Developmental Program with the Canada Border Services Agency . This is a program run by the federal government where the trainees are first recruited at the FB-02 level, go through regular training and development, and finally get ready for a career that entails the enforcement of the de facto border policies, besides the facilitating of the legitimate movement of people and goods across the border.
The atmosphere of work at Canada Border Services Agency is characterized by its constant change as well as the existence of an environment that supports the employees. The agency encourages personal development through a combination of informal learning and formal training.
Diversity, inclusion, and respect are among the aspects that Canada Border Services Agency has placed much value on in the workplace, and this has resulted in an atmosphere in which employees from all walks of life are not only accepted but also supported.
Employer Details
Company Name : Canada Border Services Agency
Position: Border Services Office Trainee
Salary : $80,344 to $89,462 annually
Job Type : Full Time
Start date : As soon as possible
Benefits : Health care coverage, dental care, disability insurance, life insurance, pension plan, paid training, accommodation and meals during training, employee support programs
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Job Description
- An evolutionary government scheme for Border Services Officer Trainee (FB-02) in the Canada Border Services Agency .
- The instruction consists of online distance learning, in-residence training, and on-the-job experience at different Canadian entry points.
- The job is to secure passages and exchanges that comply with the law, and at the same time, stop the entry of prohibited goods into Canada.
- The position may be in different sites like small, remote, or hard-to-fill ports, thus offering new and interesting experiences to the staff.
- The work atmosphere is conducive to diversity, and inclusion, and respect for individuals and at the same time, it offers systematic career development.
Responsibilities
- Assist in controlling the entry of visitors and imported goods to Canada at the same time making sure that they comply with Canadian laws and regulations.
- Carry out inquiries and checks at the borders to ascertain the authenticity of documents and the legality of travelling and trading.
- Apply detection techniques and methods to identify banned items or disallowed persons.
- Collaborate with different parties to keep borders secure and safe by passing on cases for subsequent action when the occasion arises.
- Public service is being supported through the provision of effective information to the public, as well as through the display of professionalism in the interactions.
Requirements
- Must be an individual whose age is 18 years or older on or before applying.
- Applicants must be Canadian Citizens or a Permanent Resident of Canada.
- Should possess a Canadian High School diploma or equivalent document that is recognized in Canada.
- Hold and keep a valid, unrestricted driver’s license from Canada.
- Must be able to work in any part of Canada, including in remote locations or places that are hard to staff.
- Complete all training that is mandatory, including firearms safety courses, as required.
- Should be eligible to get and retain security clearance along with the medical and suitability standards.
How to Apply ?
Find the full job description and apply via the Government of Canada’s official jobs site. In the job posting section, you can access information about how and when to apply and what processes are involved in selecting candidates.