Operational Requirement Analyst

Update: Amendment to closing date

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request special accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Information on accommodation for persons with disabilities

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

Operational Requirement Analysts (CCG) provide key professional support for all aspects of Coast Guard programs and services including; Search and Rescue, Environmental Response, Aids to Navigation, Waterways, Marine Communications and Traffic Services, Icebreaking, the Abandoned, Wrecked and Derelict Vessel program, Operational Personnel, Exercising and Training, and requirements for a diverse and multipurpose fleet of vessels and aircraft.

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

The positions to be staffed are located in Ottawa and the intent is to staff them indeterminately. However, a list of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff similar positions with various tenures (indeterminate, term, acting, assignment, secondment, etc.), various language requirements and security requirements.

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)

In this part of the assessment, you will need to demonstrate in the screening questions how you meet the criteria below. Do not forget to provide concrete examples of your work experience.

Education:
Secondary school diploma or higher or an acceptable combination of education, training and experience related to the position.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a maritime work function defined as at sea or ashore supporting marine activity.
Experience in analyzing information and preparing reports on maritime operational activities.
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the delivery of programs at sea or ashore supporting marine activity.
Experience in the development of at least one of the following:
- Statements of operational requirements (SOR);
- Operational standards;
- Concept of operations (Con Ops);
- Work instruction documents (procedures).

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

The criteria below are asset qualifications, as such they are not essential to the positions to be staffed. However, it would be “nice to have” as a candidate. Let us know if you meet some of these by answering the questions in your application.

Education:
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization or training in the field related to the position.
Possession of a Marine Certificate of competency issued by Transport Canada or the Canadian Coast Guard, for example, a Transport Canada Watchkeeping Mate certificate or a Command certificate.
Possession of a Marine Communications et Traffic Services Officer certificate.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
Two (2) years of field level operational experience in one of the delivery of Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) programs:
- Search and Rescue (SR);
- Environmental Response (ER);
- Ice Breaking (IB);
- Marine Communications and Traffic Services (MCTS);
- Aids and Navigation (ATON).
Experience in supervision including management of employee work tasks, leave, discipline, training plans and performance evaluation.

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

Various language requirements

Information on language requirements

Ability:
Ability to analyze information and make recommendations to management.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to prepare and lead presentations.
Ability to work under pressure.

Personal suitability:
Teamwork
Focus on results
Dependability
Leadership
Judgment

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Secret security clearance

Willingness and ability to travel.
Willingness and ability to work overtime on short notice.
May have to wear uniform.
Willingness and ability to work at various locations which may include vessels, aircraft and operational incident command posts for short periods.

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 will be sought.

An interview will be administered.

A written examination may be administered.

All qualifications may be assessed throughout the process.

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

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

The Public Service of Canada recognizes that the diversity of its employees' population contributes to its strength and integrity. We are committed to achieving employment equity and developing a highly capable workforce that is representative of Canadian Society. We therefore encourage women (especially in non-traditional occupations), Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups to apply and declare themselves as part of one or more of the above mentioned Employment Equity Designated Groups.

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

If you have a Personal Record Identifier (PRI), please ensure that it is included in your application/resume.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

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.

Our intention is to communicate with candidates via email. Candidates who apply on this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and to make sure that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). It is the candidate’s responsibility to provide any changes to their personal information to the contact indicated on this job advertisement.

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.