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Citizenship and Immigration Canada
IMC05J-005755-000023
https://psjobs-emploisfp.psc-cfp.gc.ca/psr/applicant/applicant.helpcareerchoices;PsrSessionID=Cg2hSAGoU134f6yPypsLE2LnryDH!-230535527!natux33!8010!-1?poster=5437&psrsMode=2&list=all
UNIVERSITY RECRUITMENT - FOREIGN SERVICE OFFICER - IMMIGRATION OFFICER
Positions: 10
Location: Ottawa
Salary: $44,026 to $55,495 (For individuals meeting bilingualism requirements, the entry-level salary is $44,026. Individuals requiring language training before their appointment will be paid an annual allowance of $35,220 during their training.)
Closing date: April 19, 2005 - 23:59, Pacific Time
WHO CAN APPLY:
Persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad
The Foreign Service can be your career. It demands a commitment, but offers the opportunity to invest in yourself, hone your strengths and work in a stimulating, ever-changing environment. Whether at home or abroad, put Canada in your future; make the world your workplace.
This year, we are asking candidates to apply directly to the career of their choice within the Foreign Service. In making this decision, we are encouraging candidates to review the description of each stream carefully. The Citizenship & Immigration Canada website is very informative with respect to the career of an Immigration Officer. Please click on the link for more information on a career with Citizenship & Immigration Canada.
Immigration Officers provide policy advice on international immigration trends and developments and participate in overseas immigration control and enforcement activities. Immigration Officers deliver Canada?s immigration program overseas, including screening and processing applications from prospective immigrants and refugees, students, temporary workers and visitors.
The competencies we seek in an Immigration Officer are: adaptability and flexibility; a solid client focus; strong decision-making capabilities; sound judgment; strong interpersonal skills; teamwork and cooperation; initiative: and an ability to communicate. You must also be willing to spend a significant part of your career abroad and be prepared for the impact this will have on your family and lifestyle.
For further information on the department, please visit http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/index.html
OUR REQUIREMENTS:
Completion, by June 2005, of a Bachelor´s degree in any area of study
To see the complete list of academic requirements, click here
Knowledge of English and French is required - Imperative Staffing (Profile: CCC/CCC)
Successfully write the following tests: Written Communication Test (WCT) (and) Situational Judgement Test (SJT) (and) Graduate Recruitment Test (GRT)
Demonstrated qualification in AT LEAST TWO (2) of the following four (4) categories: a)Studies in one of the following areas: Migration studies, International studies, Refugee studies, International Development and Globalisation studies, Canadian studies; b)Have worked or studied abroad or have extensive foreign travel; c)Have worked with a governmental or non-governmental organisation dealing with immigration or refugee issues. This qualification may have been acquired through a combination of academic, work, volunteer or extra-curricular activities; d)Have demonstrated leadership skills through a combination of academic, work, volunteer or extra-curricular activities.
Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens.
As a condition of employment in this development program, selected candidates must attain language proficiency level CCC/CCC. Those who do not meet these requirements will undergo language training (maximum of 52 weeks) and must successfully pass language tests at the required level before being accepted into the Program.
In order for unilingual candidates to be considered for this position, the system requires that under the ?Languages? section you select ?Beginner? level as a minimum for the qualifier that best describes your ability to work in your second official language. (Do not select ?None?).
All applicants to this year?s recruitment of Foreign Service Officers are required to write the Written Communication Exam (WCT) as it is a new exam prepared specifically for this recruitment campaign. Any previous scores of this test will not be considered for this recruitment process.
The candidates with the best scores on the GRT and SJT will have their WCT marked. Based on performance on the WCT, the top candidates will be invited to an interview.
Expenses incurred as a result of attending tests and interviews will be the responsibility of the candidate.
Condition of employment: You must be willing to travel.
A Top Secret security clearance must be obtained before an offer of permanent employment is made. It is not required at the time of application.
If you earned your degree outside of Canada, you will have to obtain proof of Canadian equivalency before you are invited to an interview.
Please ensure that we have a current e-mail and telephone number that we are able to reach you at during the summer months since interviews will be conducted during that period.
Recruitment into the Foreign Service presently entails a 5-year training program which is jointly administered by the Department of Citizenship and Immigration of Canada (CIC), International Trade Canada (ITCan) and by the Foreign Affairs Canada (FAC). For additional information on these departments, visit www.cic.gc.ca and www.international.gc.ca.
You must ensure that you select at least one of the following employment types to be considered: click here
INFORMATION TO BE PROVIDED:
When you apply, you must provide the following information or your application will be rejected:
Your resum?.
A list of the university courses you have taken as well as any that you are or will be taking this academic year.
In 250 words (maximum) "Explain if and how you meet AT LEAST TWO (2) of the following four (4) categories: a)Studies in one of the following areas: Migration studies, International studies, Refugee studies, International Development and Globalisation studies, Canadian studies; b)Have worked or studied abroad or have extensive foreign travel; c)Have worked with a governmental or non-governmental organisation dealing with immigration or refugee issues. This qualification may have been acquired through a combination of academic, work, volunteer or extra-curricular activities; d)Have demonstrated leadership skills through a combination of academic, work, volunteer or extra-curricular activities."
In 500 words (maximum) "Explain why you are interested in the career of an Immigration Officer and describe how you would make a suitable candidate for Citizenship & Immigration Canada."
Candidates who meet the above criteria will also be assessed against the Statement of Qualifications for this position.
The Public Service of Canada is committed to employment equity. We encourage women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minority groups to apply.
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The Public Service of Canada is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
[15-04-2005,19:49]
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departure bay |
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(in reply to: UNIVERSITY RECRUITMENT - FOREIGN SERVICE OFFICER -)
Hurray....I´m gonna apply.
I have learnt so much through my application process, I want to use my knowledge. Best thing would be if they appoint me in Buffalo.
[15-04-2005,19:53]
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Anonymous |
(in reply to: UNIVERSITY RECRUITMENT - FOREIGN SERVICE OFFICER -)
Public service commission of Canada just did a job fair in my previous college. I went there and check out and talked to one of officer. Sounds like they really need some young and energetic people, even somebody understands the other language. French is not mandatory; they will pay and train you. There are more than 100 position in CIC this year. However, you have to pass Written Communication Test (WCT) (and) Situational Judgement Test (SJT) (and) Graduate Recruitment Test (GRT) exam, WHICH is EXTREMELY EASY FOR GRADUATED STUDENTS. I checked them out in library already.
Too bad, I am neither PR nor Canadian citizen. Can?t apply.
Guys here you still can apply before April 19th, 2005.
[15-04-2005,19:58]
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departure bay |
(in reply to: UNIVERSITY RECRUITMENT - FOREIGN SERVICE OFFICER -)
you have to pass those three exam, at least two of them,
I think they like hire some graduated student, even no expreience is fine. I guess CIC has lots of retiring generation need leaving.
[15-04-2005,19:59]
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departure bay |
hi (in reply to: UNIVERSITY RECRUITMENT - FOREIGN SERVICE OFFICER -)
i was wondering if you could tell me where i could find practice tests for this exam ?
I know above someone mentioned library but which section in the library do i look in ?
[10-05-2005,08:37]
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sweet |
Study for the Exams (in reply to: UNIVERSITY RECRUITMENT - FOREIGN SERVICE OFFICER -)
Hi,
Somebody mentioned that it´s possible to find some prep materials for SJT and GRT in library. Where should I look for it?
Thanks
[13-05-2005,18:21]
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KJ |
Re: Employment (in reply to: UNIVERSITY RECRUITMENT - FOREIGN SERVICE OFFICER -)
Dear Sir/Madam, I would be veery happy if you could give me a job in foreign service. I hold Med. and B.A. in International studies. I know that the first thing I may be asked is: Do you have experience? As a recent graduate I would request if you could give me a position to acquire experience.Thank you.Dominic
[15-09-2006,15:47]
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Dominic Maku |
2009/2010 application dates? (in reply to: UNIVERSITY RECRUITMENT - FOREIGN SERVICE OFFICER -)
Is there a website that allows us to access the examination dates, application deadlines, etc for the year? Please let me know.
[02-09-2009,17:13]
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Tanha |
Application dates (in reply to: UNIVERSITY RECRUITMENT - FOREIGN SERVICE OFFICER -)
The Government of Canada has ´frozen´ any further recruitment for this year. Very dissapointing and a terrible move both for aspiring students and the foreign service. They also did it "quietly" so no media or opposition complaints.
[13-09-2009,18:31]
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Carl |
(in reply to: UNIVERSITY RECRUITMENT - FOREIGN SERVICE OFFICER -)
Indeed there is a hiring freeze:
http://www.embassymag.ca/page/view/overseas_postings-10-7-2009
[06-11-2009,16:14]
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Stephanie |
Hiring Freeze (in reply to: UNIVERSITY RECRUITMENT - FOREIGN SERVICE OFFICER -)
Why are they still having applicants apply and go through the exams, is it just to increase the pool?
[09-11-2009,17:12]
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Sue |
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