Aquatic Science Technician IV

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 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.

Intent of the process

This is a full-time indeterminate position. The anticipated number of position(s) that may be staffed with this advertised process is one (1); however, a pool of qualified candidates may be established through this staffing process and may be used to staff similar positions with different tenures (i.e. on a term, acting or an indeterminate basis).

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Diploma or degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a natural or applied science with specialization in a field relevant to the duties of the position.

Degree equivalency

Experience leading field or laboratory projects
Experience with collection and identification of freshwater fishes, where collection includes more than one collection method
Experience with processing of fish samples in a laboratory
Experience in the field collection of one or more of phytoplankton, zooplankton, benthic invertebrate, or water chemistry samples
Experience in the lab processing of one or more of phytoplankton, zooplankton, benthic invertebrate, or water chemistry samples
Experience in the use of specialized equipment in the field (ex. Sondes, telemetry equipment, current meters, hydroacoustics gear, among other possibilities)
Experience in operating small boats or canoes
Experience in data input and data entry validation
Experience in use of spreadsheet or database software
Experience with basic statistical analyses and presentation of data
Experience with contributing to the production of scientific journal publications or technical reports

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

Pleasure Craft Operator Card
CPR and First Aid certificates
Electrofishing Certificate

Experience trailering and launching small vessels
Experience in troubleshooting and repairing small engines and/or powered field sampling equipment (i.e. outboard motors, ATVs, snowmobiles, pumps, or other applicable field gear)
Experience serving as a member of a workplace committee
Experience in taxonomic identification of one or more of phytoplankton, zooplankton, and benthic invertebrates
Experience in the maintenance and calibration of aquatic sciences field and/or laboratory equipment
Experience in the safe use and storage of chemicals in an institutional laboratory
Experience in fish ageing techniques
Experience using purchasing processes in a workplace setting

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Ability to communicate orally
Ability to communicate in writing - * The ability to communicate in writing will be assessed using the written material submitted during the application process.*


Judgement
Attention to Detail
Effective Interpersonal Skills
Dependability

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

Ability to plan and lead field sampling trips
Ability to organize, present, and interpret biological data

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - Reliability Security Clearance

Valid Driver’s License (Ontario G class or equivalent)
Valid Health Canada Class III medical certificate, including ECG
Willingness and ability to work outdoors under all weather conditions
Willingness and ability to conduct field work in remote locations
Willingness and ability to participate in surveys aboard research vessels
Willingness and ability to work shift work and overtime, often on short notice
Willingness and ability to travel within Canada and internationally, for extended periods
Willingness and ability to engage in moderately strenuous physical activity and lift/lower moderately heavy equipment (18-25 kg)

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.