The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) has 1 (one) exciting indeterminate opportunity within the Operations branch at the CATSA Headquarters.
This position represents an opportunity for career-driven individuals seeking a position within an organization that inspires growth and promotes excellence to make a difference and contribute to CATSA’s unique culture as it strives to excel in air transport security.
Why is CATSA a great fit for you?
CATSA is world leader in aviation security and screening with a mandate to protect the public. A Crown corporation, it features a mix of public service and private sector diverse backgrounds in which is reflective of the varied background of its employees. CATSA encourages innovation and creativity and offers a healthy and diverse workplace where employees work in an environment where they can be their true selves and feel energized and proud.
If you are a motivated professional seeking a position within a multifunctional and collaborative environment and you are looking for the next great adventure, CATSA is the place for you!
Summary of responsibilities:
The Manager, Screening Contracts is responsible for the management and administration of CATSA’s Airport Screening Services Agreements (ASSAs), as well as the associated budget. The Manager, Screening Contracts is also responsible for ensuring financial and systematic controls are in place to ensure compliance with the Financial Administration Act (FAA) for the ASSAs, and is responsible for the development and implementation of several technologies (TAS, ACL, etc.) which support the day to day airport screening operations. The Manager, Screening Contracts performs all other duties and responsibilities related to the position as required.
What you need to succeed
To qualify for the position, you must have:
- Graduation from a recognized university with specialization in commerce, business administration, public administration or other related discipline relevant to the duties of the position.
- A minimum of eight (8) years relevant work experience including, an acceptable combination of: contract negotiation, contract management, contract financial administration, risk management, and/or project management.
- A minimum of two (2) years of managerial experience leading a team.
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience in providing strategic advice and recommendations to various levels of management.
This position is best suited to individuals with the following skills and abilities:
- Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
- Strong leadership and motivational skills to assist in the implementation of national operational programs.
- Strong collaboration and coordination skills to develop and maintain relationships with external and internal partners and stakeholders.
- Solid ability to coordinate complex and highly sensitive files simultaneously.
- Ability to think strategically and tactically for short, medium and long term planning.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Sound judgement, tactfulness, and discretion.
- Excellent professional, interpersonal and organizational skills in order to succeed in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work under pressure.
Valuable skills include:
- Knowledge of general management theories and principles, including project management, operational and strategic planning, budget management/control, human resource management and training techniques.
- Superior written and oral communications skills, including consultation, presentation and negotiation methods and techniques.
- General understanding and aptitude for IT technologies.
- Knowledge of CATSA's mandate and priorities, as well as an awareness of relevant legislation impacting CATSA.
- Understanding of Canadian airport regulatory and operating environments.
- Knowledge of financial management principles, policies, procedures, practices and systems used in the public sector, specifically by Crown corporations.
Specific work requirements
- - Ability to work overtime as required;
- - Ability to travel as required
- - Language Profile: CBCC;
- - Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance; and
- - Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
How to apply:
If you feel you are the ideal candidate for this position, please click on the following link to submit your application before February 12, 2025 by 11:59pm EST.
Additional information:
- Please note that candidates that meet all the position requirements, including the language profile, will be given first consideration however, we invite all interested candidates to submit their applications;
- While we appreciate all the candidates’ interest, only those being considered in the process will be contacted;
- CATSA will use this opportunity to establish a candidate pool that may be used to staff permanent or fixed-term positions with similar responsibilities and qualifications;
CATSA is dedicated to an inclusive selection process and work environment. If you require an accommodation, please advise the Human Resources representative when you are invited to meet with us regarding this employment opportunity.
