The Government of Canada is hiring for many jobs in several federal departments and every role pays over $100,000 a year, with one position paying nearly $200,000.
The Canadian government has available jobs in sectors such as the House of Commons, National Defence, the Canada Space Agency and the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, to name a few. Jobs are available in cities including Montreal, Quebec, Toronto, Ottawa, Winnipeg, and various other locations across Canada.
Additionally, as a federal employee, you would be eligible for a slew of work benefits including a healthcare plan, dental plan, disability insurance, and vacation and leave packages.
Most available roles require specific qualifications, including bilingualism, post-secondary education, and significant experience. So, if you've got what the federal government is looking for, then dust off those CVs and apply away.
Information Manager, Manager
Department: House of Commons
Salary: $102,388 to $129,555
Location: Ottawa, ON
Job Description: The House of Commons Digital Services and Real Property seeks an Information Management Manager with a degree in Information Management, Information Technology, or related fields, and extensive team leadership experience.
Responsibilities include overseeing data governance initiatives, managing stakeholder relationships, leading analysts, monitoring program performance, and contributing to long-term business plans. The position will offer training, a 35-hour workweek, four weeks' vacation, and a preference for candidates with a background in management and data governance.
Lead Engineer
Department: National Defence
Salary: $104,135 to $121,451
Location: Montreal, QC; Quebec, QC; Kingston, ON; Ottawa, ON; Halifax, NS; Quebec, QC; and Winnipeg, MB
Job Description: The Directorate of Architecture and Engineering Services (DAES) seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer (ENG-04) to provide technical guidance and expertise throughout all phases of infrastructure projects, including design, construction, and policy development. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with codes and standards, analyzing project requirements, and developing innovative solutions.
Candidates must hold a degree in mechanical engineering or a related field, be licensed as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada, and possess experience in mechanical engineering design, conducting engineering studies, and policy development in building and utility infrastructure systems.
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Department: Indigenous Services Canada
Salary: $115,836 to $148,590
Location: Various locations
Job Description: The selected candidate will provide clinical expertise, leadership, and health promotion in various regions across Canada. To be eligible, applicants must be registered as a Registered Nurse in the Extended Class and possess either a Master’s degree in Nursing or completion of a Nurse Practitioner Program with relevant specialization. Essential experience includes recent and significant involvement in community health, primary care, urgent or emergency care, and acute or intensive care within the last five years.
Regional Operations (Air), Manager
Department: Transportation Safety Board of Canada
Salary: $129,866 to $152,489
Location: Dorval, QC
Job Description: Applicants must possess a degree from a recognized Canadian university with an acceptable specialization relevant to the position, along with a Canadian Airline Transport Pilot License or Commercial Pilot License with relevant ratings, and a Restricted Radio-Telephone Operator Certificate.
Additionally, a minimum of 3500 hours of flying experience, including 2000 hours as pilot-in-command, and experience in human resource supervision and report preparation is required. Assets include experience in aviation accident investigation, aviation safety data analysis, risk assessment, project management, and knowledge of relevant aviation regulations and safety protocols.
Lead Systems Engineer
Department: Canadian Space Agency
Salary: $104,135 to $121,451
Location: Longueuil, QC
Job Description: Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline relevant to the position's duties including but not limited to aerospace, computer, electrical, mechanical, systems, and software. Essential qualifications include a minimum of seven years of experience within the last fifteen years in evaluating, analyzing, and solving engineering problems.
Responsibilities include conducting and coordinating engineering work, serving as Lead Systems Engineer on projects, establishing and coordinating subsystem requirements, monitoring verification and validation processes, providing technical advice, and maintaining relationships with partner space agencies.
Financial Planning and Analysis, Director
Department: Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
Salary: $15,3874.12 to $192,342.65
Location: Montreal, QC; Ottawa ON; Calgary, AB; Halifax, NS; Toronto ON; Vancouver BC
Job Description: Candidates will be expected to lead a team responsible for consolidating financial plans, forecasts, and actuals to advise senior management on the company's financial state. Key responsibilities include strategic financial planning, budgeting, presenting results to senior management, monitoring key performance indicators, and developing future financial strategies.
Candidates must hold a CPA designation, possess at least 13 years of financial management experience, including leadership roles, and demonstrate strong communication skills in both English and French.
Senior Advisor/Project Manager, Inventory
Department: Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Salary: $107,451 to $115,917
Location: Montreal, QC; Ottawa, ON; Moncton, NB; Guelph, ON;, Calgary, AB
Job Description: Applicants must demonstrate essential qualifications such as possessing a secondary school diploma or equivalent, offering significant experience advising senior management, and showcasing proficiency in project management, policy interpretation, and partnership establishment.
Language proficiency assessments may occur later, with self-assessments available before application completion. Essential competencies include critical thinking, collaboration, initiative, and integrity. Additional assets may include project management certifications and relevant experience.
Senior Management, Deployment SupportÂ
Department: Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS)
Salary: $104,560 to $130,740
Location: Ottawa, ON
Job Description: Responsibilities include fostering relationships, ensuring seamless communication, and aligning objectives for mission effectiveness while inspiring and leading diverse teams. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree, and experience in administration, logistics, and policy interpretation, along with competencies in client focus, communication, innovation, and teamwork.
Bilingual proficiency in English and French is essential, with benefits including comprehensive health coverage, work-life balance initiatives, retirement planning, and opportunities for learning and development.
IM/IT, Manager
Department: Employment and Social Development Canada
Salary: $101,541 to $126,390
Location: Various locations
Job Description: Applicants must have graduated with a minimum two-year program in computer science or a related field. Furthermore, candidates must possess extensive experience in IT delivery environments, advising senior management, and managing human and financial resources.
Additionally, applicants must be willing and able to work overtime, sometimes on short notice, keep abreast of the latest trends and innovations in IM/IT and attend employer-directed training as required.
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