Biologist - Species at Risk Recovery Planning

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Intent of the process

Anticipatory process. 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: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

EDUCATION
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in biological science or environmental science specializing in animal or plant ecology or in a field related to faunal or floral habitats.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
E1.A minimum of nine (9) months of cumulative experience in coordinating or carrying out at least one scientific study relating to fauna or flora or their habitats, including the planning step of the project.
E2.Work experience in a team that is in charge of elaborating recovery planning documents for fauna or flora species at risk, or in a recognized recovery planning team.

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

AED1.Master’s degree or PhD from a recognized post-secondary institution in biological science or environmental science with a specialization in animal or plant ecology or in a field related to faunal or floral habitats.

Degree equivalency

AE1.Experience in identifying, developing and prioritizing recovery approaches for fauna or flora species at risk or their habitats with a view to resolving conservation issues.

AK1.Knowledge of the recovery planning process for endangered, threatened or extirpated species in Canada and the management planning process for species of special concern under the Species at Risk Act.

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

Various language requirements
French Essential
Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES
A1.Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
A2.Ability to analyze and synthesize information that is diverse in nature, including scientific and regulatory information.
A3.Ability to provide recommendations and scientific advice.
A4.Ability to work in a constructive manner in the context of a decisional process based on consensus.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY
PS1.Effective interpersonal skills.
PS2. Sense of responsibility.
PS3. Thoroughness.
PS4. Resilience.

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

• Willing to travel for organizational needs by air, rail or road.
• Willing to work overtime on request.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - Must possess a valid driver’s licence.

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. The best fit could be chosen along with the employment equity.

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(s) of their choice.

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

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.