Personnel Selection Officer

Overview

As a member of the military, Personnel Selection Officers apply behavioural science knowledge and procedures to evaluate the factors that affect working relationships. They provide professional advice to military commanders, particularly in the areas of recruiting, selection, leadership, performance appraisal and other human resource issues.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assess applicants to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and recommend training
• Recommend CAF members for special training
• Support professional development, accreditation and transition programs
• Conduct applied and advanced behavioural research
• Conduct occupational analyses
• Teach military leadership, management and behavioural science courses
• Train Military Career Counsellors in interviewing techniques, personnel assessments and counselling techniques
• Write selection policy, design selection instruments, and de...