all candidates being appointed from outside the Agency be subject to a reliability check. This includes the verification of reliability, employment history, and police records and could include fingerprinting.

You will be required to complete Personnel Screening forms, so that a reliability check can be conducted.

If you are invited to the written exam, you will be required to provide the original and photocopies of two (2) pieces of government issued identification (one must be a photo ID) listed below. Documents with information on both sides must be copied front and back.Photocopying services will not be provided.

• Valid Canadian passport
• Birth Certificate
• Valid Canadian driver’s license (copy front and back)
• Enhanced Identification Card (available only in British Columbia and Manitoba)
• Provincial/Territorial Identification Card
• Certificate of Indian Status
• Certificate of Canadian Citizenship or Citizenship Card
• Canadian Forces Identity Card
• Veterans Affairs Canada Health Card
• Employee Card issued by employer (Government)

NOTE: If your country of birth is outside of Canada, you MUST provide your Immigration Papers, or Permanent Residence Card AND either a Record of Landing documentation or Canadian Citizenship Card.

In addition to the above, you will be required to provide complete addresses for the locations you resided in the last FIVE YEARS, including the year(s) and month(s) for each residence.

NOTE: If you were residing outside of Canada in the last five years, you may experience a delay in obtaining a Reliability Status.

If you have been employed by CRA within the last year and have a valid Reliability Status you are not required to complete the security forms or bring photocopies.

Job Description and Duties

Develops, delivers, integrates, enhances, maintains and supports the operation of Information Technology infrastructure, products, solutions, and services. This includes activities, such as:

• programming Information Technology solutions;
• testing Information Technology solutions and products;
• writing technical specifications and documentation;
• identifying and resolving problems;
• providing technical assistance to colleagues and clients;
• contributing to the enhancement of procedures;
• follows Information Technology Branch policies, standards, and guidelines;
• maintains personal technical currency.

 
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Staffing Requirements - Screening for prerequisites

Education

Staffing Requirements - Essential

Graduation between January 1, 2013 and December 31, 2014 with a degree or diploma, from a recognized postsecondary institution, in computer science, information technology (IT), information management, or other specializations relevant to the position. Whenever the minimum education standard is met, including the approved alternatives, or was met prior to June 16, 2014, it is met for all CS positions within CRA.

CRA will accept foreign credentials as long as they are considered acceptable by a recognized Canadian educational institution. Candidates with foreign education credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Any applicable fees are the responsibility of the candidate. For more information, you may refer to the Canadian Information Centre of International Credentials at http://www.cicic.ca. Only proof of Canadian Equivalency received by the closing date and time indicated on this notice of job opportunity will be accepted.

In addition to your online application, please send your proof of education by email toITAPAppl...@cra-arc.gc.ca, or by fax to 613-948-1067. When sending information, please indicate the advertisement number on the first page of the document: 13005.

The following documents will be accepted as proof of education: a copy of your officialdegree/diploma or a copy of your official transcript.

Experience

No specific experience is required to apply on this staffing process. However, related experience may be considered at appointment. 

 
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Staffing Requirements - Assessment

Essential Assessment

Staffing Requirements - Essential

The following technical competency will be assessed using a Canada Revenue Agency Standardized Test. The minimum level must be attained as indicated below:

• Writing Skills Test (WST) (B305) - pass mark: level 2

English essential positions will be staffed from this staffing process.

In order to be considered for an English essential position, you must achieve a Level 2 on either the 'Writing Skills Test' (B305) or the previous 'Writing Skills Test' (B300).

Information about the WST can be obtained from the following web site: Writing Skills Test

The following competencies will be assessed using a Canada Revenue Agency Standard Test. The minimum level must be attained as indicated below:

• Competency-Based Situational – Multiple Choice Test (CBS-MCT) D600:
  • Teamwork and Co-operation - pass mark: level 2
  • Client Service Orientation - pass mark: level 1

Information about the CBS-MCT can be obtained from the following web site: CBS-MCT

If you have previously taken the WST or CBS-MCT and have acquired a valid pass level of 2 or higher, you may send a copy of your result, clearly indicating the advertisement number of this staffing process.

If you do not currently have a result or wish to re-write this test, you must be eligible to re-write and adhere to the re-test period.

The following qualifications will be assessed using locally-developed tools. A minimum pass mark of 60% must be obtained for each qualification:

• Problem Solving
• Planning
• Communication Skills
• Initiative
• Dependability
• Language: English

Results from CRA standardized assessments are portable to other staffing processes.

Results from locally developed assessment tools are not portable to other staffing processes. Assessment results may be used for appointment.

Additional Staffing Requirements

Staffing Requirements - Essential

Performance validation

The required performance levels for appointments from this staffing process are:

• For permanent and temporary appointments, CRA employees who do not occupy MG or equivalent HR positions must have achieved a minimum performance level of 'results mostly meet expectations' on the most recent performance report.
• For temporary and permanent promotions, CRA employees who occupy MG or equivalent HR positions must have achieved a performance level of 'results meet expectations' or higher in their core performance expectations for the most recent performance management cycle.
• For appointments to an equivalent or lower level, CRA employees who occupy MG or equivalent HR positions must have achieved a performance level of 'results mostly meet expectations' or higher in their core performance expectations for the most recent performance management cycle.

Other candidates (not CRA employees) must meet their current work expectations.

If a candidate doesn’t have the required performance level, the candidate will not proceed further in the staffing process.

Staffing Requirements - Discretionary

• In order to ensure appropriate appointment, candidates may be asked to identify any software, operating system, programming language, and Information Technology skills training and experience they have by filling out a questionnaire.
• Budget considerations.

Conditions of Employment

Willing and able to relocate to one of the following locations: the National Capital Region, Surrey, British Columbia, or Summerside, Prince Edward Island. 


Reliability/Security: Reliability Status 

Appointment

Appointments made from this staffing process will be based on one or more of the staffing requirement(s) identified on this notice.

Contact

Fax number: 613-948-1067 

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