What You Need to Note:
The results of this process may be used to staff future positions, in various CNSC locations, with similar qualifications and various tenures including term, acting, assignment and indeterminate.
Who can apply? Persons employed by the Federal Government of 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.
Within the flexible work model, CNSC employees are currently expected to work in-person for at least 25% of their normal schedule depending on the operational requirements and duties of the position.
The CNSC is dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects Canada’s population. We value and respect individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, socio-economic backgrounds, and lived experiences. We recognize that individuals may identify with more than one designated group.
Employment equity is an important organizational priority and may be applied at any stage of this appointment process. If applied, preference may be given to candidates who have self-identified as members of one or more of the four designated employment equity groups: Persons with Disabilities, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis), Members of Visible Minorities, or Women. Self-identification is voluntary, confidential and used solely to support Employment Equity objectives. We encourage members of any designated group to self-identify.
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. “
This process is available in both official languages. Please indicate your preferred language for communication.
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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
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Who you are
You are a strategic Human Resources professional who thrives in a fast-paced, results-driven environment where your work directly contributes to organizational excellence. You bring a strong client focus and are comfortable advising senior leaders on complex, sensitive matters.
You are curious, analytical, and proactive—always seeking better ways to deliver HR services. You embrace innovation, leverage data to inform decisions, and anticipate future workforce needs.
You are particularly motivated by shaping executive talent pipelines, ensuring strong leadership capacity, and supporting fair, transparent, and inclusive executive staffing practices.
What you’ll do
Reporting to the Team Leader, Resourcing, you will provide HR advice and services with a focus on executive recruitment (Executive-level positions), while also contributing to broader HR programs.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver and support end-to-end executive (senior-level) staffing processes, ensuring they are timely, efficient, and aligned with policies and best practices
- Provide advice and guidance to managers on executive recruitment, assessment approaches, and staffing requirements
- Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to support executive talent initiatives, including process improvements and workforce planning activities
- Work closely with the Talent Programs team to support executive-level development, talent pipelines, and succession considerations
- Prepare briefing materials, reports, and communications to support decision-making and staffing activities
- Contribute to projects and continuous improvement efforts to modernize executive staffing and enhance service delivery
Essential Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor's degree from a recognized university with specialization in human resources, management, public or business administration or an acceptable combination of relevant education and experience
Language Requirements:
Bilingual imperative with proficiency at CBC level. If you are unsure of your proficiency level, we encourage you to self-assess here
Experience:
- Providing HR advice and guidance to managers or clients
- Supporting or leading executive level recruitment processes
- Conducting research and analysis, and developing recommendations
- Building and maintaining effective working relationships with stakeholders, including senior leaders (Director General (EX-03) or higher)
- Preparing written materials such as reports, presentations, or briefing notes
- Manage confidential and high-profile recruitment processes with discretion
- Experience with digital tools such as Microsoft 365 (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint) and HR systems or applicant tracking systems
Knowledge of:
- Knowledge of legislation, policies and trends in Human Resources Management
- Recruitment and talent management practices for the executive-level cadre
- Applicable employment-related legislation and frameworks
- Research and analysis methods
Ability to:
- Provide clear, practical, and strategic HR advice, including on sensitive or complex matters
- Analyze information and data to develop sound recommendations
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a wide range of audiences, including senior management
- Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Technical competencies:
- Business acumen
- Client orientation
- Strategic thinking
- Analytical thinking
- Data Literacy
- Communication
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:
- Experience managing HR projects or initiatives from start to finish
- Experience in a Regulatory/science-based organization
- Certification in change management
- Basic knowledge of psychometric assessment tools and practices used to support staffing, talent management, and leadership development.
- Professional HR designation (e.g., CHRP)
Operational Needs:
All CNSC staff are subject to the Mobility Directive.
Overtime: 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:
Please visit our How to Prepare page for more information and helpful tips.
Contact Information:
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact [email protected] or call 1-877-427-7717 Monday to Friday 8 am to 8 pm, EST (except statutory holidays).
If you have questions about this job posting, please contact HR Staffing / RH Dotation (CNSC/CCSN).
