Reference Number
RSN19J-013780-000126
Selection Process Number
2019-RSN-EA-LMS-191923
Organization
Natural Resources Canada
Year
2019-2020
Days Open
27
Classification
ENSUR02, ENSUR03
City
Ottawa
Type
External
Total
100
Employment Equity
39
(39%)
Screened out
6
(6%)
Screened in
94
(94%)
Employment Equity 39% 39
Screened Out 6% 6
Screened In 94% 94
Women 20% 20
Visible minority 29% 29
Indigenous 0% 0
People with disabilities 0% 0
English 80% 80
French 20% 20
Citizens 65% 65
Permanent Residents 0% 0
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.
Only online applications will be accepted. Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line should contact 1-800-645-5605.
The Government of Canada is committed to building a skilled workforce that is representative of Canada's diversity, which includes the recruitment of Canadian Veterans and releasing Canadian Armed Forces personnel: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/public-service-jobs/canadian-armed-forces-members-veterans.html.
We encourage applicants to identify any abilities, competencies, and/or experiences acquired through employment with the Canadian Armed Forces where applicable.
Candidates must respond to the screening questions by providing concrete examples which illustrate how they meet the essential and asset qualifications. For this selection process, please do not include/submit a covering letter. Candidates must provide their resumé when submitting their application on GC jobs (Public Service Resourcing System - PSRS).
Please note that candidates will NOT be solicited for incomplete or missing information.
In addition, please note the following:
1) Your résumé will NOT be used for screening purposes and may only be used as a secondary source of validation. You must clearly demonstrate in your written responses to the online screening questions how you meet ALL of the essential education and experience qualifications. Providing information about how you meet the Asset Qualification(s) is optional, but recommended, as Asset Qualifications may be used as selection requirements for appointments.
2) When providing your answers in the online screening text boxes, it is not sufficient to simply state that the qualification is "met" or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Candidates must provide specific concrete detailed examples. Your example(s) should be specific and answer the question(s) posed.
3) Each response you provide must adhere to the stipulated format outlined below:
a) Provide a detailed description outlining how each qualification is met.
b) Your description must include where and how you obtained the required qualification.
c) Your description must also include when you obtained this required qualification (month-year to month-year).
4) Failure to clearly demonstrate through your answer how you meet the essential education and experience criteria will result in the rejection of your application.
The Geodetic Survey Division provides authoritative reference values, products and services available on-line for the integration of precise positioning and gravity measurements into national standards. These products serve as the common foundation for all mapping, charting, navigation, boundary demarcation, crustal deformation, and other georeferencing needs in Canada.
EN-SUR-02: As member of a project team, organize and conduct activities related to the development and operation of one or more geodetic techniques or methods such as: global satellite navigation systems, altimetry, gravity, geoid modeling or control network adjustment. Implement automated processes for the operation, maintenance and improvement of the Canadian Spatial Reference System (CSRS).
EN-SUR-03: Provide scientific knowledge and technical expertise to maintain and enhance solutions that support the use of the Canadian Spatial Reference System (CSRS) as the authoritative national standard for precise georeferencing. Collaborate with clients, partners and stakeholders in geomatics and the geosciences to facilitate the adoption of CSRS products and services.
At Natural Resources Canada, a Federal government job means developing leadership skills, fostering teamwork, and supporting creativity and innovation. We know it takes people from diverse pools of talent to make this happen. That is why we are looking for people like you. As an employee at Natural Resources Canada, you can enjoy diverse employment opportunities, a range of career development programs, and a learning culture that supports you to learn on an ongoing basis. We support balancing your work and private life by offering the benefits of flexible work arrangements.
The Canadian Geodetic Survey is a national centre of expertise that provides authoritative products and services supporting a broad range of geospatial needs, from surveying and mapping to monitoring crustal dynamics. With offices in Ottawa, CGS offers a working environment driven by science and technology where data from satellites and terrestrial sensors are integrated to improve high-precision geospatial applications. With a national mandate that supports a variety of scientific and professional users, CGS offers a stimulating environment for those interested in Earth sciences and geospatial solutions.
A pool of qualified candidates will be established through this process and may be used to staff identical or similar positions (full-time) at the EN-SUR-02 and EN-SUR-03 group and level within Natural Resources Canada with various tenures (determinate period or permanent), various language requirements (English Essential, French Essential, English or French Essential or Bilingual), various methods for staffing a bilingual position (imperative and/or non-imperative) and profile(s) (BBB/BBB, CBC/CBC, etc.), various security requirements (Reliability status or Secret clearance), various conditions of employment and in various locations.
Positions to be filled: Number to be determined
Your résumé.
►Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in land survey theory and practice or other related field such as geodesy, geomatics, geodetic sciences, remote sensing, geophysics, physics or mathematics. The degree must be obtained by end of June 2019.
Various language requirements
►English or French essential
►Bilingual imperative BBB/BBB, CBC/CBC
►Bilingual non-imperative CBC/CBC
Information on language requirements
►EN-SUR-02 - Approximately 2 years or more of experience in geodetic or geophysical data acquisition and/or analysis.
►EN-SUR-03 - Approximately 5 years or more of experience designing and developing geodetic and/or geophysical solutions.
EN-SUR-02 & EN-SUR-03:
►Knowledge of precise georeferencing concepts and supporting space-based technologies.
►Knowledge of the methods and practices for geodetic or geophysical data analysis.
EN-SUR-02:
►Ability to automate processes for the acquisition, analysis and distribution of geodetic and/or related information.
EN-SUR-03:
►Ability to develop and implement solutions for processing and combining geodetic and related data.
►Ability to plan and organize projects.
EN-SUR-02 & EN-SUR-03:
►Ability to collaborate to resolve technical and/or operational issues.
►Ability to communicate effectively orally.
►Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
EN-SUR-02 & EN-SUR-03:
►Thoroughness
►Dependability
►Diligence
►Initiative
►Masters or PhD in science from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in Geodesy or other related field.
►Degree, Diploma or Certificate in IT technology (i.e. programming, networks, databases, web) from a recognized post-secondary institution.
►Experience applying least-squares estimation methods to geodetic measurements.
►Experience processing precise GNSS data with scientific software (e.g. Gamit, Gipsy, Bernese, Napeos).
►Experience operating and managing geodetic networks.
►Experience with geoid or geodynamic modeling.
Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women
Information on employment equity
The Department of Natural Resources Canada is committed to having a skilled and diversified workforce representative of the population we serve. In support of our strategy to achieve employment equity goals, selection may be limited to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: women, Aboriginal persons, persons with a disability and members of visible minority groups.
Operational Requirements for fieldwork positions:
►Valid driver's license.
►Willing to travel and conduct fieldwork for periods of up to a few weeks.
►Willing and able to work overtime and on weekends occasionally.
Reliability Status security clearance - This factor is not used at the screening stage. The hiring department is responsible for the security clearance process.
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
All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the candidates.
Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.
You must provide proof of your education credentials and occupational certification. Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca/.
Random selection and/or top-down selection may be used at any time during the process to identify which applicants will be further assessed.
The breadth and depth of experience may be considered when selecting a candidate for appointment.
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.