Security and Emergency Preparedness Inspector - Various Locations

Group & Level: TI-04, TI-05, TI-06 and TI-07
(TI = Technical Inspector)

Salary: Information about salaries and pay entitlements for this position is available on the Treasury Board Secretariat web site.

Benefits and Entitlements: Information about pensions and benefits is available on the Treasury Board Secretariat web site. For information on all other entitlements, view the Collective Agreement for the TI group.

Work Locations: Click here to view a map of Canada.

Language requirements: Various

Useful information about the various language requirements and language testing can be obtained from the Public Service Commission of Canada.

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must fully demonstrate in their application that they meet all of the minimum qualifications.

Education:

Experience:

Depending on the level of the position, candidates will be required to possess, at a minimum , one or more of the following experience requirements:

Again, depending on the position and its level, you may also be requested to possess one or more of the following experience:

Other requirements:

* Inspectors must verify colour images on baggage x-ray equipment.

Citizenship:

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens. Please indicate in your application the reason for which you are entitled to work in Canada: Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status or work permit. More useful information about Citizenship requirements can be obtained on the Public Service Commission web site.

Functions:

The regional Security and Emergency Preparedness branch has responsibilities with respect to all transport modes: air, marine and rail.

The main objective of the branch is to protect the national transportation system against illicit acts, to be prepared to respond in the event of civil emergency and to protect the Department's core property and services.

It monitors compliance with regulatory requirements with regard to multi-modal safety, carries out inspections to verify compliance, and promotes security to the general public and within Transport Canada.

The branch also implements the regional program to plan and co-ordinate emergency planning, to ensure that the Department responds appropriately in emergency situations where it would be expected to provide direction or support.

The branch is also responsible for the corporate security program for the entire Department, and ensures that all staff complies with this program (Government Security Policy GSP).

Security and Emergency Preparedness Inspectors must be experienced leaders and skilled communicators capable of working effectively with others both internal & external personnel and adapting to the different needs of our clients. They must sometimes take rapid, decisive action and need to be able to negotiate with client industries. Inspectors work in an environment of high stress due to the possible impact of error and real or potential conflict. In the course of ensuring that regulations are respected, Security Inspectors carry significant responsibility and accountability - their decisions have a direct impact on the safety of Canadians and the transportation industry.

Work Conditions:

Frequent travel, overtime and shift work may be required

About the Organization:

The Security and Emergency Preparedness directorate's mandate is to: "In cooperation with others, prevent incidents that threaten the security of the national transportation system and the department, and to respond to situations that may affect them or require their support."

More Information on the Security and Emergency Preparedness Directorate can be found on Transport Canada's web site.