Environmental Advisor

Update: Extension to the closing date (June 22)

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

*** ONLY ON LINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED ***

All job applications must therefore be submitted through the GC Jobs website. To submit an application on-line, please select the button "Apply Online" below.

Persons who cannot apply online or persons with disabilities preventing them from applying online are asked to inform the contact persons responsible for this process and to contact 1-800-645-5605 prior to the closing date.

Candidates must clearly demonstrate in the screening questionnaire how they meet the education and experience criteria listed in the Essential Qualifications 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 résumé" will not be accepted and may result in your application being rejected.

Work environment

Our office is located at 73 Leikin Dr in Ottawa, Ontario (Barrhaven). We offer complimentary parking, convenient access to bus routes immediately outside of the building and free access to on-site and state of the art fitness training facilities.

Intent of the process

The immediate need is to staff two positions on an indeterminate basis, with linguistic profiles of bilingual imperative BBB/BBB and CBC/CBC and an RCMP Enhanced Reliability security clearance

A pool of candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar positions within the RCMP on an indeterminate or specified period (including term, acting, or assignment) basis, with various linguistic profiles and various RCMP security clearances.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

► Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in physics, geology, chemistry or some other science relevant to the position.
Note: Examples of other specializations relevant to this position are: biology, engineering, environmental science, etc.

Degree equivalency

► Recent* and significant** experience working on environmental compliance, management of contaminated sites (assessment or remediation) or environmental assessment.
► Experience in developing or analyzing environmental documentation, policies, or written correspondence.
► Experience in delivering environmental projects, activities or audits.
► Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

Note:
* Recent experience refers to the performance of the duties within the last five (5) years.
** Significant is defined as the depth and breadth of experience typically obtained through a combination of education, work or training, over a period of approximately three (3) years.

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

Various language requirements
Bilingual imperative BBB/BBB
Bilingual imperative CBC/CBC
English Essential

Information on language requirements

► Knowledge of federal environmental legislation.
► Knowledge of the federal government’s agenda and direction on sustainability and climate change resiliency.
► Knowledge of environmental program management.

► Ability to analyze complex environmental situations to formulate options and recommendations.
► Ability to communicate effectively orally.
► Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
► Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities in order to meet specific deadlines.

► Sound judgment
► Effective interpersonal skills
► Dependability
► Initiative
► Leadership

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

Operational Requirements:
► Willingness and ability to travel occasionally.
► Willingness and ability to work overtime on occasion.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - RCMP Enhanced Reliability Status

All applicants for positions within the Royal Canadian Mounted Police will be subject to a thorough security clearance process which includes an interview wherein questions may include (but not limited to), reference checks, previous employment, on-line activities, credit checks, alcohol and/or drug use.

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

A written exam may be administered.

An interview may be administered.

Reference checks may be sought.

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.

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

You must provide proof of education credentials. If you obtained your degree outside Canada, it is your responsibility to demonstrate its equivalence, please take a look at the following link for more information : http://www.cicic.ca/383/foreign-credential-recognition.canada

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.

Indeterminate employees at the same group and level, or equivalent may be considered for deployment, assignment/secondment prior to the assessment of other applicants.

Please identify clearly your substantive group and level and your employment status on your resume and/or application form.

Our means of communication with applicants is via e-mail. Please ensure to include a functional e-mail address, which will accept messages from unknown users (some e-mail systems block these types of e-mails). It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.

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.