Water Resources Officer

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

You are an Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement? Preference will be given to you!

You hesitate to move? Well, you are entitled to relocation assistance. Furthermore, federal government housing may be available. See the Relocation Directive and the Isolated Posts and Government Housing Directive for more information:

http://www.njc-cnm.gc.ca/directive/d6/v11/en
http://www.njc-cnm.gc.ca/directive/d4/v237/en

In addition to salary, you are entitled to an isolated posts allowance. This can range from $18,000 to $33,000 per year, depending on the number of dependants, geographic location and whether the accommodation is provided by the Crown. You are also entitled to vacation travel allowance of approximately $2,000 to $3,000 twice a year for you and each eligible dependant.

Our benefits are not enough to convince you… Well, see what awaits you with us.

Duties

You will work as part of the Field Operations team, right in the heart of the action.

Your role will be to provide inspection, monitoring, enforcement and technical advice to our department, other government departments, non-governmental organizations, clients and all other stakeholders residing in the territory of Nunavut (particularly Inuit). This is to ensure education and compliance with federal laws on resource management, environmental protection and conservation.

You will therefore have to:

• Plan, conduct, and document inspections;

• Investigate acts of non-compliance, collect evidence for the preparation of court briefs and testify in court or at public hearings;

• Review, analyze, and evaluate environmental plans, reports and technical proposals;

• Respond to emergencies and spills related to water resources in the territory;

• Coordinate, conduct and report on studies and field surveys for the collection of biological, hydrometric, geotechnical and water quality data.

Work environment

The position to be staffed is located in Rankin Inlet, a warm community known for its artists and artisans. The beauty of Inuit art will fascinate you as much as the beauty of the wilderness. Many activities will allow you to enhance your experience in this vast territory.

Be involved in reconciliation between Inuit and government and contribute to the improvement of living conditions in the North within a dynamic team that has the interests of the communities at heart. Join our department, make your mark in Canadian history and make a difference to the people of the North!

As part of your work, you will have the opportunity to travel on small planes, helicopters, boats, snowmobiles, and all-terrain vehicles.

The regional office strongly believes in its workforce and offers a variety of development opportunities.

Do you want to work with us? See below if you have the profile we are looking for!

Intent of the process

We would like to hire a candidate for an indeterminate position located in Rankin Inlet. As there are other positions located in Iqaluit, Kugluktuk and Cambridge Bay, a pool of qualified candidates may be established to fill similar or identical positions in the future at Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC) or other federal departments and agencies located in Nunavut. Please note that the tenure or security requirements may vary.

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)

The following criteria will be assessed using your resume and the screening questions we ask you to complete online. To ensure that you are selected, you must demonstrate when, where and how you acquired each of the qualifications by giving concrete examples.

This is what we are looking for:

• A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Note : Be prepared to provide us with your proof of education later in the process.

Degree equivalency

• Experience providing scientific and technical advice, or briefing on environmental programs or projects.

• Experience in environmental inspections or field work.

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

The following criteria will be assessed using your resume and online screening questions. However, they are only assets, so you do not need to meet them to be selected, but preference could be given to those who have them.

Here are the assets we are looking for:

• A diploma in Resource Management or Environmental Sciences from a recognized post-secondary institution.

Degree equivalency

• Experience in collaborating with officials from the federal government, provincial/territorial governments, lndigenous groups, municipalities, or industry on environmental protection issues.

• Experience working in a northern environment.

• Experience working in a cross-cultural environment as it relates to Inuit culture and values.

• Knowledge of roles and responsibilities of government and institutes of public government in Nunavut.

• Knowledge of environmental legislation and regulations in Nunavut.

• Knowledge of inspection procedures and enforcement methods.

• Ability to communicate in lnuktut.

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

English essential
You will have to communicate, both in writing and orally, in English as part of your work.

Information on language requirements

These criteria are essential for the job, but they will be assessed later using different assessment methods (written exam, interview, reference check, etc.).

• Knowledge of environmental issues related to industrial and commercial development activities.

• Ability to conduct environmental inspections in extreme conditions or at remote sites across Nunavut.

• Ability to understand technical reports, environmental legislation, regulations or permits.

• Ability to effectively record observations.

• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

In addition to having the knowledge and abilities mentioned above, you are a dependable person who:

• Demonstrates judgment;
• Shows some initiative;
• Has effective interpersonal relationships.

Then apply! It's a person like you we need.

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

The operational requirements listed below may be requested, upon taking up the position.

• Firearm Possession and Acquisition License.

• Ability and willingness to work outside of regular working hours.

Conditions of employment

These conditions must be met on taking up the position and maintained throughout the employment.

• Ability and willingness to travel on small aircrafts, helicopters, boats, snowmobiles, and all-terrain vehicles.

• Ability and willingness to travel from home base for extended periods.

• Ability and willingness to work outdoors.

• Valid driver's license (minimum Nunavut Class 5 or equivalent).

The successful candidate will be required to obtain a Reliability Security Clearance and medical clearance prior to taking up the position.

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

You application must be submitted through the GC Jobs website.

No acknowledgement of receipt will be sent for your request. We will contact you as soon as the prescreening process is completed.

You have the right to participate in a selection process in the official language of your choice. Your interview could also be done in Inuktut. Do not hesitate to make a request.

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.