Environmental Officer

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Assessment accommodation

SCREENING QUESTIONS
It is not sufficient to only state that the qualification is met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. You must provide concrete examples to demonstrate that the qualification is met. You are encouraged to describe in detail when, where and how you gained the experience. Resumes will only be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described in the letter.

Duties

The successful candidate will join Transport Canada’s Environmental Programs team as an Environmental Advisor. A high level of initiative and strategic thinking are required as you lead environmental projects within our project management regime. The key duties of the position involve reviewing and analysing project proposals, environmental assessments and technical documents submitted under the various regulatory frameworks in the region. You will collaborate with Transport Canada’s technical experts and other federal and provincial/territorial bodies as well as supporting environmental protection and awareness initiatives. Daily activities involve reviewing submissions, planning and leading meetings (internal and external), consolidating input from other branches, writing briefing notes and preparing written submissions and presentations.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff one position in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

A pool of qualified candidates may be established to staff similar positions with various tenures (indeterminate, term, deployment, assignment, secondment or acting opportunities) or locations within Transport Canada (TC).

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)

ED: Graduation from a recognized university with acceptable specialization in environmental sciences, environmental studies, ecology, biology, chemistry, geology, environmental engineering or other science directly related to the position.

Degree equivalency

EX1: Experience in planning, implementing, or managing projects relating to environmental assessment OR environmental protection OR contaminated sites management.
EX2: Experience in analyzing technical reports relating to environmental assessment OR environmental protection OR contaminated sites management.
EX3: Experience in providing technical advice on matters relating to environmental assessment OR environmental protection OR contaminated sites management.
EX4: Experience in interpreting environmental legislation.

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

AEX1: Experience in consulting with federal and provincial government representatives and industry on environmental issues.
AEX2: Experience working within the federal regulatory framework (legislation, regulations or policies) related to environmental assessment or environmental protection or contaminated sites management.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

K1: Knowledge of environmental assessment OR environmental protection OR contaminated sites management procedures and practices.
K2: Knowledge of the regulatory framework (legislation, regulations or policies) related to environmental assessment OR environmental protection OR contaminated sites management.

A1: Ability to analyze and interpret technical reports and provide recommendations.
A2: Ability to run effective meetings.
A3: Ability to communicate effectively orally.
A4: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
A5: Ability to manage a workload and set priorities.

PS1: Initiative
PS2: Judgment
PS3: Dependability
PS4: Effective interpersonal relationships
PS5: Strategic Thinking

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

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Must be willing and able to work overtime.
Must be willing and able to travel by air, marine and surface.
Possession of 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.

Information on employment equity

COMMUNICATION
Communication with candidates for this process will be via email/PSRS. It is your responsibility to ensure accurate contact information is provided (and updated as required) and accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email).

Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally: All written and verbal communication obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, will be used to evaluate the candidates. For instance, e-mails, phone calls, phone messages, screening questions, résumés and/or interview (but not limited to). If a candidate does not respond to certain communications, their application may be interpreted as automatically withdrawn from the process.

ASSESSMENT – RESCHEDULING
Rescheduling will only be dealt with on a case-by-case basis. Supporting documentation will be required at the time of your request to be rescheduled.

Possible reasons for alternate assessment dates:
· Medical reason with doctor's certificate;
· Death in the immediate family;
· Professional obligation (proof required);
· Confirmation of pre-approved travel plans; or
· Religious reasons.

ASSESSMENT – TRAVEL EXPENSES
Candidates will be responsible for travel expenses related to evaluation purposes.

ASSESSMENT – REFERENCE CHECKS
Those selected for assessment should be prepared to provide the names and contact information of recent references (recent is defined as within the last 2 years):

References must be available, have an in-depth knowledge of your work/projects, and must be able to answer specific questions pertaining to your experience, achievements and strengths.

References that are not reachable and/or not available are lowering the candidates’ chances to be found fully qualified and be considered for appointment. When providing names of references, it is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are available to respond in a timely manner.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Transport Canada is on the Forbes 2019 list of Canada’s best employers.

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.