Institutional Environmental Officer

Update: Closing date extended.

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

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Information regarding the location of positions:
In the Pacific Region - Abbotsford, William Head Institution on Vancouver Island
In the Ontario Region - Campbellford, Kingston
In the Prairie Region - locations within commuting distances to institutions, including but not limited to:
- Prince Albert and Saskatoon (Saskatchewan)
- Edmonton, Red Deer and Calgary (Alberta)

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

This is an anticipatory selection process. This process will be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates that may used to staff various EG-05 positions (English Essential only) with various tenures (Indeterminate, Term, Acting, Secondment, Assignment) and various locations within Correctional Service Canada.

Positions to be filled: 3

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

EDUCATION

EED1: Post-secondary graduation in a field of environmental sciences, environmental studies, sustainability, environmental management, environmental engineering technology, or an acceptable combination of education (at minimum, a secondary school diploma), training and experience in a field related to the above.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

EEX1: A minimum of two years of experience in coordinating and implementing environmental initiatives or environmental sustainability projects
EEX2: Recent* experience in conducting environmental compliance audits and preparation of monitoring reports
EEX3: Experience in providing advice to management on environmental performance

Note:
*Recent experience is defined as being within the last three (3) years.

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

AED1: Degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Studies, Sustainability, Environmental Management, Energy Management, or Environmental Engineering Technology from a recognized post-secondary institution, or in some other field relevant to the position

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

AEX1: Experience in providing training, instruction, or awareness sessions related to environmental compliance or management
AEX2: Experience in developing procedures on environmental issues
AEX3: Experience in implementing environmental policies
AEX4: Experience related to Wastewater or Water Treatment Plant processes, operations, or management

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE

EK1: Knowledge of federal environmental legislation
EK2: Knowledge of CSC's Internal Service Directives, Environmental Guidelines and Sustainable Development Strategy
EK3: Knowledge of the Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality

ABILITIES

EA1: Ability to analyze problems, evaluate solutions and make sound recommendations to management
EA2: Ability to monitor environmental programs for effectiveness and compliance
EA3: Ability to prioritize workload
EA4: Ability to communicate effectively orally
EA5: Ability to communicate effectively in writing

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

EPS1: Effective interpersonal relationships
EPS2: Tact
EPS3: Initiative
EPS4: Judgment

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

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS

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 their on line application through GC Jobs in order to be considered to meet the Organizational Need in this process.

Conditions of employment

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Reliability and Security - Reliability status
Willingness and ability to work in correctional institutions
Willingness and ability to travel
Possession of a valid driver’s license

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

***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) by responding to the screening questions in the online application. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that the requirement is met or to provide a listing of current responsibilities, rather you must provide concrete examples that illustrate how you meet the requirement. Lack of examples and details may result in your application being rejected as the Assessment Board will have insufficient information to determine whether or not you meet the qualifications.

You will be required to indicate which location(s) you are applying to as part of your application. Please ensure to respond accurately.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

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

An exam will be administered.

An interview will be administered.

Reference checks will be sought.

Only online applications will be accepted.

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.