Various Clerical and Administrative positions - Eastern Region

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

On October 6 , 2025 we will be pulling applications. Apply before this date to be considered for our immediate vacancies.

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for current and future vacancies.

As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment. Please note that candidates will only be assessed once, and re-applications to the inventory will not be considered.

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📢 How does this work?

✅ Step 1: Read the entire advertisement. Want to join our team? Let us know you’re interested! Click “Apply Online”

✅ Step 2: Tell us about yourself! Attach your resume and answer the screening questions in the online application.

✅ Step 3: We will carefully review all your qualifications. If your talent matches one of our immediate or upcoming opportunities, we may contact you for further information or assessment.

Creating an environment where diverse perspectives are valued begins with self-declaration. Count yourself in and self-declare by identifying to which employment equity group(s) you belong. In order to self-declare, please ensure to indicate this by checking off the appropriate box within the online application as part of the Employment Equity section.
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Please note that our assessments will require the use of technology, including email, as part of the process. However, we are committed to ensuring equal access for everyone. If you do not have access to the necessary technology or face any challenges, we are happy to provide accommodations to support your participation. Please feel free to reach out, and we will work with you to find a solution that meets your needs. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
INTEREST IN OTHER LOCATIONS

In support of mobility and accessibility, we invite those who are interested in indeterminate opportunities and able to work onsite from Department of National Defence locations other than those listed on this poster, to apply on the regional selection processes for those locations. (Pro-tip: you may cut and paste your answers).

Selection Processes:
↪ 25-DND-EA-NAST-057307-A (Atlantic)
↪ 25-DND-EA-NAST-057307-B (Eastern)
↪ 25-DND-EA-NAST-057307-C (National Capital Region)
↪ 25-DND-EA-NAST-057307-D (Ontario)
↪ 25-DND-EA-NAST-057307-E (Pacific)
↪ 25-DND-EA-NAST-057307-F (Prairies)

Candidates who apply on various regional posters will only be assessed once. Results of this assessment will be applied to each individual process, if more than one application is submitted.

In the application, you will be asked to identify the Department of National Defence location(s) from which you are interested and able to work, in person. This information will be used to fill positions where onsite presence is required to support operations, where office space is available, or to make staffing decisions that are aligned with the Common hybrid work model and Direction on Prescribed Presence in the Workplace.

The information you will be providing in this application must be true and may be verified. Any false information may result in the rejection of your application and/or not hiring you. Please only check off the locations that you are truly willing and able to work from. We value honesty. Choosing a location that you are not truly willing and able to work from slows down the process and impacts our ability to staff positions within the Department. Any false information provided on a location of interest may result in your removal from this process.

The following refers to Indeterminate/Term Employees of the government only: This process may also be used for temporary opportunities (actings appointments, assignments, or secondments) which may be outside your current work location. This will provide candidates from across the country the opportunity to fill temporary needs in different Department of National Defence locations, work permitting, while still adhering to the Common hybrid work model and Directive on Prescribed Presence in the Workplace.

Work environment

The Department of National Defence (DND) is one of the largest federal government employers, offering over 70 types of civilian career opportunities. DND's role is to provide services and support to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) in their operations and missions at home and abroad. The civilian workforce is an essential part of the Defence Team. Your knowledge and expertise contribute to the overall mission. In this regard, the department fosters a work environment where you have opportunities to learn, to develop your talents, to progress in your career and have job satisfaction over the long-term.

The Eastern region of Canada is known for its rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, and vibrant communities. With its forests, rivers, and bustling urban centres, it offers an ideal balance between tradition and modern life. Whether you are drawn to history, outdoor activities, or the energy of its cities, the Eastern region provides a unique place to build your career and enjoy an exceptional quality of life.

If you are looking for a change or looking to further your career, this process is tailored to candidates LIKE YOU to cater to the unique needs and requirements of the Eastern Region.

Together, DND and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) form the largest and most complex organization in Canada. DND and the CAF work side-by-side to fulfill the Government of Canada’s mission to defend Canada and Canadians and contribute to international peace, security, and stability efforts.

What do we offer?

🍁 At DND we foster a work environment where employees have opportunities to grow, learn, progress in their careers, and have job satisfaction over the long-term. You’ll enjoy:

✅ A career among a dynamic and dedicated team
✅ Opportunities for advancement
✅ A diverse, respectful, and inclusive work environment

🏢 As per the TBS common hybrid work model for the Federal Public Service, there is an in-person requirement of at least 3 days per week in the office. Some positions may require full-time on-site presence.

Intent of the process

A pool of partially or essentially qualified candidates may be established through this process and used to staff identical or similar positions with various employment tenures (temporary and permanent), various language profiles, operational requirements, conditions of employment within various locations at the Department of National Defence, which includes the Canadian Coast Guard.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

❗ Essential qualifications are qualifications that you must meet in order to be considered for the position. This means that when you apply, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience listed below.
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EDUCATION

Successful completion of two years of secondary school or an acceptable combination of education, training, and/or experience (see Note 1).

Note: The combination of education, training, and/or experience must always be included whenever this standard is required for staffing positions in the CR group.

Note 2: The Department of National Defence is committed to inclusive hiring practices, which includes removing education barriers by using the minimum Qualification Standards as defined by the Treasury Board Secretariat (TBS), as the norm. Qualification Standards by Group/Classification are available on the following website: https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/staffing/qualification-standards/core.html#cr.

Degree equivalency

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ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

EX1. Experience providing administrative or clerical support services.

EX2. Experience using a minimum of two (2) applications from any of the following software suites:
↪Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
↪Google Workspace (e.g., Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Drive)
↪Apple iWork Suite (e.g., Mail, Pages, Numbers, Keynote)

Note: This experience can be gained within or outside the workplace, including volunteering or engaging within various communities.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements
↪English essential
↪French essential
↪English or French essential
↪Bilingual imperative (BBB/BBB)
↪Bilingual imperative (CBC/CBC)

Information on language requirements

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COMPETENCIES (CR-04 and CR-05):

C1. Demonstrating integrity and respect
C2. Thinking things through
C3. Working effectively with others

COMPETENCIES (CR-05 only):

C4. Showing initiative and being action-oriented.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

❗ Asset qualifications are qualifications that may be required for the position. If you possess any of the qualifications listed below, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the qualification in your application.
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ASSET EXPERIENCE

AEX1: Experience conducting financial management administrative duties, such as: entering financial transactions in a system, processing invoices or budget administration.

AEX2: Experience in information or records management .

AEX3: Experience in gathering, entering, maintaining, and/or reporting of data.

AEX4: Experience providing client services.

AEX5: Experience working in a health services environment.

AEX6: Experience working or volunteering in a mixed civilian and military environment.

AEX7: Experience with library work.

AEX8: Experience in supervison.

AEX9: Experience related to the procurement of goods or services.

AEX10: Experience with the following applications, but not limited to:
↪Vidcruiter: building and administering assessments
↪GCDocs
↪HRMS/PeopleSoft
↪Guardian
↪Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS)
↪Claims X
↪SAP or DRMIS (Defence Resource Management Information System)
↪CCM Mercury
↪Enterprise Information Technology Service Management (EITSM)
↪Fleet Management System
↪Canadian Government Cataloguing System
↪Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM)
↪Publication and Library Management System (PALMS)
↪SharePoint: Document management, collaboration tools

Note: This experience can be gained within or outside the workplace, including volunteering or engaging within various communities.

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ASSET COMPETENCIES

AC1. Dependability
AC2. Communication*

*Overall conduct and communications, including email correspondence, throughout the entire process may be used in the assessment of AC2. Communication.

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ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS

The Department of National Defence is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team that reflects Canada’s population. To achieve a representative workforce, selection may be based on qualified candidates self-declaring as belonging to one or more of the following EE designated groups: Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, women, and visible minorities.

We encourage you to indicate if you belong to one or more of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

▶ As means to support our military families, consideration may first be given to the spouses or common-law partners of serving Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members.

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OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Managers may establish operational requirements specific to the position being staffed. These conditions will be communicated to the candidates considered for that specific appointment.

Conditions of employment

Various security clearances – Reliability Status, Secret

↪Strict adherence to the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics, Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, Directive on Conflict of Interest, and Defence Administrative Orders and Directives (DAOD) 7021-1, Conflict of Interest.

Copy and paste these links in your browser for more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/benefits-military/defence-ethics/policies-publications/code-value-ethics.html AND
https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=25049 AND
https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=32627 ANDhttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/corporate/policies-standards/defence-administrative-orders-directives/7000-series/7021/7021-1-conflict-of-interest.html

Managers may establish additional conditions of employment specific to the position being staffed. These conditions will be communicated to the candidates considered for that specific appointment.

Other information

▶ Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

▶ Our organization will only accept on-line applications for this opportunity. Please click “Apply online” to submit your application. If there are limitations or special circumstances preventing you from submitting your application via the GC Jobs online portal, you must contact us and receive approval to apply via an alternate means PRIOR to the closing date.

▶ Depending on the position being staffed:
↪ Additional qualifications, operational requirements and/or conditions of employment may be required
↪ Varying degrees of breadth and depth of experience may be deemed essential
↪ Asset qualifications may be invoked as essential qualifications
↪ You may be contacted and asked to submit information or be further assessed

▶ Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and make sure that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users.

▶ All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the applicants. Your overall conduct and communications, including email correspondence, may be used in the assessment of qualifications and competencies.

▶ To ensure the integrity of the selection process, the content and questions of the assessment must remain confidential. Please do not discuss or share the assessment content with anyone, including other candidates. You must complete the assessment, including screening questions, by yourself, without the help of others, including the use of unapproved internet resources and artificial intelligence (such as ChatGPT or any other forms of artificial intelligence). Plagiarism and the use of artificial intelligence is strictly prohibited throughout the entire process and suspected non-compliance will be investigated. Any violation may result in potential consequences which could include your elimination from this selection process.

▶ If, at any point in this process or upon qualifying in this process, your Values and Ethics do not align with that of the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics and Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, you will be eliminated from further consideration in this process. (Copy and paste these links in your browser for more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/benefits-military/defence-ethics/policies-publications/code-value-ethics.html AND https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=25049)

▶ Appointment decisions may be based on one or more of the following criteria:
↪ Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the strengths and weaknesses of the work team;
↪ Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the specific duties of the position being staffed;
↪ Depth, breadth, type of work-specific experience;
↪ Level/degree of one or more competencies/qualifications;
↪ Organizational Needs.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Contact information

Apply online