Front Line Analyst & Dissemination Officer

Front Line Analyst:

• Review incoming requests, information or intelligence and conduct research using a variety of databases and open-source search tools.
• Evaluate possible threat-related concerns to national security and provide factual summaries highlighting specific concerns.
• Consult and collaborate with relevant operational areas; write key notes on files and remain informed of emerging threats.
• Verify that all requests, research and analysis are completed accurately and in compliance with procedures, policy and legislation.
• Mentor and provide training to new employees and participate in the development of training materials.

Dissemination Officer: 

• Review dissemination requests, analyze information and provide summary reports/responses/briefing material to key partners.
• Conduct research in operational and open-source databases and websites to obtain additional information on client requests.
• Liaise with external/internal key partners to obtain additional information and ensure accurate dissemination of intelligence products and triage of domestic and foreign reporting.
• Provide information and guidance on policies and procedures to clients.
• Develop, maintain and update dissemination protocols, processes, tools and tracking systems; upload and publish reporting into databases. 
• Mentor and train new employees and assist in the development of training materials.
• Maintain awareness on current events/threats and operational investigative priorities.

Please indicate clearly in your application for which position(s) you are applying to. You may apply to one or both positions.

• Undergraduate degree
• College diploma (2-year program) and two (2) years of experience 
• High school diploma and five (5) years of experience  

The educational program must be from an accredited learning institution recognized in Canada. 

If you completed a program outside of Canada you will be required to obtain proof of a Canadian equivalency at your expense through a recognized credential assessment service.

Note: Any higher level of education could be recognized as experience. 

• Experience in gathering, compiling and analyzing information.
• Experience in verifying completeness and accuracy of documents.
• Experience in organizing tasks and setting priorities.
• Experience using a variety of software, including but not limited to: word processing, e-mail, database and spreadsheet applications.
• Experience in providing client service and responding to requests.

• Organizational/multitasking 
• Analytical skills
• Judgement
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Rigour

Official Language (OL) Proficiency

The immediate need is to staff a number positions with a linguistic profile of bilingual imperative (BBB/BBB).

This selection process may be used to staff anticipated vacancies or other similar positions with various language requirements. Therefore, we encourage all interested candidates to apply. Second language evaluations will be offered to candidates. For more information on language requirements: www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs/language-requirements-candidates).

Assets

An asset qualification is a qualification which can enhance the ability to perform the work based on current and future business requirements, but which is not strictly required. Positions will be staffed based on the selection decision principle and operational priorities.

• Knowledge of other languages
• Knowledge of the Government of Canada Policy on Government Security in order to handle classified and time-sensitive material.
• Knowledge of both national and international current events

While we continue to explore opportunities for flexible work arrangements, the majority of work in our organization must be done in the office and cannot be performed at home.

If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please mention it to the HR representative.

Candidates will undergo a psychological and security assessment.