Aquatic Science Technician IV *** (AMENDED CLOSING DATE)

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Duties

• Planning logistics, identifying, organizing and preparing equipment and instrumentation, and providing technical support for field and laboratory scientific studies and projects within a specialized field of aquatic science.

• Collecting, processing, validating and analyzing field/laboratory or survey samples/data, providing technical support and advice, and the analysis of results for inclusion in project reports and scientific manuscripts.

• Operating, testing, calibrating and maintaining specialized technical instrumentation and equipment, techniques and methodologies for the conduct of field and laboratory studies to meet project objectives.

• Maintaining databases, validating, inputting and manipulating data, and utilizing a variety of software applications for statistical and preliminary data analyses and the production of summary reports.

• Serving as technician-in-charge of assigned field, laboratory or at-sea scientific projects and initiatives.

• Participating in the planning and administration of proposed projects and the projected utilization of unit resources, the identification and procurement of goods and services, and the preparation of reports and scientific manuscripts.

• Providing technical advice and information to managers, colleagues, stakeholders and collaborators, and special interest groups respecting data quality and products, equipment and methodologies, validation of data, and project/survey goals and objectives.

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.

About the position:
The incumbent will be joining a dynamic research group studying the health of freshwater ecosystems across the Central and Arctic Region. The position specifically involves the modeling of riverine fish habitat. Model results are used to assess the potential impacts of industrial activities (e.g. hydroelectric development) or other factors (e.g. climate change), and to provide policy relevant science advice that is protective of fish habitat. The position involves a mixture of field, laboratory and office work.

Intent of the process

This is a full-time term 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)

- Graduation with a degree or diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in engineering, hydrology, environmental engineering or related field.

Degree equivalency

- Experience collecting hydrological data from river systems, including performing hydrometric surveys and field work and using field equipment (including total station, echo sounders, and velocimeter).
- Experience using recognized sampling methods to monitor flow and other related parameters including but not limited to depth and velocity.
- Experience in field equipment maintenance and calibration.
- Experience following field instructions or manuals.
- Experience using statistical methods and computer-based software packages to manage and analyze data.

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

- Graduation from a recognized university with specialization in engineering, hydrology, environmental engineering or related field.

Degree equivalency

- Experience working with aboriginal or stakeholder groups.
- Experience planning and leading field work
- Experience conducting field work in remote locations and during the winter.
- Experience with contributing to the production of scientific journal publications or technical reports.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

- Knowledge of the fluvial geomorphology and hydrology of freshwater riverine systems.
- Knowledge of statistical and modelling techniques used to analyze research data.

- Ability to communicate orally
- Ability to communicate in writing

- Effective interpersonal skills
- Judgement
- Dependability

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

- Knowledge of the principles of Instream Flow Needs.
- Knowledge of freshwater fish ecology and habitat needs.

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 as required by the position
- Willingness to travel by both air and ground transportation.
- Willingness to work overtime.
- Willingness work outdoors in all weather conditions and in isolated terrain
- 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 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 exercise, oral interview, and 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.

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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.