Job Description

What You Need to Note:

The results of this process will be used to staff future positions with similar qualifications and various tenures including term, acting, assignment and indeterminate.




Who can apply? Persons legally eligible to work in Canada.




The CNSC recognizes the many benefits of providing staff with more flexible work practices and providing employees with more choice about where they do their work. The CNSC enables employees to manage their work as part of their life while fostering a culture of inclusion, health and wellbeing and delivering high quality regulatory outcomes for Canadians.

This position can be done remotely.

CNSC employees can work fully in the office, fully from a telework location or some mix between in-office and from a telework location within Canada.




We encourage applicants that reside across Canada to apply.




The CNSC is committed to creating a respectful, barrier-free, diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply. If you have a special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. All information pertaining to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.




Be an informed applicant. Read How to apply.

Why work here?

At the CNSC, we work hard to create an environment where employees feel supported and heard, by management and their peers alike.




We also provide benefits like:




Bilingual bonus up to $1,200 per year, if eligible


Minimum 15 days of annual leave per year


Competitive salary and benefit package


Growth and the possibility for internal career opportunities


Strong support for employee wellness and mental health


Subject to eligibility, appointees to REG6 levels may be eligible to receive an annual lump sum payment of up to five thousand dollars.


The CNSC is committed to ensuring our workforce is representative and reflective of Canadian society. We strive to continue to be a safe and healthy workplace - one that is inclusive and free from harassment and discrimination. We encourage members of any designated group to self-identify.




Interested in learning more about the CNSC? Visit nuclearsafety.gc.ca

Who You Are & What You'll Do

Are you seeking a role that offers personal growth, visibility, and the opportunity to work closely with senior decision-makers? Whether you're early in your journey or looking to expand your expertise, the Commission Registry team at the CNSC provides a unique environment to contribute to meaningful regulatory work and tribunal modernization.




At the

REG5 level

, you will gain broad organizational insight and play a key role in supporting the Commission and its evolving agenda. This includes engaging with high-profile licensing applications and a variety of Commission meeting items. You'll draft records of decision and meeting minutes following public hearings and meetings. You'll contribute to tribunal modernization initiatives while working directly with the President, Commission Members, and the executive team. Your strong technical writing skills and attention to detail will be vital in producing materials for diverse audiences. You're known for your professionalism, discretion, and collaborative spirit, and you bring a solid understanding of the Nuclear Safety and Control Act and the CNSC's mandate.




At the

REG6 level

, your role expands to include more complex and technical responsibilities. You'll research and analyze administrative law, regulatory instruments, scientific topics, and current issues to support Commission Members in their decision-making. You'll provide technical advice to CNSC staff on regulatory documents and processes. You thrive on solving problems, ensuring procedural integrity, and contributing to the smooth operation of Commission proceedings--including through active participation in dry runs and strategic planning sessions.




Both levels offer the opportunity to be at the heart of regulatory decision-making, where your work has real impact, and where being part of a high-performing, collegial team is a daily reality.

Essential Qualifications:

Education:

University degree in science or engineering or a combination of education, experience and job knowledge

Language Requirements:

Various language profiles




If you are unsure of your proficiency level, we encourage you to self-assess here

Experience:

REG5:

Producing high-quality written reports, with an emphasis on attention to detail


Summarizing technical information clearly and concisely


Working with management, executives and/or Commission members


Analyzing complex issues and conducting research

REG6:

Working in a regulated industry, administrative tribunal or quasi-judicial administrative tribunal, ideally in a science-related field


Reading, understanding and summarizing complex technical documents


Preparing comprehensive written reports and/or meeting summaries


Carrying out research projects, preparing written reports of that work and communicating results


Participating in meetings with Commission members, executive staff and/or appointed representatives

Knowledge of:

REG5:

The requirements set out in the Nuclear Safety and Control Act, its regulations and supporting documentation


The nuclear industry and CNSC's mandate and role as Canada's nuclear authority


Effective technical writing and research methods

REG6:

The CNSC legislative environment, including the Nuclear Safety and Control Act, the Impact Assessment Act, the Rules of Procedure, the Commission By-Laws, the delegated authorities given to CNSC staff, the General Regulations, and other Regulations under the NSCA


Research methodologies and analysis techniques designed to support high quality research, document preparation, effective communication and presentations


Nuclear and energy sectors


National and international current affairs, incidents and issues impacting nuclear energy and materials and the mandate of the CNSC

Ability to:

Strategic and analytical thinking


Communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Key Competencies:

The following "Key Behavioural Competencies" define the behaviours expected of all CNSC employees. These competencies serve as the basis for the selection, performance management, development and recognition of CNSC employees and will form part of the evaluation of this process.



Live it - Model the CNSC values Own it - Be Accountable & Achieve Results Build it - Collaborate Effectively with Others Learn it - Commit to your Professional Growth & Personal Leadership


For more information on CNSC's Key Behavioural Competencies go to the following link: http://www.nuclearsafety.gc.ca/eng/about-us/careers-at-cnsc/key-behavioral-competencies.cfm

Asset Qualification:

REG5:

Knowledge of radiation protection and environmental protection principles


Knowledge of current affairs, incidents and issues involving nuclear energy and materials worldwide


Knowledge of nuclear reactors, uranium mines, radioactive waste management facilities and accelerators

REG6:

Experience managing projects


Experience working with specialists to produce communications tools and public documents


Experience building trust relationships with members of the public, senior management, client/stakeholder groups, legal counsel, contractors and staff

Operational Needs:

All CNSC staff are subject to the Mobility Directive.




This position may require occasional travel.




Overtime: Some overtime may be required.

Submitting an Application:

Submit the following by the closing date, for our initial screening of candidates.

1. We want to read your resume!

Please include your contact information so we can reach you.

2. We want to hear from you!

Please submit a cover letter clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications for this position, and when and how you acquired them.




Important to Note:You cannot save your application in progress, so please be prepared to complete your entire application and all screening questions during one session. For this reason, we recommend saving your answers in a text editing application, and then copy-paste them into your job application.




To expedite the recruitment process, you are also encouraged to provide:


3. A scanned copy of your transcript, diploma, or certificate as proof of education


4. A scanned copy of your SLE results.




Asset qualifications and organizational needs may also be used for screening or to determine the right fit for the position. Essential qualifications and hiring conditions must be met before an appointment is made.




We thank all those who apply. We will contact only those whose qualifications are the most relevant.

Additional Notes:

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Contact Information:

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If you have questions about this job posting, please contact HR Staffing / RH Dotation (CNSC/CCSN).