Stream 1: PC-02 Staff Geologist | Stream 2: PC-03 District Geologist - Anticipatory

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*PREFERENCE GIVEN TO INUIT ENROLLED UNDER THE NUNAVUT AGREEMENT.

These positions are located in Iqaluit, Nunavut. The salary range for the PC-02 positions is from $68,891 to $82,590 and from $83,007 to $98,777 for the PC-03 positions, plus northern allowance (from $19,000 to $31,000 per year) and vacation travel assistance (approximately $2,000 to $3,000 per person (i.e. per employee and each of the eligible dependants), twice per year).

Candidates applying from outside of Iqaluit must be willing to relocate to Iqaluit. Relocation assistance is available. Applicants may wish to review the Relocation Directive for information : http://www.njc-cnm.gc.ca/directive/nrd-drc/index-eng.php.

In order to be considered for the position, you will have to answer screening questions. Your answer should clearly identify your role and explain relevant responsibilities and/or actions that you took. Additionally, please be sure to provide sufficient information regarding dates & duration, scope of work, project or job complexities (as appropriate). If applicable, please answer the screening questions pertaining to the asset qualifications (other qualifications). You are not required to possess the asset qualifications, but they may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed.

Duties

Staff Geologists (Stream 1) provide scientific and technical advice and geoscience information to external and internal clients; evaluate reports of work (assessment reports) for technical worth and compliance with the Nunavut Mining Regulations, subject to review by District Geologist or Manager, Mineral Resources; take an active role in reporting upon and promoting the geology and mineral potential of Nunavut; visit mines and exploration projects to improve own knowledge of mineral deposits in Nunavut; attend meetings, conferences, forums, and workshops to raise the profile of Nunavut; and write and edit scientific papers, contribute to general interest publications and deliver presentations at conferences and meetings.

District Geologists (Stream 2) provide scientific and technical advice and geoscience information to external and internal clients; evaluate reports of work (assessment reports) for technical worth and compliance with the Nunavut Mining Regulations; report upon and promote the geology and mineral potential of Nunavut; visit mines and exploration projects for monitoring and to improve own knowledge of mineral deposits in Nunavut; write and edit scientific papers, contribute to general interest publications, and deliver presentations at conferences and meetings; and develop, plan, and conduct geoscience research and report on the results of that research.

Work environment

Do you want to contribute to a team that makes a difference in the lives of Indigenous peoples and northern residents through the improvement of social well-being and economic prosperity and the development of healthier, more sustainable communities?

If so, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs (CIRNA) wants YOU to be a part of our team! Visit http://www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca/ for more information on what the department is doing.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is for indeterminate (permanent) appointments. It is, however, at the anticipatory stage.

A qualified pool of candidates resulting from this staffing process may be established and may be used to fill similar positions at Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and other Federal Departments and Agencies located in Nunavut.

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:

Streams 1 and 2
- 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.

*The term "degree" refers to a baccalaureate as established by educational authorities. The courses for the specialization must be acceptable and must have been taken at a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily within a degree program in the required specialization.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:

Streams 1 and 2
- Recent* experience in mineral exploration or geological field research methods.

*Defined as experience that was obtained within the last ten years.

Stream 2 only
- Experience working in geology or mineral exploration in Northern** Canada.

**Defined as those areas of Canada that lie north of the southern limit of discontinuous permafrost.

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE:

Streams 1 and 2
- Experience working in a cross-cultural environment, specifically as it relates to Inuit culture and values.
- Experience working in geology or mineral exploration in Nunavut.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:

Streams 1 and 2
- Knowledge of geology, geophysics, and geochemistry.
- Knowledge of economic geology.
- Knowledge of the geology of Nunavut.

Stream 1 only
- Knowledge of the techniques of geochemical and geophysical exploration.

Stream 2 only
- Knowledge of the techniques of geochemical and geophysical exploration, including those effective in barren land tundra.

ABILITIES:

Streams 1 and 2
- Ability to communicate orally.
- Ability to communicate in writing.
- Ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines.
- Ability to interpret and advise on regulations.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

Streams 1 and 2
- Effective interpersonal relationships
- Good judgement
- Initiative
- Values and Ethics

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

Streams 1 and 2

KNOWLEDGE:

- Knowledge of Nunavut’s regulatory environment as it relates to mineral exploration.

ABILITIES:

- Ability to communicate in Inuktitut.

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS

Indigenous Peoples: Preference given to Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

- Ability and willingness to work overtime and outside regular operating hours.

Conditions of employment

- Ability and willingness to travel on small aircrafts, helicopters, boats, snowmobiles, and all-terrain vehicles.
- Ability and willingness to travel from home base for extended periods.
- Reliability Status.
- Medical Clearance established for the position (if required).

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

* Please note that candidates who have applied for the Nunavut Regional Office Inventory do not need to apply as their application will be considered during this process.

All job applications must be submitted via the jobs.gc.ca site.

When considering candidates who meet the essential qualifications for a position in Nunavut, the following order of precedence applies:

1. Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement.
2. All other applicants.

Several methods of assessment may be used to assess potential candidates (written exam, interview, reference check, etc.).

Acknowledgement of receipt of applications will not be sent.

Applicants are entitled to participate in a selection process in the official language of their choice. The interview could also be provided in Inuktitut.

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.