Various Streams - Operations Officer and Fleet Operational Planning Officer

Update: Please be advise that we will amend the closing date to Sunday August 20th, 2017, 23h59 Pacific Time.

Important messages

Candidates must clearly demonstrate in the Screening questionnaire how they meet the education and experience criteria listed in the essential and asset qualifications (other qualifications). Please note that stating that the requirement has been met, and/or listing past or current responsibilities, does not represent adequate substantiation. Rather, you must provide concrete examples that clearly illustrate how you meet the requirement. Résumés may be used as a secondary source to validate the qualifications described; comments such as "refer to my attached resume" will not be accepted and may result in your application being rejected. Failure to provide this information in the requested format may result in your application being rejected.

Duties

Stream 1: Operations Officer

Stream 1 includes positions located in the Regional Operations Centres and the National Command Centre:

Regional Operations Centre - Victoria (British Columbia), St. John's (Newfoundland and Labrador), Montréal (Québec)

National Command Centre (Ottawa)

The Regional Operations Centres (ROC) are 24/7 multi-functional centres which will provide support to all Canadian Coast Guard programs. The ROC Officers are responsible for the planning, deployment and tracking of all resources (e.g. vessels, aircraft, vehicles, equipment), for senior regional management, and external clients, to facilitate the delivery of Coast Guard, Science, Fisheries Conservation and Protection, Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and ODG programs and services. Maintain emergency preparedness, readiness and initial response leadership for the ROC Emergency Operations Centre (EOC).

The National Command Centre (NCC) is the focal point for internal and external information management and situational awareness related to operations and incidents. The NCC Officers ensure situational awareness, analysis of information and development of products for senior management. The Officers will play a key role in the complete and seamless transition from day to day operations to Incident Response mode


Stream 2: Fleet Operational Planning Officer

Develops operational and business plans for the deployment of vessels and aircraft in the Region.

Analyzes budgets, project approvals and technical documentation; conducts cost-benefit studies; and, makes recommendations to the Superintendent.

Develops and evaluates performance and risk management plans and strategies to ameliorate the effective utilization and adjustment of the Region's sea and air fleet, services and initiatives.

Consults and negotiates with CCG clients, including other government departments to collect ship and helicopter time requests.

Develops marketing strategies for the promotion of CCG products, services and fleet resources.

Liaises with CCG and DFO senior management in the Region, external clients, other government departments and marine organizations.

Develops and prepares discussion papers, briefing notes and reports on various Fleet planning issues and concerns. Prepares various agreements with clients.

Work environment

Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) leads the management of Canada’s fisheries and the safeguarding of Canadian waters. The Canadian Coast Guard (CCG), a Special Operating Agency within DFO, is responsible for services and programs that contribute to the safety, security, and accessibility of Canada’s waterways. With over 10,000 dedicated employees in over 400 locations across Canada, our Department is often the only federal presence in smaller coastal and remote communities. In January 2017, the Department received special recognition as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

The Government of Canada has announced the Oceans Protection Plan, a whole-of-government approach to improve marine safety, to work with Indigenous groups, provinces, territories, and other stakeholders to better co-manage Canada’s oceans while advancing the Government’s broader objectives of reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples, protection of the environment, protection of our coasts and waterways, and economic growth for the middle class.

DFO/CCG are recruiting to deliver on this significant commitment. A team of dedicated, dynamic and talented professionals, we are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join us in making an impact on the lives of Canadians.

DFO’s scientific knowledge and expertise, advice, products and services support evidence-based decision making, policy development, economic activity and stewardship of our waters. There are exciting career opportunities in areas such as fisheries and aquaculture management, regulation, science and innovation; habitat protection, oceans management, and ecosystems research; and charting of Canadian waters and modelling of ocean conditions, among others.

A nationally recognized, world-leading symbol of safety, operating along the longest coastline in the world, CCG is entrusted to deliver valuable programs and services to Canadians that save lives, protect the environment and support our Canadian economy. Embracing a proactive culture for 24/7 service to Canadians and for Canadians, CCG offers exciting sea-going and shore-based career opportunities in the delivery of critical maritime safety, security and response services; response to on-water and maritime incidents using a variety of vessels, hovercraft, helicopters, and small craft; and providing vital information and assistance to vessels, including navigation support, distress and safety communications and coordination of maritime trade.

The Department also offers exciting opportunities in its Corporate Services in areas such as information technology, program development and services; real property management; and human resource staffing and classification.

Do you believe in the gold standard of service? Do you thrive on change and exciting new projects? If that is who you want to be, then DFO/CCG is the place for you! Women, Aboriginal people and visible minorities are particularly encouraged to apply.

For more information on careers at DFO: http://www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/career-carriere-eng.htm

For more information on careers at CCG: http://www.ccg-gcc.gc.ca/College-and-Careers/home

Intent of the process

This is an anticipatory selection process.

This process will also be used to staff current vacancies within the CCG organizations.

A pool of qualified candidates will be established from this advertised process which may be used to staff similar positions for various tenures (Indeterminate, Term, Assignment, Secondment, Deployment) and various language requirements which may vary according to the position being staffed.

Stream 1: 30 (various locations)
Stream 2: 1 (Montréal)

Positions to be filled: 31

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION
All Streams
ED: Secondary school diploma or higher or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience related to the position

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
All Streams:
EXP1: Experience in written and oral communications (e.g. report writing, presentations, advice to management, briefing notes, daily reports).

Stream 1:
EXP2: Approximately 2 years’ of significant* experience in operation centres**, ports, marine industry, or marine service delivery;
EXP3: Experience in researching;
EXP4: Experience in analysing;
EXP5: Experience in preparing reports.

* Significant refers to the breadth and depth of experience and is defined as a combination of time spent doing the activity, as well as type (range, scope, and complexity) of work handled related to the experience criteria.

**Operations center examples such as Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC), Marine Communications and Traffic Services (MCTS), Marine Security Operations Centre (MSOC), Emergency Operations Center (i.e. forest fire management, municipal), Incident Command Post

Stream 2
EXP6: Recent* and Significant** operational or financial planning experience.

*Recent refers for ONE year in the last five (5) years.

** Significant refers to the breadth and depth of experience and is defined as a combination of time spent doing the activity, as well as type (range, scope, and complexity) of work handled related to the experience criteria.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

EDUCATION
All Streams:
AED: A degree from recognized post-secondary institution in a field related to the position

Degree equivalency

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION
All Streams:
OC1: Transport Canada or CCG certificate of competency (Navigation, Engineering or Logistics) or Department of National Defence marine certificate (ie. Upper Deck Watchkeeping, Bridge Watchkeeping, Marine Engineer, etc.);
OC2: CCG Pollution Response Officer Qualification;
OC3: MCTS Certificate;
OC4: Search & Rescue Coordinator certificate

EXPERIENCES
All Streams:
AEXP1: Experience in CCG ship-based operations;
AEXP2: Experience in CCG shore-based operations;
AEXP3: Experience in marine industry ship-based operations and/or port operations;
AEXP4: Experience in shore-based maritime operations and/or port operations;
AEXP5: Experience in the operations of an Emergency Operations Centre;
AEXP6: Experience with regulating, contingency planning, or responding in either Canada’s Marine Pollution Preparedness or Response Regime or in Maritime Incident Response;
AEXP7: Experience in developing operational plans and procedures;
AEXP8: Experience in using a geographic information system (GIS) tool.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE
All Streams:
KN1: Knowledge of the Canadian Coast Guard programs and services;
KN2: Knowledge of regulations that impact the marine industry in Canada.

ABILITIES AND SKILLS
All Streams:
AB1: Ability to analyze and make recommendations or a report;
AB2: Ability to work under pressure and set priorities in a changing environment;
AB3: Ability to create and maintain effective professional relationships
AB4: Ability to communicate effectively in writing;
AB5: Ability to communicate effectively orally.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY
All Streams:
PS1: Teamwork
PS2: Initiative
PS3: Judgement
PS4: Integrity
PS5: Flexibility

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
All Streams:
Willingness and availability to travel.
Work overtime, sometimes on short notice.

Stream 1:
Work on a variable work schedule to assure a 24/7 service

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - Secret security clearance

Stream 1:
Willingness and ability to work weekends, evenings and shift work;
Willingness to wear and maintain a Canadian Coast Guard uniform in accordance with CCG uniform manual.

Other information

A written exam may be administered.

An interview may be administered.

Reference checks may be sought.

You must provide proof of your education credentials. Candidates invited to an interview will be required to bring proof of their education credentials, in the form of a diploma or official transcript (original documents only).

Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca/

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application

A top down selection method may be used at any point in the assessment process.
Random selection may be used to identify which applicants will be assessed in this appointment process.

It is your responsibility to ensure that your email and contact information are maintained with the hiring board AND in your Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS) account. As all of the communication for this process will be conducted via the email address provided in your application AND via your PSRS account, it is your responsibility to ensure that you check for messages regularly and to ensure that your email address accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email or filter them to a junk mail folder). Failure to respond to key messages may result in your being eliminated from this process.

Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.

Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact candidates when the screening process is completed.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a woman, an Aboriginal person, a person with a disability or a member of a visible minority group.

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a woman, an Aboriginal person, a person with a disability or a member of a visible minority group.

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.