Aquatic Science Technician III

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

Important financial information:
Successful candidates may be eligible for staff housing and the reimbursement of some relocation costs.
Isolated Post Allowances (Northern Allowance) ranges from $23,920 to $35,931, which is based on if the employee has dependents or is occupying staff housing.
Vacation Travel Assistance is provided twice per year for each eligible member of the household.

When submitting an application to this selection process, you will be prompted to answer screening questions concerning the essential education, and the essential and asset 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 Assessment Board can clearly understand. Describe the situation/task, the action you took, what you accomplished and/or what you learned. Content of your response must be supported by your CV/resume as your responses to these questions will be used as a primary source of information and your CV/resume will only be used to validate this information. Should you indicate in your response "please refer to CV/resume" your application may be rejected. Lack of examples and details may result in your application being rejected as the Assessment Board will have insufficient information to determine if the requirement is met.

Work environment

Fisheries and Oceans Canada is responsible for policies and programs in support of Canada's economic, ecological and scientific interests in oceans and inland waters; for the conservation and sustainable utilization of Canada's fisheries resources in marine and inland waters; for leading and facilitating federal policies and programs on oceans; and for safe, effective and environmentally sound marine services responsive to the needs of Canadians in a global economy.

Intent of the process

Positions to be filled:
1 permanent position in Inuvik, NT
1 term position in Inuvik, NT

The anticipated number of positions that may be staffed with this advertised process is two (2); however, a pool of qualified candidates will be established through this staffing process and may be used to staff similar positions with different tenures within Fisheries and Oceans Canada in the Central and Arctic Region.

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)

Secondary School diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience.

Degree equivalency

• Experience in the field collection of biological data from marine or other aquatic environments
• Experience providing logistical and operational support to field camps.
• Experience using word processing and spreadsheet software
• Experience operating boats

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

• Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a natural, physical or applied science with specialization in biology, environment, natural resources or a related field.

Degree equivalency

• Experience operating snowmobiles
• Experience in troubleshooting routine mechanical problems with small engines and with routine maintenance.
• Experience working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
• Boat safety training – SVOP and MED A1
• Experience writing with technical or scientific documents

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

• Knowledge of fin fish and marine mammals that are found north of the Arctic Circle in the Northwest Territories and Yukon.

• Ability to communicate orally
• Ability to communicate in writing
• Ability to plan and organize

• Teamwork
• Initiative
• Dependability
• Attention to detail

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

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity group: Aboriginal persons

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

• Medical Suitability, Isolated Post Medical required
• Valid Driver’s Licence
• Willingness to work overtime including evenings and weekends.
• Willingness to travel.
• Willingness to work outdoors sometimes for extended periods in all weather conditions and in remote areas.

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 variety of assessment tools may be used in the assessment of candidates, such as: written test, oral interview, and/or reference checks. Some assessment tools may be administered electronically, others, in-person or over the telephone.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

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

PLEASE NOTE: For this selection process, our intention is to communicate with applicants by e-mail and PSRS. Applicants who apply to this selection process must ensure their email address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users.

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

Fisheries and Oceans Canada has an Accommodation Policy and will accommodate up to the point of undue hardship for the duration of the selection process, and upon any offer of employment, for the performance of duties in the position.

An alternative format (such as Braille) of this notice is available upon request.

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

Successful candidate(s) must meet and maintain the Conditions of Employment throughout their employment.

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.