As a Manager of Staffing and Resourcing in the Department of National Defence, you will lead and direct staffing and human resources functions within your organization. You are responsible for developing and implementing staffing strategies, managing recruitment and selection processes, and ensuring compliance with Treasury Board policies and collective agreement provisions. Your work directly supports the operational effectiveness of DND by ensuring the right people are in the right roles at the right time.
Your day-to-day responsibilities include overseeing recruitment competitions, managing staffing budgets, coordinating with hiring managers across your area, and providing strategic advice on workforce planning and resourcing challenges. You will manage a team of staffing professionals, set performance expectations, and foster a collaborative work environment that supports both your team members and your internal clients. You will also interpret and apply complex federal staffing legislation, Treasury Board directives, and DND policies to ensure all processes are fair, transparent, and compliant.
You will work in a dynamic federal government environment where change is constant and decisions have organization-wide impact. This role requires strong judgment, political awareness, and the ability to balance competing priorities while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and fairness in all staffing decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and manage the delivery of staffing and resourcing services and programs, Supervise and develop staff within the staffing and resourcing team, Monitor performance metrics and report on results, Develop and implement operational plans and procedures, Manage stakeholder relationships and ensure service quality
Required Skills
HR policy interpretation, Interpersonal skills, Staffing and classification, Conflict resolution, Labour relations knowledge, People management, Operational oversight, Quality assurance, Resource coordination
Typical Education
Post-secondary education in the relevant field; supervisory and operational management experience
Training
To succeed in this role, you should have a university degree in human resources management, business administration, public administration, or a related discipline. Many successful candidates have completed professional certifications such as the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) or the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) designation, though these are not always mandatory.
The Government of Canada provides extensive professional development opportunities, including training in federal staffing legislation, Treasury Board processes, conflict resolution, and management skills. DND also supports employees pursuing relevant professional certifications and credentials. Upon entry, you will receive role-specific training on DND policies, systems, and procedures. Throughout your career, you can access leadership development programs, executive coaching, and specialized courses in areas such as change management, organizational development, and strategic planning.
Entry Plans
To enter this career in the federal Public Service, you typically apply through open competitions advertised on the Government of Canada's official job board (jobs.gc.ca). These competitions are competitive and based on demonstrated experience in human resources management, staffing coordination, or related fields. You must be a Canadian citizen, obtain security clearance, and meet language requirements (usually English or French, or both).
Many managers in this role enter through lateral moves from other federal departments or from within DND's Human Resources divisions, having worked in staffing-related positions. If you are currently a federal public servant at an appropriate level, you may be eligible to apply to internal staffing competitions or participate in mobility programs that facilitate movement between departments. Some candidates enter through graduate recruitment or development programs if they have advanced education in human resources or business administration. DND may also use staffing pools to fill vacancies more quickly when multiple positions are available.
Part-Time Options
This position is typically offered on a full-time, permanent basis. However, the federal Public Service does support flexible work arrangements where operationally feasible. Depending on business needs and management approval, you may be able to negotiate flexible hours, compressed work weeks, or hybrid work schedules that combine remote and in-office days. Remote work options have expanded across the federal government and may be available for portions of this role, particularly for activities such as policy analysis, report preparation, and virtual meetings. Requests for part-time work or job sharing are considered on a case-by-case basis. To explore specific flexibility options, you would discuss arrangements with your manager and the DND Human Resources branch once in the position.
Related Careers
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