Director (Ex-02), Various Positions Information Technology Branch

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About The Job

The CRA is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment with a diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. It starts with the hiring process. To find out more about the CRA’s actions in support of Employment Equity (EE), diversity and inclusion, and read testimonials from our employees and executives, please visit the following CRA web sites: Employment equity, diversity and inclusion and Our workforce testimonials - Canada.ca.

We encourage you to complete the EE Staffing questionnaire as part of your application if you wish to be considered for appointments using the EE staffing requirement in this process. Also, ensure that you have provided consent in the EE staffing questionnaire for your EE information to be used for screening or selection. If you do not complete the questionnaire, you will not be considered for any appointments using the EE staffing requirement in this process. If you decide to modify your response or fill out this questionnaire at a later date, please notify the contact listed at the bottom of this notice of job opportunity.

Have you ever wanted to make a difference to the lives of millions of people and influence how government interacts with Canadians? Are you inspired by the possibility of delivering results in a people-centric environment and in an organization that encourages innovation? Do you want to be part of a team that is engaged, collaborative and respectful?

If you answered yes to the above, THIS is the job for you and CRA is THE organization for you.

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At the CRA, we recognize the importance of creating a healthy and respectful workplace, where our employees are empowered to be themselves and realize their full potential. We value integrity, respect, professionalism and collaboration. At the core of our values is our deep commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Through experience we know that diversity and inclusion fosters innovation and leads to greater engagement, richer discussions, and better results for the people and communities we serve. Learn more about the CRA from an executive’s perspective.

The CRA is looking for dynamic, collaborative and strategic leaders with a proven track record to contribute to the People First vision and take the delivery of services to Canadians to the next level while demonstrating character leadership (CL). The CRA is elevating CL alongside competencies, as “leading from who you are,” is recognized as an important part of the CRA leadership practice.

As an Executive within the Information Technology Branch (ITB), you will be part of a highly talented, passionate and driven team that is dedicated to modernizing service delivery and rethinking service design. ITB is responsible for supporting the CRA’s operations and business activities by developing and maintaining innovative Information Technology (IT) products and solutions. ITB also provides advice to a variety of internal and external stakeholders on the alignment of technological challenges, opportunities issues and business delivery strategies.

Essential Requirements

Occupy a substantive position within the Federal Public Service, including Crown corporations and agencies at the EX-01 or EX-01/IT group and level. If you are an eligible veteran or a Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) member, you may also apply.

Have a degree (see note 1) OR diploma (see note 2) OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Have a record of strong performance and evidence of readiness to assume responsibilities at the EX-02 level.

Have recent and significant experience at the EX-01 or EX-01/IT group and level (see note 3) in the following:

• Managing significant human resources (40 FTEs or more) and financial resources ($5M or more) and
• Leading complex (see note 4) and innovative solutions related to Information Management/ Information Technology (IM/IT) initiatives through subordinate supervisors in a large tax and benefits organization OR business transformation initiatives enabled by IT in a large tax benefits organization; and
• Collaborating and maintaining partnerships, and building consensus around issues with colleagues and a variety of internal and external stakeholders; and
• Experience in providing strategic advice and recommendations related to IT programs, projects or issues to senior officials.

Notes

• Complex is defined as multi-dimensional project, involving many stakeholders with competing requirements and having a high cumulative dollar value (e.g., $5M or more) with inherent and emerging risks, sensitivities and impacts requiring a holistic approach to decision-making.
• Who possess more depth, breadth and relevance of experience.
• Recent and significant experience is defined as the depth and breadth of the experience normally associated with having performed a broad range of related activities at the EX-01 or EX01/IT level, for a period of two (2) consecutive years in the past five (5) years.
• Diploma: A diploma is a generic term for a formal document that acknowledges that a candidate has successfully completed a stated post-secondary education program of study.
• Who self-identify as Indigenous Peoples and/or visible minority.
• Degree: A baccalaureate or higher-level degree.
• Preference may be given to candidates:
• Individuals occupying a position in the federal government at the EX-02 substantive group and level and individuals currently in the CRA's EX-02 Pre-qualified pool (PQP) must submit an application if they are interested in being considered.

This Experience Would Be Considered An Asset

• Experience in the planning, delivery and/or management of IT security programs, services or projects, including in cybersecurity.
• Experience in modern IT development practices and methodologies such as Agile, DevOps, Security by Design, and Service Oriented Architecture.
• Experience in leading at the executive level of more than one IT program in a large scale organization.

Conditions Of Employment Required At The Time Of Appointment

• All appointments (except acting appointments) to and within the Executive (EX) Group at the CRA are subject to the Agreement to be laterally moved provision as a mandatory condition of employment. This provision is included in the CRA’s Directive on Terms and Conditions of Employment for the EX Group.
• Willingness to relocate to the National Capital Region (NCR) may be needed for some positions. Candidates not currently located in the NCR or within commuting distance must indicate in their application their willingness to relocate. Failure to do so at the time of application may result in being not considered at placement.
• Secret security clearance level
• Willingness to travel

Languages Requirements

• Bilingual imperative– CBC levels
• Candidates MUST have valid Second Language Evaluation test results at the CBC level at the time of application in order to be considered further in the staffing process*.
• In response to the measures taken by the Public Service Commission following COVID-19, the CRA applies the 12-month extension of expired Second Language Evaluation (SLE) Results. However, please note that this is a temporary measure that could change in the future. As such, for now, if an individual has a result that expired in January 2023, it is still deemed valid until January 2024.

To apply

Submit the following documents via the CRA’s careers portal:

• A two-part cover letter (maximum of 1,300 words) :
• The CRA has adopted CL as part of its leadership practice for all of its employees. In a maximum of 300 words, describe what is the most important lesson you have learned from your past leadership experiences and how has it shaped the leader that you are today?
• A curriculum vitae that includes:
• In a maximum of 1,000 words, describe how you meet the essential requirements. You should outline each experience criterion you meet followed by concrete examples clearly demonstrating how you meet each of them.

• Experience factors considered an asset: You will be asked to demonstrate how you meet each experience factor considered an asset.
• Second Language Evaluation (SLE) results: You will be asked to indicate your SLE Results with expiration dates.
• Current security clearance level;
• Mobility: You will be asked to identify your current location, and your willingness to relocate to the NCR, if applicable.
• Reference checks: You will be required to provide the names and coordinates of six references (two most recent supervisors, two recent colleagues and subordinates).
• Name of organization;
• Create Vision and Strategy
• Mobilize People
• Employment Equity (EE) staffing questionnaire: Candidates must complete this questionnaire upon application. The information collected is kept under the confidentiality provisions of the Privacy Act and the Employment Equity Act and its Regulations.
• The number of direct and indirect reports, the dollar figures of the budgets you directly managed and were accountable for.
• Achieve Results
• Education;
• Uphold Integrity and Respect
• Duration (years and months); and
• For each position occupied/listed:
• Promote Innovation and Guide Change
• Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
• Group and level of your substantive position;
• Complete the questionnaires, which are part of the application process:
• Job performance and talent management: You will be asked to indicate your performance rating and talent placement for the last two years.
• Position titles with the group and level;