Regional Environmental Officer

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Information on accommodation for persons with disabilities

The language requirements in these positions are French Essential and Bilingual Imperative (which requires fluency in Canada's two official languages (English and French) in reading, writing and oral communication). Candidates may be officially tested on their language abilities early in this selection process, in advance of being assessed for other essential elements for this position i.e. the knowledge, abilities and personal suitability elements listed below.

Please refer to the information listed further down in this job advertisement on the specific language requirements for these positions, and refer to the included link to the Public Service Commission's (PSC) website on the Second Language Evaluation testing process. Potential applicants to this job opportunity are encouraged to complete the self-evaluation language tests available on the PSC website in advance of submitting their application to have a preliminary understanding of their communication capabilities in Canada' both official languages.

Candidates should note that a cover letter is not required for your application to this job opportunity. However, included in the application process is a series of questions on the essential and asset education and experience requirements listed on the job opportunity. Thorough responses to these questions are encouraged (within the noted word counts) to facilitate the screening of your application by the process selection board.

Work environment

The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) is the federal government agency responsible for administering sentences of a term of two years or more, as imposed by the court. CSC is responsible for managing institutions of various security levels and supervising offenders under conditional release in the community.

Intent of the process

Note on position locations :
This process is for anticipatory needs. These positions are currently located in Laval. Consideration may be given to successful candidates within commuting distances some to institutions in the Quebec Region, for example, located in or near : Cowansville, Drummondville, La Macaza, Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines, etc.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

EDUCATION

Graduation with a degree* from a recognized post-secondary institution, with acceptable specialization in environmental sciences or some other science (Engineering, Chemistry, Geology, Biology, etc.) relevant to the position.

* Degree : Unless it is otherwise specified (e.g., Master’s degree), the term “degree” refers to a baccalaureate as established by educational authorities.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

Experience in conducting investigative studies or compliance monitoring, and reporting on findings
Experience in implementing guidelines, procedures, or action plans on environmental issues
Experience in monitoring the application of laws and regulations pertaining to environmental activities

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Graduation with a Master’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in Environmental Sciences

EXPERIENCE

Experience in developing and implementing policies or procedures on environmental issues
Experience in environmental project management
Experience in delivering information sessions

Degree equivalency

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

Various language requirements
French essential
Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB

Information on language requirements

Second Language Writing Skills Self-Assessment
In order to help you decide if you should apply to a bilingual position, an optional self-assessment of your writing skills in your second official language is available for you to take before completing your application.

For more information, please consult:
Unsupervised Internet Test of Second Language Writing Skills

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of the Sustainable Development Strategy in effect and the environmental internal services directives of Correctional Service Canada.
http://www.csc-scc.gc.ca/publications/005007-8601-eng.shtml
http://www.csc-scc.gc.ca/acts-and-regulations/005006-0001-eng.shtml
Knowledge of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) and its regulations.
Knowledge of the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act (CEAA) and environmental impact assessments

ABILITIES

Ability to conduct environmental investigations
Ability to develop and supervise environmental projects
Ability to respond to multiple requests and meet tight deadlines
Ability to monitor compliance with policies and standards
Ability to communicate effectively orally
Ability to communicate effectively in writing

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

Effective interpersonal relationships
Judgement
Initiative

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

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS

Placement of Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) employees affected by workforce adjustment.

Increased representation of Employment Equity groups:
Achieving a representative workforce has been identified an Organizational Need and may be applied in this appointment process. Applicants must complete the Employment Equity portion of the CREATE/MAINTAIN PROFILE identifying themselves as a person of an EE group in their application through GC jobs in order to be considered to meet the Organizational Need in this process.

Conditions of employment

Reliability level security clearance
Possession of a valid driver’s license (class 5 QUE)
Willingness and ability to travel and visit and inspect work in correctional institutions

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

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.