Classification Standard - GS - General Services

Bench-mark Position Number: 3

Descriptive Title: CLEANING SERVICE FOREMAN

Level: 4

G SERVICES

Sub-group: BUILDIN

Basic Point Rating: 377

Supervisory Rating: C5

Duties % of Time
- Supervises a group of approximately 39 building cleaners and subordinate supervisors at Uplands Airport - by assigning duties as required to meet workloads with the resources available, - by inspecting work in progress and on completion to ensure adherence to quality and quantity standards set by the Department of National Defence, - by instructing employees, through subordinate supervisors, on correct cleaning methods and the proper use of equipment and supplies, - by preparing regular work schedules, - by maintaining records of attendance, leave, overtime and accident, and - by assessing and reporting on the efficiency of subordi- nates, and proposing disciplinary action.	75
- Maintains control of cleaning supplies and tools - by requisitioning necessary supplies and tools, - by issuing supplies and tools to workers in various buildings, - by maintaining records of materials used and tools supplied, and - by co-operating with representatives of cleaning equip- ment companies to establish techniques.	20
- Performs related duties, such as distributing linen and assigning quarters in the absence of the barrack warden, serving on selection boards to recruit cleaners, and participating in various departmental studies to improve the quality of cleaning at the airport.	5

Specifications

Degree

Points

Skill and Knowledge

Basic Knowledge - The work requires the use of simple

arithmetic processes in keeping time, work and supply

records, and elementary writing skills in completing

simple form reports.

Summary

Under the general supervision of a station services officer, supervises a group of building cleaners and subordinate supervisors engaged in cleaning 32 buildings at Uplands Airport, Ottawa; maintains control of cleaning supplies and tools; and performs related duties.

BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION

Bench-mark Position Number: 3

Descriptive Title: CLEANING SERVICE FOREMAN

Level: 4

Sub-group: BUILDING SERVICES

Basic Point Rating: 377

Supervisory Rating: C5

Duties % of Time
- Supervises a group of approximately 39 building cleaners and subordinate supervisors at Uplands Airport - by assigning duties as required to meet workloads with the resources available, - by inspecting work in progress and on completion to ensure adherence to quality and quantity standards set by the Department of National Defence, - by instructing employees, through subordinate supervisors, on correct cleaning methods and the proper use of equipment and supplies, - by preparing regular work schedules, - by maintaining records of attendance, leave, overtime and accident, and - by assessing and reporting on the efficiency of subordinates, and proposing disciplinary action.	75
- Maintains control of cleaning supplies and tools - by requisitioning necessary supplies and tools, - by issuing supplies and tools to workers in various buildings, - by maintaining records of materials used and tools supplied, and - by co-operating with representatives of cleaning equipment companies to establish techniques.	20
- Performs related duties, such as distributing linen and assigning quarters in the absence of the barrack warden, serving on selection boards to recruit cleaners, and participating in various departmental studies to improve the quality of cleaning at the airport.	5

Specifications

Degree

Points

Skill and Knowledge

Basic Knowledge - The work requires the use of simple

arithmetic processes in keeping time, work and supply

records, and elementary writing skills in completing

simple form reports.

Degree		Points
Comprehension and Judgement - The work requires planning for and achieving a defined work objective through subordinate supervisors and interpreting departmental policies and procedures as they apply to the cleaning function.	3	65
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires a good knowledge of building-cleaning methods and products, and skill in working through subordinate supervisors to motivate a work force normally lacking in self motivation to achieve desired results.	4	100
Effort Mental - The work requires moderate attention in allocating the work force to meet the workload, inspecting work performed, ensuring that work standards are met and maintaining records.	2	46
Physical - The work requires some walking during inspections or checking of supplies.	1	20
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires accountability for the standard of cleaning in a designated area. The cleaning service supplied is such that embarrassment to the department and undue depreciation of the buildings will occur if the standard of cleaning is not maintained. Safety of Others - The work requires the assurance that employees learn the proper use of equipment and proper work methods to avoid possible injury or accident.	2 2	58 45
Working Conditions Environment - The work is performed within controlled surroundings and requires little or no exposure to adverse conditions.	1	12
Hazards - The work involves little exposure to hazards.	A₁	4

Degree

Points

Supervision

The work requires the supervision of approximately 30 full-time

employees, assigning duties, arranging work schedules, maintaining

clearly defined quantity and quality work standards, instructing new employees,

assessing competence of workers, resolving minor grievances and reporting serious grievances and disciplinary proposals to a senior supervisor. C5

The assignment of staff implies co-ordination of the work of the group, since the size of the work force may be reduced through absenteeism while the workload remains relatively constant.

BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION

Bench-mark Position Number: 4

Descriptive Titles JANITOR

Level: 2

Sub-group: BUILDING

SERVICES

Basic Point Rating: 257

Supervisory Rating: n/a

Summary

Under the supervision of a head janitor at Royal Roads, Victoria, B.C., performs light and heavy cleaning duties in dormitories and other areas, and performs related duties.

	Duties		% of Time
	- Performs light cleaning duties in dormitories and other areas, using hand brooms, mops and brushes - by sweeping floors and stairways, - by dusting furniture and woodwork, - by cleaning and disinfecting washrooms, showers and toilet facilities, - by emptying ash trays and trash receptacles, and - by lighting fires and removing ashes from fireplaces.		60
	- Performs heavy cleaning duties in dormitories and other areas, using cloths, mops, brushes and hand or power-operated equipment - by washing and waxing floors and stairways, - by polishing waxed floor surfaces, - by stripping wax from floors, using specified compounds, - by washing walls and ceilings, and - by washing and polishing inside windows at all heights and outside windows at ground level.		25
	- Performs related duties, such as removing snow and ice from entrances, exits and fire escapes.		15
Specifications		Degree		Points
Skill and Knowledge
Basic Knowledge - The work requires reading and speaking in order t o identify cleaning material and to communicate with the supervisor.		1		15
Comprehension and Judgement - The work requires an under standing of simple oral instructions in order to follow routine work procedures. Little judgement is required.		1		25
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires a short demonstration of the tasks performed.		1		25

	Degree	Points
Effort
Mental - The work requires normal attention to recognize the need for cleaning. The measure of quality is obvious.	1	20
Physical - The work requires constant standing combined with body movement, some heavy lifting in moving furniture preparatory to and after scrubbing and waxing floors, lifting and carrying heavy buckets, shoveling snow, working overhead while cleaning, and working from a ladder.	3	73
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires some account ability for the quality of work and for the economical use of supplies. Supervision is close and the cost of work aids is relatively low.	1	25
Safety of Others - The work permits little possibility of injury to others.	1	15
Working Conditions
Environment - The work requires some exposure to disagree able weather and exposure to wet while scrubbing and washing.	2	36
Hazards - The work involves some exposure to accidents while working from ladders and to injury in reaching or lifting. Falling from ladders could cause back injury or broken limbs.	B₁	23

BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION

Bench-mark Position Number: 5

Descriptive Title: JANITOR, PUBLIC BUILDING

Level: 4

Sub-group: BUILDING SERVICES

Basic Point Rating: 332

Supervisory Rating: n/a

Summary

Under the general supervision of a zone property manager, cleans, maintains and secures a small public building that houses the post office at Atikokan, Ont.; tends the heating plant; services the walks and adjacent grounds; and performs related duties.

Duties		% of Time
- Cleans and maintains a post office building - by sweeping, scrubbing, washing, waxing and polishing floors and stairways, using hand or power operated equipment, - by washing windows and walls, - by cleaning accumulated soot from the chimney, - by removing, repairing and replacing storm windows, - by making minor repairs or calling in skilled workers, and - by requisitioning supplies or making small local purchases.		65
- Secures the building - by unlocking and locking doors to suit office hours, and - by ensuring the windows are closed.		3
- Tends the heating plant - by lighting and maintaining the fire in an automatic coal stoked, hot water heating furnace, and removing ashes, and - by arranging for fuel delivery as required.		5
- Services the walks and adjacent grounds - by mowing and watering lawns, and by planting and tending flower beds, and - by shoveling snow from walks, steps and parking areas, and removing ice deposits as required.		20
- Performs related duties, such as reporting to the region on repair requirements, supervising casual labourers engaged in snow removal, recharging fire extinguishers and organizing a fire warden service for the building.		7
Specifications	Decree		Points
Skill and Knowledge
Basic Knowledge - The work requires the use of elementary arithmetic in ordering supplies, taking rough measures for repair, and some reading of instruction manuals and directions for the use of equipment and supplies.	1		15

BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION

Bench-mark Position Numbers 6

Descriptive Title: BUTCHER

Level: 4

Sub-group: FOOD SERVICES

Basic Point Rating: 356

Supervisory Rating: n/a

Summary

Under supervision, at the Canadian Forces Base, Camp Borden, Ont., performs butchering tasks for four kitchens by receiving, processing, storing, and issuing meat and fish products, and performs related duties.

	Duties		% of Time
	- Receives meat rations in bulk quantities at a central butcher shop by inspecting meat being delivered to determine its quality and quantity, and completing receipt vouchers by noting any shortages in orders or substitute items.		₅
	- Processes and stores meat - by dividing sides and quarters into roasts, steaks, chops and other portion cuts according to good practices and the kitchen demands, - by slicing and grinding meat as required, - by pickling and curing special meats, and - by placing meat in storage until time of issue.		80
	- Issues meat to kitchens by selecting and assembling items according to written orders, and by posting records of meat items issued and held in storage.		10
	- Performs related duties, such as cleaning the bench area and tools used and supervising the cleaning of refrigerators and the shop area generally.		5
Specifications		Degree		Points
Skill and Knowledge
Basic Knowledge - The work requires the use of arithmetic processes in receiving, apportioning and issuing meat and fish, and of reading and writing in filling orders, reporting inventory and preparing material lists.		2		27
Comprehension and Judgement - The work requires an under standing of meat cutting and handling practices and the interpreting of menus and ration sheets into meat requirements. Judgement is exercised in using cuts available to fill kitchen requests.		3		65

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	Degree	Points
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires formal training or significant experience in butchering and meat cutting practices and techniques and a good knowledge of handling perishable food products.	4	100
Effort
Mental - The work requires normal attention in cutting meat and in receiving and issuing meat to avoid loss of material and to maintain records.	1	20
Physical - The work requires considerable standing combined with body movement in handling meat cuts, cutting meat and assembling orders. Work aids are available for handling the heavy portions of meat, but occasional lifting or handling of heavy portions is required.	₂	46
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires that discrepancies in quantity and quality of products received be reported to the supervisor and that regular butchering and storage practices be followed.	1	25
Safety of Others - The work is performed in a small well planned shop area where the main duties are performed by the butcher himself, and there is little possibility of injuring others.	1	15
Working Conditions
Environment . The work requires significant exposure to contrasting temperatures when performing tasks alternately in and out of the refrigerator unit.	2	36
Hazards - The work requires the regular use of hand and power cutting tools in meat cutting, resulting in regular exposure to injury such a s cuts and bruises.	A₂	22

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BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION

Bench-mark Position Number: 7

Descriptive Title: CAMP COOK

Level: 5

Sub-group: FOOD SERVICES

Basic Point Rating: 415

Supervisory Rating: n/a

Summary

Under the general supervision of the resident engineer, Terra Nova National Park, Nfld., prepares and cooks meals according to standard menus and numbers of persons served; carries out housekeeping duties; performs clerical duties; and supervises one or two part-time cooks.

Duties	% of Time
- Prepares and cooks meals according t o standard menus and numbers of persons served - by peeling, washing, trimming and preparing vegetables for cooking, - by cooking vegetables and baking breads and pastries, and - by boiling, broiling, frying and roasting meats.	53
- Carries out housekeeping duties to provide sanitary conditions in the camp kitchen and eating area - by washing dishes, utensils, pots and pans, using hot water, soap and disinfectants, - by arranging dishes and eating utensils on tables and stacking excess dishes, utensils and cookware in proper locations, - by sweeping, scrubbing and cleaning floors, walls, tables, counters and stove, using required cleaning agents, dust inhibitors and disinfectants.	24
- Performs clerical duties - by listing food requirements and passing the list to the resident engineer for approval and ordering, - by taking an inventory of food and kitchen supplies and preparing a monthly report of cookhouse activities to be used in determining the cost of meals, - by keeping records of meals served to individuals for the purpose of assessing accommodation charges for these individuals, and - by collecting fees for meals served to visitors and casual workers not accommodated in the camp area.	13
- Supervises the activities of one or two part-time cooks who are assigned to help with kitchen duties when the number of meals served requires such assistance.	10

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Specifications	Degree	Points
Skill and Knowledge
Basic Knowledge - The work requires the use of arithmetic processes in adjusting recipes, in determining cooking time and in measuring ingredients. The work also requires the recording of numbers of meals served to individuals and the completing of monthly inventories of supplies on hand.	2	27
Comprehension and Judgement - The work requires an under standing of food preparation to comply with good cooking practices. There is also a requirement to provide well-balanced and appealing meals by interpreting recipes and relating menus to quantities desired and foodstuffs and ingredients available.	3	65
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires formal training or significant experience in cooking practices and techniques sufficient to skillfully interpret and apply recipes.	4	100
Effort
Mental - The work requires moderate attention while preparing and cooking foods, with periods of concentration when measuring and mixing ingredients and during critical phases of the cooking process.	₂	46
Physical - The work requires considerable walking and standing while preparing foods, cooking meals and performing cleaning duties, with occasional lifting and handling of foodstuffs and cooking ingredients in large quantities.	2	46
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires relative independence of action in preparing and serving wholesome meals and in the proper storage and use of foodstuffs and cooking ingredients purchased in large quantities. There is also a requirement to record the numbers of meals served to individuals and to collect meal fees from non-resident guests, as required.	2	58

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	Degree	Points
Safety of Others - The work requires the preparing, cooking and serving of food where the main duties are performed in relative isolation with little possibility of injury to other persons.	1	15
Working Conditions
Environment - The duties are performed in a camp kitchen where there is exposure to heat, steam and wet conditions while preparing and cooking food and performing cleaning duties.	2	36
Hazards - The work involves frequent exposure to minor injuries such as cuts, bruises, burns and scalds while preparing foodstuffs, cooking food and performing cleaning duties.	A2	22

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BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION

Bench-mark Position Numbers 8

Descriptive Title: COOK

Level: 5

Sub-groups FOOD SERVICES

Basic Point Rating; 382

Supervisory Rating: n/a

Summary

Under the supervision of a head cook, with the aid of menus and recipes, performs general duty cooking at the Canadian Forces Base, Camp Borden, Ont.

Duties		% of Time
- Does general duty cooking, following menus and recipes - by making coffee, - by preparing soup stock from meat bones and meat trim and preparing soups from soup stock, - by roasting, grilling and frying meat as required, - by cooking vegetables, - by baking pies, cakes, cookies and desserts, - by preparing and arranging salads, - by preparing and packing lunches for field use, and - by slicing meat and cutting cakes and pies.		100
Specifications	Degree		Points
Skill and Knowledge
Basic Knowledge - The work requires the use of arithmetic processes in measuring ingredients, adjusting recipes and determining cooking time.	2		27
Comprehension and Judgement - The work requires an under standing of food preparation to comply with good cooking practices. There is also a requirement to interpret recipes and ration sheets in relation to ingredients, quantity desired, and temperatures required, to produce palatable dishes.	3		65
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires formal training or significant experience in cooking practices and techniques sufficient to skillfully interpret and apply recipes.	4		100
Effort
Mental - The work requires moderate attention while preparing and cooking foods, with periods of concentration when measuring and mixing ingredients and during critical phases of the cooking process.	₂		46

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	Degree	Point
Physical - The work requires considerable standing combined with light body movement while preparing foods and cooking meals, and occasional lifting of heavy foodstuff.	₂	46
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires some responsibility for producing palatable foods while following recipes.	1	25
Safety of Others - The work requires individual effort, with little association with others and little possibility of injury to other persons.	1	15
Working Conditions
Environment - The work requires prolonged exposure to heat from cooking and serving equipment, and occasional exposure to cold temperatures in refrigerators.	₂	36
Hazards - The work involves frequent exposure to burns, cuts and scalds while working in proximity to stoves, ovens and steam and with knives and cutting utensils.	A₂	22

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BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION

Bench-mark Position Numbers 9

Descriptive Title: KITCHEN HELPER

Levels 2

Sub-group: FOOD SERVICES

Basic Point Rating: 256

Supervisory Ratings n/a

Summary

Under the supervision of a head cook, cleans kitchen, utensils and equipment, prepares vegetables, and assists in food preparation and serving at the Canadian Forces Base. Camp Borden, Ont.

Duties		% of Time
- Cleans kitchen, utensils and equipment - by scrubbing, washing, sterilizing and drying pots, pans, food grinders and other utensils and equipment, - bywashing and sterilizing dishes through the use of a mechanical dishwasher, and - byscrubbing and washing, as required, areas within the kitchen and mess hall, including floors, walls, shelves, tables and chairs.		60
- Prepares vegetables by removing peel through the use of a mechanical vegetable peeler and knife, and by washing vegetables preparatory to cooking them.		13
- Assists in food preparation and serving - bycutting cakes, pies, bread and cheese, - by toasting bread, - by replenishing steam-table compartments, - by replenishing dishes and cutlery at the serving area, and - by setting tables and removing dirty dishes.		17
- Performs miscellaneous duties - by carrying food supplies from the receiving to the storage area and storing them on shelving as prescribed, - by depositing waste in garbage containers, disposing of garbage, and washing and disinfecting garbage containers, and - by fetching supplies from refrigerators and storage areas as required by the cooks.		10
Specifications	Degree		Points
Skill and Knowledge
Basic Knowledge - The work requires counting and making rough measures in apportioning foodstuffs.	1		15

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	Degree	Point
Comprehension and Judgement - The work requires the understanding of simple oral instructions in order to perform elementary tasks. Little judgement is required.	1	25
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires a short demonstration of procedures and routines.	1	25
Effort
Mental - The work requires normal attention to assigned tasks and to recognize the need for cleaning. The measure of quality is readily determined.	1	20
Physical - The work requires prolonged periods of standing or walking, and lifting and carrying trays of dishes and containers of vegetables.	3	73
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires some account ability for the quality of cleaning and for the proper handling of foodstuffs and dishes.	1	25
Safety of Others - The work is not performed in co-operation with others, and there is little possibility of injury to others.	1	15
Working Conditions
Environment - The work requires considerable exposure to wet conditions, both hot and cold, while scrubbing, washing and cleaning, and frequent subjection to temperature extremes between refrigerators and kitchen.	₂	36
Hazards - The work involves exposure to burns and scalds from working in proximity to stoves, steam and hot water, to injuries such as cuts from knives and broken glass, and to some hazards from lifting and bending.	A2	22

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BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTIONS

SUB-GROUP: LAUNDRY SERVICES

BENCH-MARK

POSITION NO.

DESCRIPTIVE TITLE

PAGE

Presser

Washman

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BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION

Bench-mark Position Number: 10

Descriptive Title: PRESSER

Level: 1

Sub-group: LAUNDRY SERVICES

Basic Point Rating: 187

Supervisory Rating: n/a

Summary

Under the supervision of the dry-cleaning supervisor, Department of Public Works, Fort Churchill, Man., operates a steam press.

Duties		% of Time
- Operates a steam press to press jackets, suits, dresses and other items of clothing by arranging newly dry-cleaned garments on the press for the desired result and lowering the heated press for the required time, and by placing the pressed clothes on hangers for delivery.		100
Specifications	Degree		Points
Skill and Knowledge
Basic Knowledge - The work requires counting for quantity check, and communicating orally with the supervisor.	1		15
Comprehension and Judgement - The work requires understanding simple oral instructions in order to perform repetitive tasks. Little judgement is required.	1		25
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires a brief demonstration of the techniques used in pressing a variety of garments.	1		25
Effort
Mental - The work requires normal attention in properly arranging articles for pressing. Quality of the work is readily determined by inspection.	1		20
Physical - The work requires continuous standing while working with light-weight material.	2		46
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires that care be taken to retain the appearance of the garments and to avoid heat damage.	1		25

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	Degree	Points
Safety of Others - The work is performed in relative isolation, with little possibility of injury to others.	1	15
Working Conditions
Environment - The work is performed in somewhat higher than normal temperatures and humidity.	1	12
Hazards - The work requires some exposure to injuries such as slight burns.	Al	4

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BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION

Bench-mark Position Number: 11

Descriptive Title: WASHMAN

Level: 2

Sub-groups LAUNDRY SERVICES

Basic Point Rating: 256

Supervisory Rating. n/a

Summary,

Under the supervision of the laundry supervisor, Inuvik, N.W.T., tends clothes washing, extracting and drying machines in a laundry.

Duties		% of Time
- Tends three washing machines of 50-, 100-, and 300-pound capacity respectively, two extractors and three tumblers - by sorting laundry according to colour and fabric in preparation for washing, - by weighing and loading laundry into washing machines, - by adding to the wash the required amounts of soap, bleaches, disinfectants and starch, - by unloading washers and loading extractors, - by unloading extractors and loading tumblers, and - by removing the laundry from the tumblers following the drying cycle.		100
Specifications	Degree		Points
Skill and Knowledge
Basic Knowledge - The work requires reading simple gauges and meters in tending washers, extractors and dryers.	1		15
Comprehension and Judgement - The work requires tending laundry machines where washing formulae are stipulated and the sequence of operations is established. There is also a requirement to sort laundry items by fabric and colour in preparation for laundering.	1		25
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires an explanation of the duties, demonstration of laundering processes, and familiarization with washing formulae.	1		25
Effort
Mental - The work requires normal attention in the sorting of clothes, the loading and unloading of machines, and in adding required washing compounds.	1		20

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	Degree	Points
Physical - The work requires continuous standing combined with body movement in sorting and handling dry laundry and considerable heavy lifting in loading and unloading wet wash during the laundering process.	3	73
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires some account ability for preservation of shape and size of fabrics washed, but the use of specified formulae and routines and the programmed settings of machines tend to limit responsibility.	1	25
Safety of Others - The work permits little possibility of injury to others as duties associated with the job involve little contact with other people.	1	15
Working Conditions
Environment - The work is performed in somewhat higher than normal temperatures and humidity, where wet conditions are normal.	2	36
Hazards - The work involves frequent exposure to minor injuries such as cuts, bruises or burns from hot water and steam, or to the danger of slipping on wet floors.	A2	22

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BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTIONS

SUB-GROUP:MESSENGER SERVICES

BENCH-MARK

POSITION NO.

DESCRIPTIVE TITLE

PAGE

Confidential Messenger

Messenger

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$ENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION,

Bench-mark Position Numbers 12

Descriptive Titles CONFIDENTIAL MESSENGER

Levels 2

Sub-groups MESSENGER

SERVICES

Basic Point Rating: 244

Supervisory Rating: n/a

Summary

Under supervision, carries classified documents, confidential messages and other printed material between officials of the Department of External Affairs and outside agencies located in the Ottawa headquarters area, and performs related duties.

Duties		% of Time
- Carries classified documents and confidential messages - by reporting to specified agencies to receive classified documents, printed material or money, and the instructions for their protection during transportation, - by carrying and protecting materials in transit, while walking or using a departmental vehicle or taxi as required, and - by recording items accepted for delivery and obtaining receipts for materials delivered.		90
- Performs related duties such as packaging materials for mailing.		10
Specifications	Degree		Points
Skill and Knowledge
Basic Knowledge - The work requires that written and oral instructions be followed for the transportation and delivery of packaged printed matter in the Ottawa city area. It requires counting and recording items handled.	1		15
Comprehension and Judgement - The work requires that specific instructions be followed to carry out routine tasks.	1		25
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires an explanation of the duties and of the clerical tasks performed	1		25
Effort
Mental - The work requires periods of alertness and intermittent attention to details to protect material being transported.	1		20

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	Degree	Points
Physical - The work requires considerable walking and standing while carrying light-weight printed material. Motor transport is used to travel extended distances or to transport large packages of documents. Some greater physical effort is required while handling mail bags.	₂	46
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires that the security of classified documents be maintained during their transport within the Ottawa area and that any knowledge of their contents be not disclosed.	2	58
Safety of Others - The work involves contact with other people, but there is little possibility of injury to others.	1	15
Working Conditions
Environment - The work requires continual movement between an office environment and the out-of-doors, where there is exposure to weather conditions at all times of the year.	2	36
Hazards - Health and accident hazards are negligible.	A₁	4

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BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION,

Bench-Mark Position Numbers 13

Descriptive Titles MESSENGER

Levels 1

Sub-group: MESSENGER

SERVICES

Basic Point Rating: 187

Supervisory Rating: n/a

Summary

Under the supervision of the file room supervisor in the Department of Public Works, picks up and delivers files and correspondence within a branch; prepares a list of all files transferred within and from the branch; and performs related duties.

	Duties		% of Time
	- Picks up and delivers files and correspondence within a branch - by picking up items from the file control section and taking these to the messenger roan for sorting into appropriate bins, - by delivering the files and other printed material from the sorting bins to the designated persons in the branch, - by picking up files, mail and other material within the branch and delivering these to the file control section or the mail room, or redistributing them as indicated, and - by collecting the daily correspondence from the typing units and delivering it to the designated branch officers for signature.		85
	- Prepares a list of all files transferred within and from the branch by recording the transfer of all files within the branch, and by preparing transfer slips for all files transferred to other branches.		10
	- Performs related duties as required - by delivering printing requirements to the printing unit (located outside the building), - by collecting completed work from the printing unit, - by distributing the daily attendance sheets to a section within the branch, and - by delivering special messages.		5
Specifications		Degree		Points
Skill and Knowledge
Basic Knowledge - The work requires reading and following simple written instructions in collecting, sorting and delivering files, correspondence and other material. Simple recording procedures are required in noting the transfer of files.		1		15

	Decree	Points
Comprehension and Judgement - The work requires that specific instructions and established routines be followed to carry out repetitive tasks.	1	25
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires a brief demonstration and description of the duties, procedures and routines.	1	25
Effort
Mental - The work is repetitive, but does require normal attention in collecting, sorting and delivering files, correspondence and other material.	1	20
Physical - The work requires continuous walking and standing while performing the collecting, sorting and delivering duties associated with it.	2	46
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires some account ability for the recording of files and for proper sorting and delivery of mail. Misplacement of files and mail would result in lost time and annoyance.	1	25
Safety of Others - The work involves contact with other people, but there is little possibility of injury to others.	1	15
Working Conditions
Environment - The work is performed in pleasant surroundings with relatively few disagreeable conditions.	1	12
Hazards - The work involves little exposure to injury.	A₁	4

BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTIONS
SUB-GROUP: MISCELLANEOUS PERSONAL SERVICES

BENCH-MARK POSITION NO	DESCRIPTIVE TITLE	PAGE
14	Head Steward	61
15	Shift Matron	63
16	Tailor	65

BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION

Bench-mark Position Number: 14

Descriptive Title: HEAD STEWARD

Levels 9

Sub-groups MISCELLANEOUS

PERSONAL SERVICES

Basic Point Ratings 581

Supervisory Rating: C₄

Summary

Under the direction of the officers' mess committee at the Canadian Forces Base, Trenton, Ont., plans and controls the operation of the officers' mess; plans and prepares for official mess functions; and assists the officers' mess committee.

Duties		% of Time
- Plans and controls the operation of the officers' mess and supervises 24 employees - by training, supervising and directing the activities of bar stewards, housekeeping and cleaning staff and clerical staff associated with the officers' mess, - by arranging accommodations for members and guests, - by keeping records regarding accommodations, rations, inventory, accounts payable and receivable, personnel and building maintenance, and - by collecting mess. funds and accounting for mess funds and petty cash.		80
- Plans and prepares for official mess functions by scheduling entertainment for official functions, and arranging menus, in co-operation with the food services officer, for regularly scheduled and special events.		10
- Assists the officers' mess committee by acting as secretary ex officio, to prepare routine correspondence and requisitions for materials required in the officers' mess.		10
Specifications	Degree		Points
Skill and Knowledge
Basic Knowledge - The work requires making mathematical calculations in accounting for the financial operation of the officers' mess and in the maintenance of record- keeping systems.	4		51
Comprehension and Judgement - The work requires an under standing of management principles and techniques and the exercising of judgement and discretion in dealing with guests, members and staff.	4		85

	Degree	Points
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires consider able administrative experience, good knowledge of military protocol and of supervision, an appreciation of public relations, and tact.	6	200
Effort
Mental - The work requires close attention and periods of concentration in planning, scheduling and coordinating services associated with the officers' mess; in supervising employees; in handling cash and attractive items; and in attending to the details of business functions.	3	73
Physical - Duties involve light work requiring intermittent sitting, standing and walking.	₁	20
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires responsibility for the management of the mess and for the proper conduct of mess functions. The responsibility for assets and records is significant.	3	91
Safety of Others - The work requires ensuring that the staff use proper working methods to prevent injury to themselves or guests, that recognized safety precautions be observed by both staff and guests, and that normal accident-prevention measures be taken.	2	45
Working Conditions
Environment - The work is performed in controlled surroundings where few disagreeable conditions exist.	¹	12
Hazards - The work involves little exposure to injury or hazards to health.	A₁	4
Supervision
The work requires the supervision of 24full-time employees, assigning duties and checking work in order to maintain high standards, arranging work schedules, instructing new employees, assessing competence of workers, resolving minor grievances and reporting serious grievances and disciplinary proposals to the mess committee. Co-ordination is always required of the various groups of employees, and the fluctuation of workload that results from the numerous special events makes the scheduling of work vital.	^C4

BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION,

Bench-mark Position Numbers 15

Descriptive Title: SHIFT MATRON

Levels 3

Sub-groups MISCELLANEOUS

PERSONAL SERVICES

Basic Point Rating: 313

Supervisory Rating: n /a

Summary

Under supervision of the matron in charge at the Halifax immigration accommodation quarters, provides care and assistance to resident women and children, and performs housekeeping tasks and related duties.

	Duties		% of Time
	- Provides assistance to women and children living in quarters - by helping them to locate in assigned accommodation, explaining the housekeeping and food service facilities available, and issuing bedding and other barrack stores that they may require, - by arranging for guests to use washing machines, electric irons, cooking equipment and other facilities provided for their comfort and convenience, and - by assisting women to prepare food for children and by reporting sickness or discomfort among the guests.		50
	- Performs housekeeping duties - by cleaning and dusting women's living quarters, - by checking and listing laundry items on issue and receipt, recording stores items on loan to guests, and - by requisitioning expendable stores items such as soap and toilet sundries.		45
	- Performs escort duties occasionally by accompanying female detainees and children to embarkation ports.		5
Specifications		Degree		Points
Skill and Knowledge
Basic Knowledge - The work requires counting for quantity checks on laundry and housekeeping items, reading instructions on cleaning and housekeeping materials, requisitioning supplies and communicating orally with the supervisor and persons being detained or accommodated.		1		15
Comprehensive and Judgement - The work requires an under standing of written and oral instructions and the use of discretion in meeting domestic situations

	Degree	Points
that arise among persons in the accommodation quarters, in answering their requests, and in ensuring their safety and well-being.	2	45
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires experience in housekeeping and the care of people in custody.	3	75
Effort
Mental - The work requires attention to activities in the quarters and to specific requirements of individual guests.	2	46
Physical - The work requires constant standing and walking through the quarters to assist guests, to issue light- weight materials, and to perform light cleaning duties.	2	46
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires some account ability for the cleaning of the area and for services to guests.	1	25
Safety of Others - The work requires some responsibility for persons accommodated or held in custody, and for recognizing and removing potential hazards.	2	45
Working Conditions
Environment - The work is performed in a controlled environment under good conditions.	1	12
Hazards - The work requires little exposure to hazards.	A_l	4

BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION

Bench-mark Position Number: 16

Descriptive Title: TAILOR

Level: 5

Sub-group: MISCELLANEOUS

PERSONAL SERVICES

Basic Point Rating: 409

Supervisory Rating: B₂

Summary

Under supervision, at the Canadian Forces Base, Greenwood, N.S., finishes and supervises the alteration of new uniforms; fits uniforms to required measure; and co-ordinates the activities of the tailoring shop.

Duties			% of Time
- Finishes and supervises the alteration of new uniforms by sewing decorations, badges and rank insignia on uniforms according to entitlement, and by ensuring that alterations on new uniforms have been completed in accordance with alteration tickets.			65
- Fits uniforms to required measure by marking stock uniforms for alteration and preparing the required alteration tickets, and by measuring personnel when necessary and completing the forms required for the procurement of made-to-measure uniforms or overcoats.			15
- Co-ordinates the activities of the tailoring shop - by allocating work to one employee, and when and where the workload is beyond the capability of the shop, sending uniforms to a contractor for alteration, - by checking items returned from contractors to ensure that all work detailed on the alteration ticket has been properly completed, - by checking with the non-commissioned officer in charge of clothing regarding schedules and requirements for clothing parades, - by checking shop equipment for serviceability, and - by requisitioning supplies and equipment required in the operation of the shop.			20
	Specifications	Degree		Points
	Skill and Knowledge
	Basic Knowledge - The work requires making arithmetic calculations in taking and applying measurements in the fitting of uniforms.	3		39
	Comprehension and Judgement - The work requires that established techniques be understood and discretion be used in adjusting uniforms to individual fit.	3		65

	Degree	Points
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires training or considerable experience in tailoring practices to perform and lead the activities of a small tailoring shop.	5	150
Effort
Mental - The work requires attention during regular work and concentration when interpreting measurements and applying them to the cutting of cloth.	2	46
Physical - The work involves intermittent sitting, standing and walking and the handling of light-weight materials.	1	20
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires accountability for the proper fitting of uniforms and for the provision of a reasonably prompt service. Loss from errors would involve only the cost of the garment and some inconvenience.	2	58
Safety of Others - The work involves little possibility of injury to others.	1	15
Working Conditions
Environment - Duties are performed in the pleasant surroundings of a tailoring shop where disagreeable conditions are limited.	1	12
Hazards - There is little possibility of accidents.	Al	4
Supervision
The work requires the supervision of one seamstress assigning tasks, providing detailed instruction when required, checking work for conformance to standard and compliance with instructions, and assessing employee performance.	B2

BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTIONS

SUB-GROUP:PROTECTIVE AND CUSTODIAL SERVICES

BENCH-MARK POSITION NO.	DESCRIPTIVE TITLE	PAGE
17	Chief Park Warden	68
18	Deportation Officer	71
19	Lookout Towerman	74
20	Senior Guard	76
21	Watchman	78

BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION

Bench-mark Position Number: 17

Descriptive Title: CHIEF PARK WARDEN

Level: 11

Sub-group: PROTECTIVE AND

CUSTODIAL SERVICE

Basic Point Rating: 712

Supervisory Rating: C₅

Summary

Under the direction of Park Superintendent, directs and supervises the warden service at Riding Mountain National Park, Man., prepares correspondence and reports on conservation, protection and other problems; meets and advises public groups concerning visitor safety; participates in the hiring, supervision and lay-off of seasonal maintenance and protective staff; recommends improvements to or replacement of park facilities; and performs related duties.

Duties	% of Time
- Directs and supervises 18 wardens in 13 warden districts, and a herdsman at a buffalo enclosure - by allocating staff and assigning duties, - by making tours of inspection to observe and appraise work performance, and to ensure the adequacy of patrols, - by distributing and interpreting departmental instructions, - by initiating action to apprehend violators or prevent offences, - by inspecting timber, grazing and haying operations, - by initiating game counts, fisheries and wild-life studies, and reduction programs, - by obtaining the necessary evidence to charge offenders, and - by taking charge of firefighting, lifesaving, rescue or other emergency operations.	60
- Prepares reports and correspondence for the Superintendent on conservation, protection and other matters - by investigating problems concerning the adequacy of the warden service, and - by receiving and reviewing wardens' diaries and game observation cards, and consolidating these and other data into formal reports.	16
- Meets and advises large numbers of visitors and public groups concerning visitor safety in the Park - by stressing the importance of safety precautions and regulations, and - by explaining the purpose and concepts of the National Parks, in order to foster conservation practices and maintain good public relations.	⁷
- Supervises, through subordinates, approximately 17 seasonal attendants and labourers employed as maintenance and project crews, towermen, lifeguards, fire hall attendants and ski-patrolmen - by advising the Superintendent on present requirements and lay-offs,	6

			% of Time
	- by providing for the interview and assessment of prospective workers, - by outlining the work objectives and giving instructions, - by inspecting work, and - by delegating responsibility of supervision to subordinates.
	- Recommends improvements to or replacement of Park facilities - by developing improvement proposals for presentation at conferences, and - by serving as a member of an investigating committee set up to study proposals.		6
	- Performs related duties such as preparing estimates of equipment needs of the warden service, accounting for revenues, exchanging information with other agencies, organizing local training pro- grams for wardens, and assisting in the implementation of a regional training program.		5
Specifications		Degree		Points
Skill and Knowledge
Basic Knowledge - The work requires estimating the equipment, staff and supply needs of the warden service in the Park, writing reports to support improvements in facilities, and communicating with public individuals and groups to maintain good public relations while enforcing restrictive park regulations.		5		63
Comprehension and Judgement - The work requires a thorough understanding of park regulations and warden instructions, and a thorough understanding of the broad principles of management of a variety of renewable resources. Judgement is required when interpreting regulations, recognizing and reacting to unusual conditions, taking charge of emergency operations, and assessing employee performance.		5		105
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires training in the protection and conservation of renewable resources, in the operation and maintenance of rescue and other equipment, and in the prevention and suppression of forest fires, and requires substantial experience in enforcing regulations, developing park facilities, supervising and training a widely dispersed staff, and addressing public groups.		6		200
Effort
Mental - The work requires planning and^-inspecting protection activities and analyzing work reports, and requires close attention to various concurrent works being performed in dispersed areas.		3		73

	Degree	Points
Physical - The work requires traveling throughout the Park by truck, jeep, power boat or snowmobile, and directing forest-fire control measures, which oblige the worker to be continually on the move while in the field.	₂	46
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires responsibility for directing operations during firefighting, lifesaving, and other emergency conditions, where poor planning of tactics, lack of proper precautions, or lack of adequate training of subordinates could result in serious fire or other losses and in embarrassment to the department. Oversees and inspects timber, grazing and haying operations. There is also a responsibility to provide information and advice to park visitors so that they may participate in park activities while keeping within the regulations dictated by sound resources management practice.	3	91
Safety of Others - The work requires great competence in controlling the use of the renewable resources by inexperienced visitors, to reduce the possibility of injury to people and to effect rescue work when injuries occur, and in directing forest firefighting operations where loss of life may result from incorrect action.	3	75
Working Conditions
Environment - Tours of inspection are performed in all types of weather, ranging from sub-zero winter conditions, to forest-fire heat conditions. During emergency operations long and irregular hours are required, and the worker is continually on call.	2	36
Hazards - The work requires occasional exposure to serious injuries from animal attacks, forest fires or falls from towers.	B₁	23
Supervision
The work requires allocating a staff of 36 to 13 warden districts and various other areas, co-ordinating their work, implementing a local in-service training program, appraising employee performance, giving direction in the choice of work methods, and proposing disciplinary action.	C5

BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION

Bench-mark Position Number: 18

Descriptive Title: DEPORTATION OFFICER

Level= 5

Sub-group: PROTECTIVE AND

CUSTODIAL SERVICES

Basic Point Rating: 403

Supervisory Rating: n/a

Summary

Under the general supervision of the Assistant Regional Supervisor of Admissions, Pacific Region, escorts detained persons to regional headquarters; arranges necessary documentation for persons who have been ordered deported from Canada; escorts deportees to points of exit at international boundaries; assists the Deserter Control Program officer; assists with shipping section duties; and performs related duties.

Duties	% of Time
- Escorts detained persons and deportees from outpost areas in British Columbia and the Yukon Territory to the Regional headquarters in Vancouver for inquiry proceedings or deportation, and accompanies detainees to hospitals or local clinics for treatment or examination.	20
- Arranges the necessary documentation for persons who have been ordered deported from Canada - byescorting deportees to photographic studios to have passport photographs taken, - by obtaining photographs required for travel documents, - by obtaining or revalidating travel documents and transportation tickets for deportees, - by preparing delivery receipts and other related documents prior to the departure of the deportees, and - by collecting and safeguarding money, baggage and personal effects of deportees or persons held in detention.	20
- Escorts deportees, including inmates of jails, penitentiaries, hospitals and mental institutions, to points of exit at the international boundaries by accompanying deportees by train as far as Winnipeg, and by accompanying inmates of mental institutions to hospitals south of the international boundary.	20
- Assists the Deserter Control Program officer by locating and apprehending ships' deserters, and by escorting seamen to their ships at the last port of call in British Columbia or, where applicable in the United States (Washington, Oregon and California.	20
- Assists with shipping section duties - by boarding, inspecting and clearing ocean-going vessels, - by issuing documentation (Immigration form 242) to crew members where applicable, and - bycontrolling debarkation from ships to facilitate passenger examination.	15

			% of Time
	- Performs related duties, such as preparing reports of incidents encountered during the performance of escort duties.		₅
Specifications		Degree		Points
Skill and Knowledge
Basic Knowledge - The work requires the use of arithmetic processes in arranging travel accommodation. It also requires completing forms and recording information associated with deportation procedures and passenger examination.		2		27
Comprehension and Judgement - The work requires an under standing of deportation and custodial procedures and regulations. Self-reliance is required to carry out projects where instructions and background information on individual cases have been provided.		3		65
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires a knowledge of relevant legislation, departmental policies, and apprehension and custodial techniques.		3		75
Effort
Mental - Close attention and alertness to various conditions are required while escorting detainees and deportees to and from the regional headquarters.		3		73
Physical - The work requires limited physical effort and intermittent walking and standing during travel and escort duties, and, occasionally, greater physical effort in apprehending and subduing hostile persons.		1		20
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work involves the custody of all documents, personal belongings, money, transportation tickets and travel warrants belonging to deportees and detained persons and responsibility for carrying out duties in the absence of supervision.		2		58
Safety of Others - The work requires assuring the safety of persons held in custody. Some care must be exercised with regard to safety precautions connected with escort duties.		²		45

	Degree	Points
Working Conditions
Environment - The work requires frequent and extensive absences from home when carrying out assigned duties involving travel.	2	36
Hazards - The work requires little exposure to health and accident hazards.	_A1 1

BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION,

Bench-mark Position Numbers 19

Descriptive Title: LOOKOUT TOWERMAN

Levels 2

Sub-groups PROTECTIVE AND

CUSTODIAL SERVICES

Basic Point Rating: 266

Supervisory Rating: n/a

Summary

Under the supervision of the District Warden, Prince Albert National Park, Sask., carries out fire-watching duties for a specific geographical area; compiles weather data; performs maintenance duties on tower structure and equipment, grounds and living quarters, and trails and telephone lines.

Duties		% of Time
- Carries out fire-watching duties for a specific geographic area - by observing from an 80-foot tower for any evidence of smoke from forest fires, - by using the Osborne Fire Finder to establish the relative position of a fire and relating the reading to a map of the area for location of the fire, and - by reporting information by radio to the District Warden during the initial stages of a forest fire.		90
- Compiles weather data by observing weather conditions four times daily and recording observations to produce a daily weather report.		2
- Performs maintenance duties on the tower structure and equipment, grounds and living quarters, and trails and telephone lines - by sweeping the tower cupola and cleaning tower windows daily, - by checking guy wires daily for proper tension, - by checking radio and telephone contact daily, - by cutting and collecting brush and grass in the tower area, - by removing trees and brush from trails, and - by setting telephone poles, rehanging telephone line insulators, and checking ground rods and lightning arresters.		8
Specifications	Degree		Points
Skill and Knowledge
Basic Knowledge - The work requires reading and copying figures associated with weather observations and the locating of forest fires.	1		15
Comprehension and Judgement - The work requires that specific instructions and established methods be followed to carry out routine tasks.	1		25

	Degree	Points
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires familiarity with operating instructions and routines. It also requires that the related equipment and operating procedures be demonstrated.	1	25
Effort
Mental - The work requires close attention continuously while carrying out a fire-watching service in a specified geographical area.	3	73
Physical - The work requires intermittent sitting, standing and climbing in the performance of fire-watching duties. The handling of light-weight materials is also involved.	1	20
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires responsibility for a specific service. An error in spotting or locating a fire could result in loss of natural resources through delayed or improperly directed firefighting operations.	₂	₅₈
Safety of Others - There is little possibility of injury to others, as the work involves long periods of isolated activity.	1	15
Working Conditions
Environment - The main duties associated with fire observation activity are performed inside the tower structure, where relatively few disagreeable conditions exist.	1	12
Hazards - Normal safety precautions and emergency operating instructions are provided, but there is a possibility of "lost-time" accidents resulting from falls while climbing or descending the ladder to the observation cupola.	B ¹	23

BENCH-MAARK POSITION DESCRIPTION,

Bench-mark Position Number: 20

Descriptive Title: SENIOR GUARD

Level: 8

Sub-group: PROTECTIVE AND

CUSTODIAL SERVIC1^-:S

Basic Point Rating: 549

Supervisory Rating: C₄

Summary

Under the direction of the Regional Admissions Supervisor, Halifax, N.S., supervises the activities of the guard unit and the building services section of the immigration quarters.

	Duties		% of Time
	- Supervises 19 employees in the guard unit and the building services section of immigration quarters - by directing passenger examination, ship clearance and security operations to achieve maximum efficiency, - by providing for the safe custody and welfare of detain ed and accommodated persons, - by planning and implementing shift schedules for employees to provide continuous accommodation and security services on a 24-hour basis and to provide the services necessary for aircraft and passenger ship arrivals, escort duties, crew musters and verification of departures, - by keeping records and statistics of detained and accommodated persons and arranging for admission and release as directed, - by training and instructing staff to ensure maximum efficiency of the detention program, - by directing the cleaning of the immigration building - by recommending necessary maintenance and repairs to the building, and - by requisitioning maintenance materials and supplies.		100
Specifications		Decree		Points
Skill and Knowledge
Basic Knowledge - The work requires maintenance of significant but simple records, the preparation of simple reports and the reading of policy directives.		3		39
Comprehension and Judgement - The work requires a thorough understanding of department policies and regulations, an understanding of custody and detention methods, and an understanding of the techniques of achieving desired results through subordinates.		4		85

	Degree	Points
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires considerable experience in immigration procedures and in the detention and accommodation of immigrants and deportees, and experience in staff supervision.	5	150
Effort
Mental - The work requires alertness in dealing with persons detained and held in custody, and concentration on several details in co-ordinating passenger examinations, security measures and maintenance of the accommodation area.	3	73
Physical - The duties involve light work requiring intermittent sitting, standing and walking.	₁	20
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires responsibility for security of persons being detained or accommodated and for the maintenance of the accommodation area. Errors could result in embarrassment to the department.	3	91
Safety of Others - The work requires constant care to ensure that proper working procedures are followed and that safety precautions and regulations are strictly enforced to provide for the well-being of persons being detained or accommodated.	3	75
Working Conditions
Environment - The work is performed in clean surroundings where relatively few disagreeable conditions exist.	1	12
Hazards - The work involves little exposure to injury.	A₁	4
Supervision
The work requires the supervision of approximately 19 full-time employees, assigning duties, arranging work schedules, instructing new employees, co-ordinating the work of the group to provide the necessary services around the clock, implementing a training program for guards and assessing their performance, resolving minor grievances and reporting serious grievances and disciplinary proposals to the Regional Admissions Supervisor.	C4

BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION

Bench-mark Position Number: 21

Descriptive Title: WATCHMAN

Levels 2

Sub-groups PROTECTIVE AND

CUSTODIAL SERVICES

Basic Point Rating: 264

Supervisory Rating: n/a

Summary

Under the supervision of the harbour security officer at the Lady Hammond Road storage yard, Halifax, N.S., carries out watchkeeping patrols of a storage area to guard against illegal entry, theft of materials, and fires or fire hazards; and performs guard and gatekeeping duties.

Duties		% of Time
- Carries out watchkeeping patrols of a storage yard, alternately with a member of the Corps of Commissionaires, to guard against illegal entry, theft of materials and fires or fire hazards - by making an hourly foot patrol of the store a yard area (approximately one-half mile per patrol) to detect evidence of any illegal entry into the storage area and to ensure that the materials in the storage area have not been tampered with or removed, and - by watching, during the regular foot patrols of the area, for any evidence of fire or a potential fire hazard.		40
- Performs guard and gatekeeping duties by permitting authorized persons to enter the premises, and by remaining in the guard house and attending the telephone during intervals between foot patrols.		60
Specifications	Degree		Points
Skill and Knowledge
Basic Knowledge - The work requires reading and following written instructions. Simple counting and checking of stored items is also required.	1		15
Comprehension and Judgement - The work requires that written instructions be carried out. There is also a requirement to apply discretion in determining the action to be taken when abnormal conditions, such as fires or apparent theft of materials, occur.	2		45
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires that watchkeeping duties be detailed and that procedures and routines be demonstrated.	1		25

	Degree	Points
Effort
Mental - The work requires attention and alertness while performing watchkeeping duties and patrolling the storage area. Duties are routine and their performance causes little fatigue.	1	20
Physical - The work requires considerable walking while carrying out hourly watchkeeping patrols.	2	46
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires that a storage area housing material and equipment of considerable value be guarded against theft, vandalism and fire.	2	58
Safety of Others - There is little possibility of injury to others, as watchkeeping duties are carried out in relative isolation.	1	15
Working Conditions
Environment - The work requires significant exposure to relatively unpleasant weather conditions while carrying out watchkeeping patrols.	2	36
Hazards - Normal precautions limit the exposure to injury; however, when working in exposed areas minor cuts or bruises are possible.	Al	4

BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTIONS

SUB-GROUP:STORES SERVICES

BENCH-MARK POSITION NO.	DESCRIPTIVE TITLE	PAGE
22	Spare Parts Storeman	81
23	Warehouse Foreman	83
24	Warehouse Labourer	86

BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION,

Bench-mark Position Numbers 22

Descriptive Title: SPARE PARTS STOREMAN

Levels 4

Sub-groups STORES SERVICES

Basic Point Ratings 338

Supervisory Rating: n/a

Summary

Under the supervision of a warehouse foreman in the spare parts section of the Canadian Forces Regional Ordnance Depot, Edmonton, Alberta, issues, receives and maintains in storage a range of spare parts, and posts warehouse records.

Duties		% of Time
- Issues spare parts from stock held in the warehouse on requisition - by examining stores requisitions to determine the specific parts required, - by identifying items in the warehouse, using an established locating system and catalogue descriptions, and - by issuing stock to clients.		50
- Receives new parts - by identifying material received and placing it in storage bins allocated for separate items, and - by completing receiver's memoranda used to report the acceptance of new material in the warehouse.		20
- Maintains stock in storage - by checking numbers of items in storage with bin card records and reporting discrepancies, and - by disposing of stock as directed.		15
- Posts warehouse records - by completing records of issue, - by adjusting inventory records as stock is received and issued, - by maintaining records of condemned items, and - by maintaining back-order records.		15
Specifications	Degree		Points
Skill and Knowledge
Basic Knowledge - The work requires reading parts descriptions and catalogue identifications, recording stock movement, using simple arithmetic in the maintenance of stock records, and performing simple clerical duties.	2		27
Comprehension and Judgement - The work requires an under standing of storing and warehousing methods. Some Judgement is required in issuing substitute items.	2		45

	Degree,	Points
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires experience in stores handling with sufficient experience in spare parts stores to recognize differences and similarities in parts and to use technical catalogues.	4	100
Effort
Mental - The work requires moderate attention to the receipt and issue of stock and periods of concentration when comparing specifications to determine if substitutes are acceptable.	2	46
Physical - The work requires constant standing, walking, continuous handling of light-weight materials, and occasional handling of heavy mechanical parts or packaged items.	2	46
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires accountability for the maintenance of proper stores procedures, but these are explicitly described and regular checks are made.	1	25
Safety of Others - There is limited responsibility for the safety of others, work being performed in a controlled area that is planned to allow convenient and safe handling of fast-moving small stores items.	1	15
Working Conditions
Environment - The work is performed in a shop-office environment under agreeable conditions.	1	12
Hazards - Serious accidents are improbable, while minor injuries, such as cuts and bruises, result from handling metal parts and from packaging stores items.	A₂	22

BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION,

Bench-mark Position Number: 23

Descriptive Title: WAREHOUSE FOREMAN

Level: 7

Sub-group: STORES SERVICES

Basic Point Rating: 496

Supervisory Rating: C₃

Summary,

Under the general supervision of a senior warehouse foreman in a central ordnance depot, supervises materials-handling activity directed to receiving, maintaining in warehouse, and issuing a group of stores items; participates in work planning; and performs related duties.

Duties	%of Time
- Supervises eight employees engaged in the materials-handling activity of a section of binned stores in a central ordnance depot - by issuing daily work orders for the performance of tasks, which specify procedures to be followed in receiving and distributing bulk stock to bins, - by issuing stock requisitions and material lists used to select and assemble stock items at the outgoing clearing areas, - by issuing and explaining reference material used for stores identification and stores maintenance purposes, - by requisitioning materials-handling equipment and assigning operators to work with section personnel, - by inspecting work in progress to ensure its safe and proper conduct, and - by relating work performed to established performance standards in order to judge the warehouse efficiency.	70
- Participates in work planning and controlling - by regularly completing reports on work progress, labour and equipment time expended, in order to provide information used in planning and controlling depot operations, - by consulting with foremen of other sections of the depot to facilitate the progression of stores to and from the section supervised, and to obtain the advice of specialists when required, - by checking warehouse records for accuracy, investigating discrepancy reports and writing related reports, to facilitate stock audit and control procedures, - by preparing estimates of labour and machine time required to meet potential workloads, and - by examining stock items to ensure that established procedures provide appropriate control, and recommending changes where required.	25
- Performs related duties, such as completing personnel assessment reports and training new employees assigned to the section.	5

Specifications	Degree	Points
Skill and Knowledge
Basic Knowledge - The work requires maintaining a system of records showing stores transactions and stock levels, and preparing reports that deal with matters designed to improve the planning and control of work.	4	51
Comprehension and Judgement - The work is performed according to well-established procedures and methods, set out in work orders, reference manuals, standing orders and oral instructions. There is some latitude for independent judgement when detailing men and equipment on a daily basis and arranging activities that relate to other sections.	3	65
Specific Vocational Training - The work requires on-the job training and experience in all phases of materials handling, in the use of equipment, in the co-ordination of various activities, in planning for the economic use of men and equipment, in the supervision of staff, and in the training of new employees in warehousing techniques and in standard safety practices.	5	150
Effort
Mental - The work requires continuous attention to a number of materials-handling and clerical processes, with frequent periods of concentration to integrate the work of the unit and to meet time schedules.	3	73
Physical - The work requires intermittent standing, sitting and walking.	1	20
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires accountability for the custody of stores and for the maintenance of a supply service. Errors by the work group could cause damage to materials and delays in the service.	2	58
Safety of Others - The work requires instructing staff in the safe practices and good housekeeping of materials-handling, taking immediate action to provide first-aid treatment to injured workers, and completing accident reports at the work site.	2	45

	Degree	Points
Working Conditions
Environment - The work is performed indoors, with few disagreeable conditions.	1	12
Hazards - The work requires movement about the warehouse during materials-handling activities, examining stored items, and resulting in frequent exposure to minor injuries such as cuts or bruises.	A2	22
Supervision
The work requires the supervision of eight full-time employees. Supervisory duties include assigning checking work, instructing staff in work methods and procedures, co-ordinating the work of the group in order to meet work schedules, implementing a training program for new employees, proposing disciplinary action, and regularly assessing employee performance.	C3

BENCH-MARK POSITION DESCRIPTION

Bench-mark Position Number: 24

Descriptive Title: WAREHOUSELABOURER

Level: 2

Sub-group: STORES SERVICES

Basic Point Rating: 257

Supervisory Rating: n/a

Summary

Under the immediate supervision of a barrack warden at a Canadian Forces base, receives, issues and stores bedding, laundry, furniture, room keys and similar materials used in the quartering of military personnel; posts records and performs similar related tasks.

Duties			% of Time
- Assists a barrack warden to receive, store, and issue bedding, laundry and other barrack stores according to oral instructions and established storekeeping practices - by examining requisitions for stores to determine requirements and the authorization for their issue, - by identifying material in storage, selecting correct material for issue, and passing material into and out of storage, and - by counting stores items being accepted into storage or issued from stores, and posting adjustments in stock records.			60
- Performs related duties, such as cleaning in storage areas, replacing linen and stores in barrack rooms, filling in laundry records, and performing similar light labouring tasks.			40
	Specifications	Degree		Points
	Skill and Knowledge
	Basic Knowledge - The work requires counting items of stock, adding and subtracting whole numbers when preparing materials for issue and when distributing stock to bins in the storage area. It also requires reading material lists, standing orders and stock requisitioning forms.	1		15
	Comprehension and Judgement - The work requires the performance of routine tasks subject to regular inspection. There is little scope for independent judgement.	1		25
	Specific Vocational Training - The work requires some knowledge of barrack stores and of barrack stores systems and procedures.	2		50

	Degree	Points
Effort
Mental - The work requires normal care and attention in following oral instructions and well established work practices.	1	20
Physical - The work requires considerable physical effort in moving and handling stores items in a small ware- housing area and barrack rooms.	3	73
Responsibility
Resources or Services - The work requires some account ability for issue of stores requested and for tidiness within the area.	1	25
Safety of Others - There is limited possibility of injury to others, as most of the tasks are performed alone in a controlled area. When stacking, receiving and issuing stores in bulk quantities, there is some possibility of causing minor injuries to others.	1	15
Working Conditions
Environment - The work is performed in a clean and orderly warehouse where good working conditions exist.	1	12
Hazards - Serious accidents are improbable. Minor accidents resulting in cuts or bruises are common.	_A2	22


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