Property Officer

Important messages

Candidates must clearly demonstrate in the screening questions how they meet the education AND experience criteria listed in the essential AND asset qualifications (if applicable). 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

• Manages real property projects and liases with such partners as Public Services & Procurement Canada, Department of Justice, the Province of NL and others involved in the legal conveyance of property.
• Provides guidance to staff, Harbour Authorities and members of the public on property related matters.
• Assists in the development of the Small Craft Harbours real property acquisition and divestiture programs.
• Leads and/or participates in public meetings relating to property acquisition or divestiture projects
• Provides guidance, technical advice and recommendations to management, staff, and public interest groups on general property matters and site specific issues.
• Negotiates real property arrangements with various levels of government and local interest groups.
• Maintains an accurate property asset data using databases and inventory management systems.
• Prepares and reviews documents such as transfer agreements, memorandums of understanding, grants, licences, bills of sale, etc.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to create a pool of qualified candidates. The pool may be used to fill this and similar positions on an indeterminate, term, acting, or an assignment basis. The position will be located in St. John’s, NL

Positions to be filled: 1

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

Graduation from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in land/property administration, urban planning, engineering, geomatics, land survey or other field of study relevant to the position; or an acceptable combination of skills, education and experience*.

* An “acceptable combination of skills, education and experience” is defined as: 1. the completion of any post-secondary training program of at least 2-years in duration from a recognized post-secondary institution and 2. direct and recent experience (of at least 36 continuous months within the last 10 years) in acquiring, divesting or managing real property holdings in a government or corporate environment.

Degree equivalency

Experience

Experience in either the acquisition or divestiture of real property or in managing a portfolio of real property holdings; in a government or corporate environment.

Experience in reviewing and interpreting legal survey plans, legal descriptions and survey reports.

Experience in conducting negotiations and establishing partnerships with stakeholders.

Experience in managing budgets in a professional environment.

Experience in providing advice and recommendations to a supervisor or manager on complex matters.

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

Asset Qualifications

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in land/property administration, urban planning, engineering, geomatics or land survey or other field of study relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

Certification in Project Management. from a recognized post-secondary institution

Recent experience (within the last 5 years) in using AutoCAD in a professional setting

Recent experience (within the last 5 years) in using Geographic Information System (GIS) in a professional setting

Experience in working with and producing plans, surveys, maps or aerial photographs.

Experience in leading public meetings

Knowledge of issues associated with acquiring land in rural Newfoundland and Labrador.

Operational Requirement

Willingness and ability to travel.
A valid driver's license.
Must be willing and able to work occasional overtime.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge

Knowledge of federal policy relating to the divestiture of surplus federal Real Property.

Abilities

Ability to prioritize work activity and to meet deadlines.

Ability to review and analyze data for the purpose of generating recommendations.

Ability to communicate effectively orally

Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Personal Suitability

Initiative
Judgment
Problem-Solving
Effective interpersonal relationships
Dependability

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

Organizational Needs

While all are invited to apply, in support of achieving a diversified workforce, preference may be given to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Persons with a Disability, Visible Minorities, and Women.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Other information

E-mail correspondence will be used as the main method of communication for this selection process; therefore, please provide a valid e-mail address.

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

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A written knowledge test may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials and occupational certification (original documents only).

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

If applicable please clearly identify your substantive group and level/employment status/Personal Record Identifier (PRI) on your CV and/or application form.

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

As an equal opportunity employer, Fisheries and Oceans Canada is committed to accommodating the needs of persons with disabilities. If you have any health or physical limitations, which may adversely affect your performance during any phase of the appointment process, please identify any accommodation needed.

Please note that it is the responsibility of the candidate to advise the Regional staffing representative of any requirement for accommodation. Should you decide to proceed with the assessment without due accommodation, there will not be an opportunity to request accommodation after the fact and you must accept the assessment results.

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.

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.