Job Description
Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.City: OttawaOrganizational Unit: Real Property Planning and ManagementClassification: RCOTenure: ContinuingLanguage Requirements: Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBBWork Arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require some physical presence at the NRC work location identified in the form of a hybrid work arrangement (a combination of working onsite and offsite).We recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities. If you are an Indigenous candidate, you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. To learn more, please contact the hiring team, using the contact information below.While the official location of work for this position will be an NRC facility within Canada, the option of an offsite or a hybrid work arrangement (a combination of working onsite and offsite) may be possible.Your ChallengeHelp bring research to life and drive your career forward with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Canada's largest research and technology organization.We are looking for a Real Property Policy and Strategic Advisor to support our Real Property Planning and Management Branch. The incumbent would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.The position of Real Property Policy and Strategic Advisor offers a unique opportunity to play a significant role in the stewardship and management of the NRC's real property portfolio with traditional portfolio management practices relating to implementation of the NRC's Real Property Management Framework. The Real Property Management framework has an enhanced accountability framework to ensure that accountabilities are strengthened through policy and guidance; and monitoring and reporting for three pillars, allocation and management of space, real property transactions and Information management.The incumbent will be accountable two of these pillars: real property transactions and the management of space. Real property transactions include leases, licenses of occupation, disposals and acquisitions. Management and allocation of space reflects a hybrid workplace and co-occupation models; be maximized to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness; and aligned with NRC's strategic directions and program objectivesThe Real Property and Strategic Advisor plays a key role in supporting the NRC's research and development facilities to ensure that the NRC's real property transactions and space management are in alignment with the objectives of the research centres and meet legal, policy and administration obligations.Screening CriteriaApplicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:EducationA Bachelor's degree in a related discipline such as Science, Business and Public Administration.For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please seeExperienceExtensive experience developing real property management frameworks, as well as gathering, analyzing and summarizing data in order to prepare business cases and/or strategic plans for presentation to senior management;Significant experience facilitating effective engagement and coordination among different stakeholders;Significant experience managing a team, provide guidance and evaluating performance;Experience developing new and novel approaches and methods to measure the effectiveness of the real property portfolio.*Significant - 2 to 6 yearsThe following experience might be considered as an asset for this role:Experience working for a science-based company, university science department or science-based Government Department/Agency;Condition of EmploymentReliability StatusLanguage RequirementsBilingual Imperative BBB/BBBAssessment CriteriaCandidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:Technical CompetenciesKnowledge of trends and developments with respect to Real Property portfolio management in science-based organizations, including transactions, accommodations, or policy development and implementation in science-based organization;Ability to prepare business cases and/or strategic plans for presentation to senior management;Solid knowledge of trends and developments in the real estate market including accommodation, space management, appraisals and evaluation;Advanced knowledge of risk management principles and practices.Behavioural CompetenciesManagement services - Communication (Level 4)Management services - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 4)Management services - Networking (Level 3)Management services - Organizational and environmental awareness (Level 3)Management services - Results orientation (Level 3)Competency Profile(s)For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile:CompensationThe intent of this hiring action is to staff this position at the RCO-3 level, which is a mid-career level position with a salary range of $114,753 to $133,853NOTE: Please note that the full has five levels. Salary determination will be based on a review of the candidate's expertise, outcomes and impacts of their previous work experience relative to the requirements of the level. As such, the initial salary could be within another level of the RO/RCO salary scale (i.e. above or below the intended level for this position).In addition, the incumbent will receive the Bilingualism Bonus of $800 per year.NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of including comprehensive health and dental plans, vacation, sick, and other leave entitlements, disability insurance and pension plans.The NRC AdvantageThe National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is the Government of Canada's largest research organization supporting industrial innovation, the advancement of knowledge and technology development. We collaborate with over 70 colleges, universities and hospitals annually, work with 800 companies on their projects, and provide advice or funding to over 8000 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) each year.We bring together the brightest minds to deliver tangible impacts on the lives of Canadians and people around the world. And now, we want to partner with you. Let your expertise and inspirations make an impact by joining the NRC.At the NRC Employee wellness matters. We offer flexible work schedules as well as part-time work to help employees maintain work-life balance. We are one of the few federal organizations that close our offices during the December holiday season. We offer professional learning and development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, and a suite of mentorship, award and recognition programs. Diversity enables creativity and innovation. Fostering a diverse, inclusive, welcoming and supportive workplace is important to us, and contributes to a more inclusive Canadian innovation system. We welcome all qualified applicants and encourage you to complete the employment equity self-declaration questions during the job application process. Please let us know of any accommodation measures required to help you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Please note that the information you provide will be treated confidentially.Help us solve problems for Canada. Grow your career with us today!NotesRelocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.Travel across Canada may be required.Candidates must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter how they meet the education and experience factors listed on the poster. Candidates must use the education/experience criteria as a header and then write one or two paragraphs demonstrating how they meet them by providing concrete examples. In addition, the candidate is encouraged to describe in detail when, where and how he/she gained the experience. Failure to provide an appropriate cover letter will result in the rejection of your application. Candidates will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information.A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.Please direct your questions, with the requisition number (21169) to:E-mail:Telephone: 506-686-2961Closing Date: 15 August 2024 - 23:59 Atlantic TimeFor more information on career tools and other resources, check out*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC, please apply through the SuccessFactors Careers module from your NRC computer.National Research Council Canada
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