Job Description

Correctional Service Canada


Kingston (Ontario)


EG-05


$78,909 to $99,200
Applying for Government of Canada jobs: What to expect - Canada.ca

Closing date: 27 October 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply:

Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

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Important messages

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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 use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.


Assessment accommodation


In line with the Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, your submission must be your own original work (you are NOT permitted to COPY, PASTE and/or PLAGIARIZE information from any source). This includes generating responses using ChatGPT or any other natural language processing chatbots driven by generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology.

Duties

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Delivery of specialized technical support services for the planning, design, construction, operation, maintenance and use of building facilities, as well as project management support for construction/maintenance projects and architecture, interior design or engineering activities and for the implementation of various technical services programs in Correctional Service Canada (CSC) facilities.

Building facilities include, but are not limited to, the buildings and interior of the facilities, including site configurations, security features and capabilities, institutional facilities and infrastructure, parole offices and community correctional centres.

Work environment

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The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) is the federal government department responsible for administering of a term of two years or more, as imposed by the courts. CSC is responsible for managing institutions of various security levels and supervising offenders under conditional release in the community.




Our Mission




The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC), as part of the criminal justice system and respecting the rule of law, contributes to public safety by actively encouraging and assisting offenders to become law-abiding citizens, while exercising reasonable, safe, secure and humane control.




For further information on the department, work environment and careers at CSC, visit our website at http://www.csc-scc.gc.ca.

Intent of the process

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The intent of this process is to identify qualified candidates for current and anticipatory staffing needs for Project Officer, Facilities Planning positions with Correctional Service Canada - Kingston, Ontario.



Staffing needs include permanent (indeterminate), and temporary (term) employment opportunities.



This process may be used to staff similar positions in various locations across Ontario

Positions to be filled:

Number to be determined

Information you must provide

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Your resume.

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

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EDUCATION

Graduation with a diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in Civil Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electromechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Power Engineering Technology or Architectural Technology or an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience



Experience in the field of construction or project management
Degree equivalency


EXPERIENCE

Experience analyzing and interpreting documents related to building construction (i.e., shop drawings, specifications, sketches, blueprints, etc.) Experience managing building construction projects. Experience monitoring budgets and contracts in the construction industry.

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

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English essential


Information on language requirements


COMPETENCIES

Demonstrating Integrity and Respect Thinking Things Through Working Effectively with Others Showing Initiative and Being Action-Oriented
ABILITIES

Ability to write technical scopes of work related to construction Ability to demonstrate an understanding of building construction inspections against contract documents Ability to communicate effectively in writing Ability to communicate effectively orally

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

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ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in architecture or mechanical, electrical, civil engineering. Eligibility for certification as a professional engineer in Canada with specialization in an engineering specialty relevant to the duties of the position. Eligibility for certification as an Architect in Canada with experience relevant to the duties of the position. Certified technician or engineering technologist from the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT). Certified Licensed Technologist from the Ontario association of Architects (OAA). Professional certification "Project Management Professional (PMP)" obtained from the Project Management Institute (PMI), or other professional designation related to project management issued by a recognized institution.
Degree equivalency


EXPERIENCE

Experience using computer-aided drafting and design software (example: AutoCAD) Experience in providing technical advice and support to develop project proposals Experience working in a correctional environment
ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS

To support employment equity objectives, diversity and inclusion and/or to meet business objectives, selection may be limited to a member of an equity-seeking group.
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Willingness and ability to travel to various locations in the Ontario Region Willingness and ability to work within a correctional environment Willingness and ability to work overtime

Conditions of employment

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Reliability Status security clearance Candidate must possess a valid unrestricted driver's license that conforms to provincial or territorial requirements and must maintain it throughout employment.

Other information

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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


Candidates must clearly demonstrate in their responses that they meet the essential education and experience qualifications. It is NOT sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Rather you must clearly demonstrate HOW, WHEN, and WHERE the qualification was met through substantiation by examples. Information on your described skills, experience, etc. provided in the screening questions should be supported by your resume. Failure to provide sufficient information will result in the candidate being screened out and rejected from the process.




You must be able to provide proof of your education credentials.



Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice (English or French).



For this selection process, we will communicate with you by email. You must provide a valid email address to which you wish to receive communication regarding this selection process. It is your responsibility to inform of any change of address, telephone number and / or email address. You must ensure to check/view your email accounts including spam, promotion or other folders regularly as there may be a deadline for responses. Candidates who respond past the deadline risk being removed from the selection process.



This selection process has four stages:


Stage 1 is the screening of applications, specifically the responses to the four (4) questions relating to the ESSENTIAL qualifications imbedded in this job advertisement. Resumes are considered a secondary source of information during screening.


Stage 2 consists of a take home written assessment.

Stage 3 consists of an interview which may be completed by MS Teams.


Stage 4 will be reference checks. Reference names will be requested during stage 3.

Preference

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Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.


Information on the preference to veterans

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