PC-02 and PC-03 Scientist Casual Inventory *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 specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

When submitting an application to this selection process, no cover letter is required. You will be prompted to answer screening questions concerning the essential education and experience qualifications. It is your responsibility to provide clear and concrete examples in your responses to each question, including when (from-to), where (occupational title, organization) and how you obtained your education and experience. It is recommended that you describe the experience examples in specific terms, providing sufficient details so that the hiring managers can clearly understand. Describe the situation/task, the action you took, what you accomplished and/or what you learned. The content of your response must be supported by your resume as your responses to these questions will be used as a primary source of information and your resume will only be used to validate this information. Should you indicate in your response "please refer to resume" your application will be rejected. Lack of examples and details will result in your application being rejected as the hiring managers will have insufficient information to determine if the requirement is met.

This inventory is for casual employment. Casual employment is a temporary employment of 90 working days or less, in a calendar year, to meet needs arising from such contingencies as vacations, sick and training leaves, to conduct special projects that are anticipated but dependent of the availability of funds, etc.

NOTE: Casual appointments are excluded from the provisions of the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA). This means casual appointments will not be eligible to apply to internal appointment processes. In addition, the PSEA specifies that the number of days worked as a casual worker cannot exceed 90 days in a calendar year within the same department.

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:

All streams (PC-02 & PC-03)

• 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:
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

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Experience:

(Stream One: Expert Support)

• Recent* experience providing technical review and advice on contaminants and their impact on the aquatic environment as commonly associated with contaminated sites, mining operations or other large industrial development projects.

*Recent is defined by the depth and breadth of experience normally acquired over a period of 6 months or more within the last 3 years.

(Stream Two: Marine Programs)

• Experience* in scientifically characterizing, evaluating or assessing sediment quality.

*Experience is defined by the depth and breadth of experience normally acquired over a period of 1 year.

(Stream Three: Environmental Assessment)

• Recent* ‎experience reviewing, evaluating or preparing scientific or technical data, information or advice in the context of assessing environmental impacts and risks from large projects (e.g. infrastructure, energy, mining); such experience should demonstrate an understanding of federal (e.g., CEAA 2012), provincial, and/or territorial (i.e., YESAA) environmental assessment processes.

*Recent is defined by the depth and breadth of experience normally acquired over a period of 6 months or more within the last 3 years.

(Stream Four: Compliance Promotion)

• Recent* experience in implementing programs aiming at compliance with Regulations or other legal instruments related to environmental protection.
• Recent* experience in drafting scientific documents for educational or information purposes.

*Recent is defined by the depth and breadth of experience normally acquired over a period of 6 months or more within the last 3 years.

(Stream Five: Indigenous consultations)

• Recent experience in consulting with Indigenous groups regarding the potential effects of major industrial projects.

*Recent is defined by the depth and breadth of experience normally acquired over a period of 6 months or more within the last 3 years.

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

Abilities:

• Ability to communicate in writing.
• Ability to communicate orally.

Personal Suitabilities:

• Judgement;
• Analytical thinking;
• Initiative;
• Discretion;
• Attention to detail.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

• Willing and able to travel for business requirements as needed on short notice.
• Must be available to make on-site visits to industrial facilities and remote field sites.
• Willing and able to work overtime; and at times work weekends, statutory/provincial holidays and irregular hours.
• Consent to travel for training purposes.

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 designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

A test may be administered.

An interview may be administered.

Reference checks may be done in the future.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.