Manager, Protected Areas and Stewardship

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Assessment accommodation

Intent of the process

The intent of this selection process is to staff one (1) indeterminate PC-04 position. A pool of qualified candidates will be established and could be used to fill similar positions within Environment and Climate Change Canada in the Quebec Region. The profile and language requirements, security level and the duration of the duties may vary depending on the position to be staffed.

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)

EDUCATION
A degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in physics, geology, chemistry or other science related to the position.

Note:
Candidates must always have a degree. Specialization courses must be acceptable and have been taken at a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily within a degree program in the required field of specialization.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE :
E1. Significant experience* in managing human, financial resources and in supervising a multidisciplinary team of professionals.
E2. Experience in developing and implementing programs in one or more of the following areas in Quebec: environment, wildlife, natural resource management, conservation and biodiversity.
E3. Significant experience* in negotiating or establishing partnerships with governmental, non-governmental or Indigenous organizations, including consultations or information discussions on government policies, regulations or initiatives.
E4. Experience in managing projects.
E5. Experience in providing strategic advice, guidance and recommendations and/or direction to senior management and in representing the employer in external forums.

* Significant experience means experience obtained by the candidate and representative of the depth and breadth of experience that would normally have been gained performing the duties for a period of approximately two years.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:
K1. Knowledge of the main challenges/issues related to wildlife conservation in Quebec.

ABILITIES:
A1. Ability to prepare briefing notes, presentations, reports or other material for senior executives.
A2. Ability to mobilize people and obtain their cooperation
A3. Ability to manage multiple priorities within established deadlines.
A4. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
PS1. Leadership
PS2. Analytical ability
PS3. Judgment
PS4. Effective interpersonal relationships
PS5. Strategic thinking
PS6. Results-oriented

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

AED. Master’s degree or Doctorate from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization relevant to the duties of the position, such as management

Degree equivalency

Experience in leading an operational program.

AK1. Knowledge of habitat protection programs administered by the Canadian Wildlife Service

- Possession of a valid driver’s license

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

- Willingness and ability to travel
- Willingness to work overtime when required, often on short notice

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

Please provide a valid e-mail address as correspondence will sent via e-mail whenever possible.

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

An assignment, secondment, or acting appointment requires approval of your supervisor.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

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

Achieving the pass mark is not a guarantee of appointment or to be considered to a subsequent step of the process as management could use a top-down approach to manager the volume of candidates.

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.