Supervisor Simulation (428)

As of June 30, 2023, this simulation exercise is no longer available.   

Appointment processes requiring an assessment of key supervisory competencies required for supervisor positions can make use of the Team Leader/Supervisor Remote Assessment (528).

Note: Results from this test (428) are not transferable to new appointment processes using the Team Leader/Supervisor Remote Assessment (528).

Purpose

Overview

Assessment process

Before the assessment, the candidate receives:

The candidate should study carefully the background information provided in envelope A and bring it on the day of the assessment.

The day of the assessment, the candidate receives:

The candidate is given two and a half hours to complete the following:

Evaluation

After the oral presentation, the assessment board questions the candidate on the issues and problems and the way in which the candidate dealt with them. The board then assesses the individual on supervisory competencies, based on the candidate's behaviours, decisions and approach. Ratings are made using a 7-point scale, with a rating of 4 indicating that the candidate “meets expectations”.

Definitions of the competencies evaluated

Create vision and strategy

Leaders define the future and chart a path forward. They are adept at understanding and communicating context, factoring in the economic, social and political environment. Intellectually agile, they leverage their deep and broad knowledge, build on diverse ideas and perspectives and create consensus around compelling visions. Leaders balance organizational and government-wide priorities and improve outcomes for Canada and Canadians.

Mobilize people

Leaders inspire and motivate the people they lead. They manage performance, provide constructive and respectful feedback to encourage and enable performance excellence. They lead by example, setting goals for themselves that are more demanding than those that they set for others.

Collaborate with partners and stakeholders

Leaders are deliberate and resourceful about seeking the widest possible spectrum of perspectives. They demonstrate openness and flexibility to forge consensus and improve outcomes. They bring a whole-of-government perspective to their interactions. In negotiating solutions, they are open to alternatives and skillful at managing expectations. Leaders share recognition with their teams and partners.

Achieve results

Leaders mobilize and manage resources to deliver on the priorities of the Government, improve outcomes and add value. They consider context, risks and business intelligence to support high-quality and timely decisions. They anticipate, plan, monitor progress and adjust as needed. Leaders take personal responsibility for their actions and outcomes of their decisions.

Service orientation

Demonstrates a commitment to the provision of quality service to clients. Provides client groups with opportunities for active participation and consultation on decisions that are relevant to their needs and concerns.

Candidate information

Page details

Date modified: