Preparing for Your Career
Application Procedures
To be considered for employment with us, you must:
- have a proven record of achievement and excellence;
- have an interest in pursuing a career in a progressive organization;
- exhibit expertise, professionalism, and strong communication and teamwork skills;
- demonstrate all Advanced Solutions required competencies;
- be legally able to work in Canada.
To Apply
- Current opportunities can be viewed on our posting site. Please follow the application procedures specified in the individual postings. A separate application or resume is required for each competition, unless otherwise indicated.
- Always quote the position you are applying for on your application and ensure that you include an e-mail address where you can be contacted. If you do not have an e-mail address, ensure that you provide a telephone number where you can be reached.
- Your application/resume must clearly identify how you meet each of the stated qualifications in the competition posting.
- In your application/cover letter please indicate how you heard about Advanced Solutions (i.e. name of job boards, career fairs, word of mouth).
- We appreciate your application electronically. If you do not have an e-mail, we will accept applications by fax or post. However, please ensure that your application arrives before the closing date and time.
Recruitment Process
Recruitment at Advanced Solutions is typically a four-stage process focused on identifying, assessing, interviewing and hiring the very best person for each job.
1. Application
Apply to each position of interest to you that aligns with your educational background, competencies and experience by reviewing the postings web site.
2. Evaluation
Once your application is submitted, it will be reviewed against the requirements of the position.
3. Assessment
The assessment process may include written exercises and interviews with the hiring manager, Human Resource Services, and/or other panel members as appropriate. The primary purpose is to assess your competencies and values and fit with the needs of Advanced Solutions and also serves as a way for you to gain a better understanding of the job and our organization.
4. Selection
Once a position has been filled, all candidates interviewed who were not selected will be notified. It is the goal of Advanced Solutions to hire the most qualified individual for each opportunity.
Employee Competencies and Values
Advanced Solutions considers competencies when assessing applicants.
Competencies are transferable. They are one's personal knowledge, skills, abilities, characteristics, and attitudes, and can be applied in various situations or organizations. Competencies can also include those acquired through specialized education or self-development.
All Advanced Solutions employees display the following competencies:
| • Customer Focus | • Building Effective Teams |
| • Integrity and Trust | • Priority Setting |
| • Ethics and Values | • Decision Quality |
| • Motivating Others | • Business Acumen |
| • Drive for Results | • Organizing |
Advanced Solutions employees also adhere to the following four Core Values:
- Exemplify Professionalism: We uphold a respectful and respected workforce.
- Embrace and Champion Change: We enthusiastically participate, collaborate, innovate, and welcome change.
- Encourage and Take Initiative: We are an engaged and progressive workforce promoting personal and professional growth.
- Personify Integrity: We are reputable and productive which builds the foundation of our success.
Career Paths
We have many diverse career paths within the various Advanced Solutions business areas.
Administrative/Clerical
Clerical positions involve those who participate in administrative duties and deal directly with individuals and their accounts/affairs. Administration involves the internal and external communications and support functions associated with running Advanced Solutions.
Information Technology
IT positions exist in program and system development, web design, help desk services, identification of hardware and software requirements, development of operational specifications, analysis, and much more.
Financial
Finance positions provide a range of financial services including project accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and budget development and monitoring.
Contract Administration
Positions in Contract Administration include contract management, procurement, and vendor relations.
Project Management
Project management positions provide an opportunity to manage projects, ensure they have the appropriate level of resources, and to facilitate cross organizational impact and awareness.
Professional & Management
Professional and management positions within Advanced Solutions offer a broad range of opportunities, whether you are interested in an operational role, or working in a specific functional area.
Collections and Business Processing
Collections and business processing positions consist of those responsible for debt collection, payment processing, customer service, account management, and account reconciliation.
Business Development
Business Development positions support the successful delivery of services for an assigned subset of an account and are responsible for the related integration of new services for assigned areas of responsibility.