Various AS-02 positions within the Human Resources Directorate, Canadian Space Agency

SEO title: Internal AS-02 HR Roles at Canadian Space Agency – Apply 2026
Meta description: Pool of AS-02 HR positions at CSA including OHS Coordinator. Internal to current CSA employees. Apply by July 14, 2026.
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Role Score: 7/10 – Strong opportunity
BLUF: This posting is for current Canadian Space Agency employees only, offering an internal pool for AS-02 HR roles, with an immediate need for an OHS Coordinator (1-year term). For eligible staff, it’s a clear path to a new role with defined criteria.
Paid help: FedJobReady can help refine your screening answers and highlight your experience to meet the significant experience thresholds, but the internal nature means you likely already understand the context.

If you’re a current Canadian Space Agency employee looking to move into human resources or formalize your HR experience, this internal posting deserves your attention. The Human Resources Directorate is building a pool of AS-02 positions, with one specific role to fill imminently: Coordinator, Occupational Health and Safety (OHS). Before you decide whether to invest time, let’s walk through what this opportunity really offers, what the work looks like, and what the screening will demand.

Three reasons this role is worth a look

Professional value

The AS-02 classification pays between $68,849 and $74,180 per year, which is a solid mid-level salary in the federal public service. For internal candidates, this isn’t a lateral move if you’re below AS-02; it’s a step up. The immediate job is a temporary position for about one year, but the pool may be used to fill similar positions of various tenures, including potentially permanent ones. That means applying now could open the door to longer-term opportunities in the HR Directorate – not just OHS, but also coordinator roles in HR programs, classification, or administrative support. The career upside here is real, especially if you’ve been looking to pivot into HR work within the agency. Since it’s internal only, the competition is limited to your peers at CSA, which improves your odds compared to an open-to-the-public process. The salary is competitive for the level, and the work environment offers hybrid flexibility after a few months (more on that below). For someone already in the public service, this is a manageable and potentially rewarding career progression.

Work reality

The immediate opening is Coordinator, Occupational Health and Safety. That means you’d be coordinating OHS activities, projects, and initiatives, conducting analyses and recommendations, and providing OHS advice and support to managers and employees. It’s a hands-on, advisory role – not a back-office filing position. You’ll need to work with people across the organization, interpret OHS requirements, and help implement changes. The majority of positions – including this one – are based in Longueuil at 6767 Route de l’Aéroport. While the posting mentions Ottawa as a location, that’s mainly to allow current Ottawa-based CSA employees to be considered if operational needs allow. So if you’re not based in or willing to work from Longueuil, this immediate role likely isn’t for you. On the work arrangement front, the Canadian Space Agency is currently implementing a hybrid model. As of July 6, 2026, employees must work on-site at least four days per week (or 80% of their regular schedule), with adjustments possible through supervisor agreement. That’s a significant in-person commitment, though compressed work schedules may be available. Overtime could be required as needed, so flexibility matters.

Screening reality

This is an internal process, but the screening is still rigorous. You must hold at least a secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience related to the key activities. The real gate is the experience requirements: “significant” experience in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, reports) and “significant” experience in client service delivery, coordinating activities that require planning, and handling files that need information analysis and judgment. The posting defines “significant” as a wide range of related activities acquired through recurring performance in a context relevant to the position. That’s not vague – it means you need to demonstrate depth, not just a one-off task. You’ll answer screening questions with concrete examples using when, where, and how. Your résumé will only validate what you write in the questions. Additionally, the language requirement is bilingual imperative BBB/BBB, meaning you need functional proficiency in both official languages for reading, writing, and oral interaction. And you’ll need Reliability Status security clearance. The process may begin with candidates interested in the OHS Coordinator role, and assets (like HR system experience, compensation, staffing) will be assessed later. Missing any essential criterion is a real risk.

What else matters before you apply

This posting is strictly internal to CSA employees occupying a position. If you’re not already employed at the Canadian Space Agency, this process is not open to you. For those who are eligible, there are a few details that could make or break your application. First, don’t skip the screening questions. The posting warns that vague answers or “Please refer to my résumé” may lead to rejection. You need to write clear, specific examples for EX1 and EX2. Think about times you prepared complex Excel reports or PowerPoint presentations as part of recurring duties, and moments you coordinated multiple activities requiring planning and judgment. The more concrete, the better.

Second, the immediate position is temporary – one year – and the pool may take time to produce other opportunities. If you’re looking for permanent stability right away, this may only be a placeholder. However, pool appointments can lead to longer-term roles, so it’s still worth being in the mix.

Third, the location question. Unless you’re in Longueuil or willing to relocate (or already in Ottawa with potential to work from there if operational requirements permit), the immediate OHS role won’t work. The majority of early fills are in Longueuil, so factor that in.

Fourth, the bilingual imperative requirement (BBB/BBB) is a serious filter. If you don’t have that language profile yet, this posting isn’t for you unless you’re already BBB. No exceptions are mentioned for language training – it’s essential at the time of application.

Finally, note the timeline. The closing date is July 14, 2026. That’s far off, but don’t wait until the last day. Assessment may begin with candidates for the OHS Coordinator role earlier. Applying early shows initiative.

Red flags, reasons to skip, and low-leverage signals

Let’s be honest: this is an internal process, so if you’re an external applicant, it’s not worth your time. For internal candidates, the main red flag is the temporary nature of the immediate position. A one-year term isn’t a career changer unless you’re using it as a stepping stone. The pool could fill permanent jobs, but it’s not guaranteed. Another signal: the posting says “positions to be filled: 1.” That’s just one immediate vacancy, though the pool may create more. Don’t expect a quick hire for a full-time indefinite role.

The hybrid work model is also worth noting. Starting July 2026, four days on-site is a significant in-office expectation. If you were hoping for more remote flexibility, that’s not the direction here. Overtime may be required, which could affect work-life balance.

There’s also the matter of assets. The listing includes many desirable experiences (HR systems, compensation, staffing, supervision), but these are not requested until later. That means you won’t know how heavily they’ll weigh at screening. The process may lean heavily on the two essential experience criteria, and if your background doesn’t include clear examples of “significant” client service and planning, you could be filtered out early.

Finally, the internal pool is broad – it covers multiple AS-02 roles across HR. That’s both a strength (more entry points) and a weakness (you might be considered for roles you don’t want). Make sure you read the duties carefully and indicate your interest in the OHS Coordinator if that’s your goal. Otherwise, you could end up in a different job than expected.

Your next move

If you’re a current CSA employee and you meet the essential education, bilingual profile, and have real experience in the areas listed, this is a strong opportunity to enter or advance within HR. Start by preparing your screening answers with specific examples that prove “significant” experience. For EX1, detail how you’ve used Excel for reports or data analysis, and PowerPoint for presentations – with context about frequency and complexity. For EX2, describe client service work where you coordinated activities, analyzed information, and made judgment calls. Avoid vague statements; each example needs when, where, how.

FedJobReady can help you frame these examples in a way that aligns with the public service screening style. We can also review your answers for clarity and impact, ensuring you don’t waste your weekend on a process that rejects you for missing details. But the heavy lifting – the actual experience – you already have. Use it, be thorough, and apply cleanly. If the OHS Coordinator role appeals to you, make that clear in your application. If not, the pool is still worth entering for future opportunities.

Apply early, follow the instructions exactly, and treat this as a real entry point to a new career path within the Canadian Space Agency.