Job Description

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Important

Do not discuss your application with others (including on social media) besides your partner, or close family members - who should also be reminded about the need to be discreet.

Closing Date

2025-12-07

Reference Number

24-968-VAR-068

Job Category

Experienced

Who Can Apply

Canadian Citizens

Location

Ottawa, Ontario

Salary Range

$87,459 - $106,386



$99,392 - $120,917

Status

Indeterminate (permanent)

Language Requirement

Non-Imperative (CBC/CBC)

Job Summary

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Human Resources (HR) Advisor Level 07 - Classification and Organizational Design

The Classification and Organizational Design (C&OD) Advisor is responsible for providing advice to clients on C&OD issues related to organizational design and to the creation, abolition, redeployment and job evaluation of positions.


Analyze and evaluate the soundness of the client's request and ensure it meets Service policies and practices. Assist supervisors/managers in developing generic job profiles by reviewing and analyzing content to ensure it reflects the position's overall purpose and major responsibilities. Evaluate and recommend position title, subgroups and classification levels based on position-specific information. This may include reviewing current and/or proposed job profile, applying the job evaluation questionnaire, researching historical position information, completing internal and external relativity studies and conducting on-site interviews. Recommend, guide and provide advice to managers on the development branch/regional organizational design in order to generate options and produce an organizational structure. Liaise with internal clients to proactively establish working partnerships and with HR colleagues to promote an integrated cross-functional approach to HR management. Chair Classification Redress Committees by coordinating the process, attending meetings to provide advice, guidance and administrative support to the committee members and preparing a report of the final recommendations for submission to the CHRO.

Human Resources (HR) Senior Advisor Level 08 - Classification and Organizational Design

The Senior Classification and Organizational Design (C&OD) Advisor is responsible to lead C&OD initiatives related to organizational design and provide advice and or interpretation on classification policies, recourse or grievance mechanisms.


Serves as a mentor and/or functional specialist for HR C&OD Advisors provide guidance and review recommendations on the handling of difficult, complex or precedent-setting cases. Writes content for training and information sessions, as well as correspondence, reports, case studies, briefings and summaries pertaining to the activities undertaken or in support of recommendations referred to senior management. Implements and documents changes in service delivery processes, strategies and procedures, products, tools and approaches that improve services and support the integrity of the C&OD program; and provides input to business lines and HR annual and accountability reports. Identifies the need for, develops or coordinates the development of content and delivers and evaluates information sessions and presentations to managers and employees in the client portfolio.

Education

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EDUCATION C&OD ADVISOR L07

Graduation with a degree 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 sciences, social sciences, sociology, or in any other field relevant to the work to be performed and three (3) years of relevant experience or
University certificate or College diploma (2-year program) and four (4) years of relevant experience or
Human resources certification recognized by the Canadian Council of Human Resources Association and five (5) years of relevant experience

EDUCATION SENIOR C&OD ADVISOR L08

Graduation with a degree 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 sciences, social sciences, sociology, or in any other field relevant to the work to be performed and four (4) years of relevant experienceor University certificate or College diploma (2-year program) and five (5) years of relevant experienceor Human resources certification recognized by the Canadian Council of Human Resources Association and six (6) years of relevant experience*


The educational program must be from an accredited learning institution recognized in Canada. If you completed a program outside of Canada, you will be required to obtain proof of a Canadian equivalency at your expense from an accredited learning institution recognized in Canada.



Note: Any higher level of education (i.e., Masters, Doctorate) in a related filed of study could be recognized as experience.

Experience

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EXPERIENCE C&OD ADVISOR L07

EX1

-Experienceis defined as the interpretation of policies and procedures in any one or more of the following Human Resources disciplines: human resources planning, classification, staffing, recruitment, training, performance management, talent management, compensation or labour relations.

EX2

- Two (2) years experience in the planning, delivery or management of human resources services in any one or more the following Human Resources disciplines: human resources planning, classification, staffing, recruitment, training, performance management, talent management, and compensation or labour relations.

Candidates must also possess:

EX3 -

Experience in job analysis and evaluation using various job evaluation standards.

EX4 -

Experience writing rational documents for management, such as reports, presentations, and briefing notes.

EX5 -

Experience in conducting research and analysis to identify HR trends or issues.

EX6 -

Experience in providing advice and recommendations to clients on organizational design and classification issues.

EXPERIENCE SENIOR C&OD ADVISOR L08

EX1 -

Significant1 experience in analyzing and evaluating positions using different job evaluation standards.

EX2 -

Significant1 experience in providing strategic advice to senior management on organizational design.

Candidates must also possess:

EX3

- Experience in coaching advisors on Classification & Organizational Design issues in a context of transformational change.

EX4

- Experience in coordinating classification or organizational design projects or initiatives in collaborations with various business partners.

EX5

- Experience in using an executive job evaluation standard as part of an ongoing responsibility to review or write executive-level work descriptions and job evaluation rationales.

EX6

- Experience in participating or chairing classification committees.

EX7

- Experience in reviewing/analyzing classification grievances.



1Significant is defined in terms of depth, breadth and scope of experience acquired by having performed a broad range of relevant activities related to the task.

Competencies

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Showing initiative and being action-oriented Client service orientation Thinking things through Communication Demonstrating integrity and respect Working effectively with others

Assets

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An asset qualification is a qualification which can enhance the ability to perform the work based on current and future business requirements, but which is not strictly required. Assets can help determine right fit in certain circumstances.

AEX1

- Certification or accreditation in classification (Treasury Board Secretariat-issued classification accreditation).

AEX2

- Experience in management of human resources services in any one or more the following Human Resources disciplines: staffing, workforce planning and/or labour relations.

Conditions of Employment

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Not applicable

Notes

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ASSESSMENT PROCESS: Written Exam

A written exam will be used as part of the overall assessment combined with the competency-based interview. The exam will serve to evaluate your Thinking things through and Communication.

ASSESSMENT PROCESS: Competency Based Interview

The Competency Based Interview will assess the candidate's experience, knowledge and the competencies listed in the Statement of Qualifications.



Reference checks may be conducted as part of the assessment process.



The complexity of the competencies such as the breadth and depth of sought experience, multiple issues, impact or risks will define the level of position sought.



While we continue to explore opportunities for flexible work arrangements, the majority of work in our organization must be done in the office and cannot be performed at home.



If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please mention it to the HR representative.

Security Requirements

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Candidates must be eligible to receive an Enhanced Top Secret security clearance. The process involves a security interview, a polygraph, and a background investigation that includes credit and financial verifications. The use of illegal drugs is a criminal offense. Drug use is an important factor considered in your reliability and suitability assessment during the selection process. Therefore it is important not to use any illegal drugs from the time you submit your application.

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Important

Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their application how they meet each Education and Experience criteria. Failure to do so will result in the applicant being screened out of the career opportunity.

CSIS is a separate employer and is not subject to the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA). CSIS has its own classification, compensation system, and a different staffing regime. As such, we use a different staffing process and terminology.



CSIS is committed to building a workforce that is truly representative of the Canadians it serves by cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace environment. This will be achieved by increasing employment equity group representation (including persons with disabilities, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and women) at all levels within the organization through hiring and talent management practices. We will also ensure that appropriate accommodations are made (e.g., specialized equipment, changes to physical workspace) to provide employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. In support of achieving a greater, diverse and skilled workforce, we strongly encourage those individuals who belong to one or more of the employment equity groups to self-identify when applying.



Should you require accommodation in relation to a disability, please tell us at the beginning of the selection process. This information will be kept confidential.



CSIS Offices in Canada are located on various ancestral and traditional lands. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge all Indigenous People across Canada and their connection to these lands.



The personal information provided in your application is protected under the Privacy Actand will be held in Personal Information Bank SIS/P-PU-025.

We thank all applicants for their interest in CSIS. However, only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted.