Navigation Protection Program Officer - ANTICIPATORY **Modif. closing date**

Important messages

***VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: It is the responsibility of the candidate to clearly outline that they meet each of the screening criteria (i.e. Education and Experience Qualifications, both Essential and Assets) in the screening questions. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that the requirement is met or to provide a listing of current responsibilities, rather the candidate must provide concrete, detailed examples that illustrate how and when they have met the requirement. Failure to do so could result in the application being rejected from the process.

Written communication will be assessed based on the information provided in you application.

All information pertaining to the invitation to tests or interviews will be sent by e-mail. Candidates who participate in this selection process must include an electronic e-mail address which accepts e-mails from unknown users (some e-mail systems block this kind of e-mail). THEREFORE, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO VERIFY YOUR E-MAIL AND/OR PSRS ACCOUNT ON A REGULAR BASIS FOR NEW COMMUNICATION REGARDING THIS SELECTION PROCESS.

Duties

Providing technical services in support of Regional NPP delivery, and enforcing relevant sections of the Navigation Protection Act (NPA); Reviewing project submission plans, specifications and technical data respecting construction or modification of structures, facilities and marine works, and identifying potential impacts, mitigation requirements; Planning and conducting inspections, investigations to determine navigability of waterways, hazards to navigation, threats to marine safety, compliance with prescribed protocols, and resolving complaints and contravention allegations pursuant to the NPA.

Work environment

TRANSPORT CANADA: A SMART CAREER MOVE!

Apply today for an opportunity to join Transport Canada. We are looking for dynamic candidates that will help shape and build the Transport Canada of tomorrow. The persons selected will have the opportunity to increase their experience and expertise. We look forward to hearing from you!

Transport Canada employs nearly 5,000 talented and motivated employees working in the Atlantic, Quebec, Ontario, Prairie and Northern, Pacific regions, and at our Ottawa Headquarters. We develop policies and enforces Acts and regulations that support transportation efficiency, safety, security, environmental responsibility, and align with global standards. Our vision is of a safe, secure, green, innovative and integrated transportation system that supports trade and economic growth, a cleaner environment and the well-being of Canada’s middle class. Our transportation agenda thrives to adopt new ways of thinking about how we deliver services and oversee the transportation system.
We are an employer that fosters employee well-being, provides an open and respectful workplace, competitive benefits and flexible work schedules that promote work-life balance.

Intent of the process

This process will be used to create a pool of qualified candidates for similar positions with various tenures (temporary, permanent), at Transport Canada, Quebec Region. Should the selected candidate already be a public servant, the pool could also be used for acting appointments.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 references.

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:
Successful completion of a program of study at a post-secondary institution in the following fields of study: engineering, engineering technology, hydrography, surveying, geomatics, construction, marine, environmental science or any other field related to position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
• Experience in the interpretation and enforcement of laws and regulations
• Experience in site inspections requiring data collection and information logging
• Experience in providing client services to stakeholders, organizations or to the public
• Experience in interpreting technical plans

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

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:
• Knowledge of the Navigation Protection Act (and other related laws and regulations)
• Knowledge of maritime navigation

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Commitment
• Excellence through results (Initiative)
• Values and ethics
• Reliability
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing
• Ability to communicate effectively orally
• Ability to interpret and enforce laws and regulations

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

ASSET - EXPERIENCE:
• Work experience of at least 1 year as a peace or law enforcement officer.
• Experience presenting to groups
• Experience in marine navigation and/or the operation of pleasure craft and/or commercial vessels
• Experience in the interpretation of technical drawings or cartographic documents (topographic and nautical charts)
• Experience in investigative file preparation
• Experience in testifying in Court

ASSET - SKILLS:
• Problem solving / decision making
• Impact and influence
• Critical thinking (Analysis)
• Interpersonal skill
• Service provision

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

As an equitable employer, we are committed to building a skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of Canada's population. We encourage designated employment equity group members to apply for and to self-identify with: women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities.

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS:
The Department of Transport Canada is committed to maximize employment opportunities for indeterminate employees who are affected by a workforce situation by providing them alternative employment. Transport Canada’s affected employees (or opting employees) who occupy a permanent position and who qualify in this process will be selected for appointment to fulfill the organizational needs of Transport Canada prior to any other person employed in the public service.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
• Willing and able to work overtime, as needed

Conditions of employment

• Security clearance - Reliability
• Hold a valid provincial or territorial driver's license
• Willing, and able, to travel by all modes of transportation, if necessary
• Willing, and able, to travel regionally or nationally for extended periods, as needed
• Willing, and able, to work alone in the field, if needed
• Willing, and able, to work in isolated or remote areas, as needed
• Willing, and able, to use protective equipment in accordance with safety rules

Other information

The client organization will accept online applications only.

All job applications must therefore be submitted through the jobs.gc.ca site. Following are some of the benefits associated with applying online:

Applicants can create a profile and a resume that can be used when applying for other processes without having to recreate a new application each time.
Applicants can modify their application/resume at any time BEFORE the closing date indicated on the job advertisement.
Applicants can verify the status of their applications, at any time.
Applicants can be notified electronically of tests or interviews and results.
For some jobs, applicants will find important information, namely the job questionnaire and a complete statement of merit criteria that are only available when applying online.

To submit an application online, please select the button "Apply Online" below.

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying online are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

Please ensure that your email address is on your application for correspondence. Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email.)

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

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.

IMPORTANT: Candidates must meet each essential qualifications to be appointed to the position. A candidate may be appointed to the position even though he/she does not meet any or all of the asset qualifications or organizational needs. However, meeting some of these criteria is desirable and may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed.

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.