CS-02 IT Analyst/Developer (Amended)
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About the job
Don't miss out on your opportunity to work for one of the Top 100 Employers in Canada!
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) processes over 21 million tax returns that are primarily filed electronically during the tax filing season. Our Information Technology Branch provides IT infrastructure and security to the Canadian tax and benefits delivery systems and our IT specialists can be found coast to coast.
We offer an exciting and challenging environment that emphasizes team work. You can expect to work on emerging technologies surrounded by highly motivated IT professionals. Join the CRA and spend your career devoted to the well-being and prosperity of all Canadians!
To obtain a copy of the work description, please contact CS02REXG@cra-arc.gc.ca
To apply
You are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible as appointments made from this staffing process may take place during the posting period.
Who can apply
Persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad.
Preference for appointment will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.
Please note that this process will be used to staff positions in various locations through Canada. As a result, if you are appointed from this process we will expect you to relocate to the location where the position is being staffed. If you are a candidate from the general public, you will have to pay any expenses related to relocation as well as any travel for assessments.
Essential Staffing Requirements
To be eligible, you'll need to meet the following requirements:
Education
•Meet the CRA's CS Education Standard
Note: Candidates MUST provide proof of education (scanned copy of their degree or diploma and their International Educational Credential Assessment, if applicable) within their CANDIDATE PROFILE and ATTACHED TO THEIR APPLICATION. Failure to provide the required documents may result in your application being screened out.
Experience
•Have experience* working as an analyst or programmer in an IT project team; AND
•Have one of the following experience factors**:
A.Experience* in performing application development or maintenance, in a mainframe or distributed environment; or
B.Experience* in the development and support of mobile applications; or
C.Experience* in performing application development or maintenance in a Web environment; or
D.Experience* in development and support of Business Intelligence solutions; or
E.Experience* in database management systems (e.g. DB2); or
F.Experience* in performing infrastructure support; or
G.Experience* as an IT security analyst; or
H.Experience* working in COBOL; or
I. Experience* working in JAVA
*Experience is defined as having been performed as part of the major job duties for a period of 3 (three) years within the last 7 (seven) years.
**Please describe all of the experience factors (A to I) that you meet. This information will be shared with hiring managers and will impact the number and types of appointments you will be considered for.
Assessment
Any essential staffing requirements indicated below will be assessed/applied at a later date. Any discretionary staffing requirements indicated below may be applied/assessed at a later date.
Essential Staffing Requirements
Due to unforeseen circumstances related to COVID-19, assessment(s) for this staffing process may be done using alternate formats.
•Situational Judgment Test – Pass Mark 55/102
•Ability to communicate effectively orally – Pass Mark 70%
•Ability to analyze and resolve IT problems – Pass Mark 70%
•Ability to provide IT services to clients – Pass Mark 70%
•Ability to work effectively with other team members – Pass Mark 70%
•Dependability – Pass Mark 70%
•Performance validation
Results from locally developed assessment tools may be used for appointment; however, they are not portable to other staffing processes.
Language Requirements
English essential, Bilingual imperative BBB/BBB, French essential
Conditions of Employment
•Overtime Required
•Reliability/Security: Reliability
•Willing to travel
Some positions may require a Secret Clearance
Discretionary Staffing Requirements
•Budget Considerations
•Employment Equity
•Start Date
•Minimize Business Disruptions
•Duration of appointment
Want to know more?
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The CRA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. CRA employees support the economic and social well-being of Canadians, and build public trust. We have high expectations, and our employees are held to the standards of conduct outlined in our Code of integrity and professional conduct and Directive on conflict of interest, gifts and hospitality, and post-employment.
The assessment of standardized tests will be offered once through this staffing process. If you are initially unsuccessful but later attain the required levels for the standardized test before the closing date of the poster, please advise the board.
Before submitting an application, potential applicants are asked to carefully review the requirements of this job opportunity to determine if they are eligible to apply.
Applicants can view the status of their application by logging into their candidate profile on our Careers site.
Pools
A pool of eligible candidates will be created for this staffing process. This process may be used to staff similar positions at the Canada Revenue Agency and the Federal Public Service.
Veterans' Hiring Act (VHA)
The CRA is proud to support the Veterans Hiring Act. If you are a veteran, click here to find out more.
Appointment
Before proceeding with appointments from this staffing process, the manager will give priority for appointment to individuals with CRA preferred status.
Appointments made from this staffing process will be based on one or more of the staffing requirement(s) identified on this notice.
Contact
Name: CS02_REX_Recruitment External / Recrutement externe (CRA/ARC)
Email Address: CS02REXG@cra-arc.gc.ca
- Screen ID:
- iss-49.1
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