Analyst, Environ. assessments /Specialist, conservation implementation /Specialist, protected areas

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Assessment accommodation

Analyst, Environmental assessments and Species at Risk Act (SARA) permits - Stream 1
Specialist, conservation implementation - Stream 2
Specialist, protected areas - Stream 3

Intent of the process

Staff 3 full-time indeterminate and term positions in the location indicated for this process.

A pool of qualified candidates may be created and could be used to staff similar positions with various tenures (indeterminate, term, acting, deployment, assignment or secondment) within ECCC.

Positions to be filled: 3

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, with acceptable specialization in physics, geology, chemistry, or other science relevant 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
All streams
E1.Experience in researching, analyzing and synthesizing information, writing technical documents, articles, opinions, recommendations, or scientific reports.

Stream 2
E2.Experience in organizing, taking part in and following up on meetings with various stakeholders in relation to scientific or conservation projects.
E3.Experience in developing agreements or arrangements with external stakeholders.

Stream 3
E4.Experience in planning and managing habitat, species at risk or migratory bird conservation initiatives, projects or programs.
E5.Experience in participating in multidisciplinary projects or programs involving external collaborators (various levels of government, NGOs, First Nations) related to conservation projects.

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION (FOR ALL STREAMS)
Master’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution, with an acceptable specialization in a field relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
ASSET FOR STREAM 1 & 2
AE1.Experience in delivering expertise or technical or scientific advice on the assessment of the environmental effects of proposed projects and their impact on migratory birds, species at risk, and their habitat in Canada.

ASSET FOR STREAM 2
AE2.Experience in engaging internal and external stakeholders.

ASSET FOR STREAM 3
AE3.Experience in planning or managing protected areas or lands.

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

Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE
All streams
K1.Knowledge of the main conservation issues in Quebec related to species at risk, migratory birds, and habitats.
K2.Knowledge of various stakeholders in the area of conservation and their roles and responsibilities.

Stream 1
K3.Knowledge of federal and provincial environmental assessment processes applicable to Quebec.

Stream 3
K4.Knowledge of Canadian laws related to the environment and wildlife.

ABILITY (FOR ALLSTREAMS)
A1.Ability to work effectively with others.
A2.Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
A3.Ability to set and manage priorities in order to achieve results.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY (FOR ALL STREAMS)
PS1.Teamwork
PS2.Initiative
PS3.Results-oriented
PS4.Thinking things through
PS5.Effective interpersonal relationships

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

KNOWLEDGE (ASSET)
FOR STREAM 1 & 2
K1.Knowledge of the Species at Risk Act.

FOR STREAM 2
K2.Knowledge of the acts, regulations and policies governing conservation and land management in Quebec.
K3.Knowledge of open standards in conservation and basic knowledge of conservation planning.

Must have a valid driver’s licence.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status 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

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.

Please identify clearly for which position(s) you are submitting an application.

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.

Please provide a valid e-mail address as all correspondence will be sent via e-mail. The onus is on the applicant to inform the contact person indicated in the General Inquiries section of any changes to this e-mail address.

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.