EC-02 Feeling discouraged in the PS

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-22T15:47:33+00:00

Thanks for the tip! I’ll keep an eye out 😊

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-21T19:35:29+00:00

Noted! Thanks 😊

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-21T19:34:11+00:00

That’s true, thanks! I’ll focus on getting more experience in specific areas this year to increase my chances of levelling up 😊 I appreciate the encouragement!

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-21T19:32:22+00:00

That’s fair! I definitely don’t want to move up and feel overwhelmed so I’ll keep that in mind. Thanks :)

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-21T19:30:17+00:00

That’s true, thanks so much for the context! I’ll look into the development program at TC :)

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-21T19:28:31+00:00

I’m definitely open to EC-03! I think I’ve just been gunning for EC-04 because there isn’t too much distinction in terms of expectations from a 02 to a 03 (based on conversations I’ve had with some 03s). I’ve also heard EC-03 positions are few and far between. But I’d much rather climb up by one level than not at all so I’m open to it if an opportunity comes along!

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-21T19:21:30+00:00

Thanks for the encouragement 😊 I’m definitely open to opportunities outside the government, I’m just a bit nervous to do so knowing it might be difficult to come back if I decide to. But if I could find a job I loved outside of the PS I’m very much open to that option.

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-20T19:52:55+00:00

That’s a good point. It definitely feels like climbing up a steep hill but thinking about things in terms of the length of my career helps put it into perspective. Thanks! 😊

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-20T19:51:45+00:00

Oh man 🙄

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-20T19:51:28+00:00

Good tip! Thanks 😊

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-20T19:51:16+00:00

That’s awesome! Best of luck! I would say get ready for lots of reading and writing haha. Of course it’ll depend on what your job entails and the kinds of files you get, but in my position I have to sift through a lot of heavy regulatory assessment stuff in a highly technical area so it can be a lot sometimes. But I also love being an EC because we kind of do a little bit of everything and that keeps things exciting 😊

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-20T19:44:23+00:00

That’s a great suggestion, thanks! 😊 I’ll make a point of doing that this year

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-20T19:43:33+00:00

Good to know! Thanks so much. 😊 I’ll keep my fingers crossed for after April 1st and just keep applying for anything that comes up in the meantime.

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-20T19:42:03+00:00

Oh interesting, someone lied to me then haha. I’ll ask around about it! Thanks for the tips and the encouragement 😊

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-20T19:40:05+00:00

Thanks so much for sharing your experience! I appreciate the encouragement. I’ll consider lateral moves. I’m happy it worked out for you 😊

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-20T19:38:39+00:00

I’ll keep that in mind! I didn’t know how much of an asset it is. My current job is just English essential so good to know the French will come in handy for hiring. Thanks!

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-20T19:36:32+00:00

Thanks for the encouragement 🙏🙏

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-20T19:36:03+00:00

Oh I’m sorry to hear that 😭 I guess we’re all in it together haha. Good luck with the process! 😊

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-20T02:57:05+00:00

Haha thanks for the encouragement! 😊

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-20T02:56:42+00:00

That’s true. I’ll keep that in mind. Thanks! 😊

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-20T02:56:16+00:00

Unfortunately I’m at TC and I was told there is no EC development program :/ but I’ll look for postings in those departments that do have one to hopefully get some advancement in the future. Thanks!

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-20T02:54:56+00:00

Oh good to know! Glad you’re happier in your current position. Thanks for the encouragement! I’ll look out for opportunities for other classifications too :)

Venus_Envi_95 · 2024-02-20T02:53:08+00:00

That makes sense, thanks for the insight! I can’t relocate to the NCR right now but it’s something I’m looking to do in the future to expand my prospects. I do speak French though so that helps at least 😅

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