Intelligence Analyst

Important messages

*** NOTE: It is not required to submit a cover letter for this selection process. However, applicants MUST complete the screening questions that will be generated by the system automatically once the candidate applies. Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their responses to the screening questions how they meet the Essential Qualifications (education AND experiences) as well as the Asset Qualifications (if applicable). Supporting details are required for each qualification, explaining, for example, the extent of the experience and relevant dates. The answers provided to the screening questions will be the main source of information and the curriculum vitae will only be referred to as a secondary source of information. Failure to provide complete answers may result in job applications being screened from further consideration in this process.

Duties

Within the National Fisheries Intelligence Service (NFIS), the Intelligence Analyst reports to the Intelligence Supervisor, and is responsible for conducting complex analysis of information obtained from multiple sources (e.g. human, signal, electronic and open source) which includes producing and disseminating tactical, operational and strategic intelligence assessments. Within these assessments, the Intelligence Analyst identifies information gaps, identifies trends/patterns, proposes hypotheses, tests assumptions, and makes reasoned recommendations/conclusions regarding serious threats/risk to the fisheries resource, maritime security, or National sovereignty. They maintain knowledge of the current intelligence products, control strategy and intelligence requirements. The Intelligence Analyst analyzes information/intelligence on subject and problem profiles as authorised by the Tasking and Co-ordination Groups (Tactical & Strategic). (T&CG)

During the T&CG meetings, the Intelligence Analyst answers questions, clarifies issues, and defends findings about the analytical content and methodologies used in producing intelligence products. The Intelligence Analyst makes recommendations and can influence the decision-makers within the group, who will determine priorities and information gaps for further collection and analysis. The Intelligence Analyst complies with policies and procedures in relation to collection, recording, evaluation, sharing, review, retention and disposal of information

The Intelligence Analyst ensures the appropriate use and maintenance of technical equipment required to support their work. Equipment, both technical and non-technical, must be used in compliance with legislation, health and safety regulations, and the NFIS Data Management Policy.

Work environment

Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) leads the management of Canada’s fisheries and the safeguarding of Canadian waters. We enforce laws and regulations aimed to protect our Fisheries and Oceans. We participate in public education and awareness programs to develop a greater awareness of the fishery resources and habitat protection, and you will find us on our three oceans, rivers and streams patrolling and monitoring the public’s activities. If you are passionate about the outdoors, and care about the environment, then this opportunity might be for you!

With over 10,000 dedicated employees in all sectors and 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 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.

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 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

Intent of the process

The first intent of this advertised process is to establish a pool of partially-qualified candidates to staff positions in Vancouver (British Columbia), Winnipeg (Manitoba), Moncton (New Brunswick), Burlington (Ontario), Québec (Québec). This pool may also be used to staff identical or similar positions in Halifax (Nova Scotia), Victoria (British Columbia), Ottawa (Ontario) or across Canada for various tenures, various language requirements and various security requirements which may vary according to the position being staffed.

Positions to be filled: 6

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

ED1: Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a field relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

EXP1: Significant* experience using computer software such as Microsoft Access, Excel, ArcGIS, Mapinfo, SPSS, i2, Analyst’s Notebook, iBase, Paradox, Palantir, Google Earth Pro, MindMapper, FalconView or an equivalent type of software in an analytic capacity.
EXP2: Experience conducting research and delivering analytical products in a workplace environment.
EXP3: Experience developing and maintaining working relationships with internal and external clients.

* Significant experience is understood to mean the depth and breadth of the experience normally associated with having performed a broad range of complex activities related to this task, which are normally acquired over a period of approximately (2) years.

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

EDUCATION

AED1: Successful completion of a course related to intelligence analysis.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

AEXP1: Experience performing duties in a dedicated intelligence analyst role.
AEXP2: Experience inspecting Fishing Industry Records (e.g. Logbooks, DMP forms, Purchase Slips or related documents).

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

Various language requirements
English essential
French essential
Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE

K1: Knowledge of intelligence led enforcement, including the intelligence cycle.
K2: Knowledge of emerging issues, risks and/or threats of the fisheries resources.
K3: Knowledge of Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s Role and Strategic Outcomes.

COMPETENCIES

C1: Strategic Thinking
C2: Communication
C3: Result oriented
C4: Collaborative work
C5: Values and Ethics

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

KNOWLEDGE

AK1: Knowledge of fish species, fishing gear, or fish products.

ABILITY

AAB1: Ability to manipulate data and extract information using Excel in an advanced manner.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

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.

Volume management tool may be used.

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.

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.