Fishery Officer Trainee

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

Nunavut positions: Nunavut Inuit (beneficiaries of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement) will be considered ahead of other applicants (including persons with priority entitlement and Veterans).

Important financial information:
• Successful candidates may be eligible for staff housing and the reimbursement of relocation costs.
• Isolated Post Allowances (Northern Allowance) range from $19,000 to $31,000, which is based on if the employee has dependents or is occupying staff housing.
• Vacation Travel Assistance is provided up to twice a year for each eligible member of the household.

Candidates in the Selection Process 18-DFO-NCR-EA-EFM-249303 who were contacted by a regional recruitment coordinator and were notified of successfully passing the interview in the Spring/Summer 2019 recruitment process do not have to reapply since the pool of qualified candidates created in that selection process will remain active. Those selected will be invited to continue the application process for the next training sessions. For all other candidates, you must re-apply in order to be considered.

Only online applications are accepted and must be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS). Candidates located in Nunavut only: If you have a question, or, if you are unable to submit an application online, it can either be dropped off in-person or emailed to:

Jeff MacDonald
Fisheries and Oceans Canada
630 Mivvik Street
Iqaluit NU X0A 0H0

Duties

Fishery Officers, enforce laws and regulations aimed to protect our Fisheries and Oceans. We participate in public education and awareness programs to develop a greater understanding of our fishery resources and how to protect habitats, and you will find us on our three oceans, rivers and streams patrolling and monitoring the public’s activities.

If you are passionate about the outdoors, and care about the environment, then this opportunity might be for you!

IS THIS A CAREER FOR ME?
Before you apply, we invite you to visit the following link and to complete a self-assessment questionnaire: http://www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/career-carriere/enf-loi/career-quest-carriere-eng.htm

Work environment

TRAINING ENVIRONMENT:
The Department of Fisheries and Oceans recruits and develops candidates to become Fishery Officers. Successful candidates are initially recruited as Cadets and progress from GT-02 to the GT-04 group and level contingent upon successful classroom and field training. Training is for a duration of approximately 34 months through the departmental “Fishery Officer Career Progression Program (FOCPP)”.

For more information about the Fishery Officers Career Progression Program (FOCPP), please visit http://www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/career-carriere/enf-loi/training-formation-eng.htm

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff full time indeterminate positions in the six Fisheries and Oceans Regions.

Newfoundland & Labrador: Province of Newfoundland and Labrador
Maritimes : Atlantic coast of Nova Scotia including the Bay of Fundy and south coast of New Brunswick
Gulf: Prince Edward Island, east coast of New Brunswick and northern coast of Nova Scotia
Quebec: Province of Quebec
Central & Arctic: Manitoba (Winnipeg), Alberta (Edmonton), Northwest Territories, and Nunavut Territory
Pacific: Province of British Columbia and Yukon Territory

At this time, the exact number of positions to be filled per region/location is uncertain. Candidates will be selected to fill positions with various linguistic profiles such as Bilingual Imperative, French Essential and English Essential.

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:
Successful completion of:
• Two years of post-secondary education in a related field *; or
• A post-secondary accelerated education program** in a related field*; or
• A secondary school diploma with at least 24 months of experience in a related field of work***.

* POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION IN A RELATED FIELD:
- Law or by-law Enforcement
- Police Science
- Criminology
- Law & Security
- Fisheries
- Aquaculture
- Wildlife
- Forestry
- Natural Resources
- Resource Management
- Renewable Resources
- Ecosystem Management
- Marine Environmental
- Environmental Science
- Indigenous Studies
- Biology
- Agriculture
- Geography

** ACCELERATED EDUCATION PROGRAM:
Is a program which is delivered continuously and is equivalent to the same number of hours of education that a 2 year period attending college or university would add up to.

***EXPERIENCE IN A RELATED FIELD OF WORK:
- Renewable/Natural Resources and Habitat Management: Experience in activities pertaining to: Water Management, Forest Management, Wildlife Management, Fisheries Management, Habitat Management, Eco Systems Management and Environment Protection.
- Enforcement: Experience in enforcing legislation or by-laws (laying of tickets and/or charges, attending court) with a law enforcement organization or a security agency.
- Outdoor Field Services: Field experience in providing outdoor commercial services to fishers, hunters or eco-tourists, e.g. guiding services.
- Fishing Industry: Experience in commercial, aboriginal, aquaculture, Dockside/at sea monitor, or in a related field. (Does not include recreational fishing for personal use).

Notes:
Candidates must clearly specify in their résumé and application the name of the post-secondary institution attended and the start, and where applicable, end dates of the post-secondary program. Official proof of education will be requested during the assessment phase.

Candidates must clearly specify in their résumé and application, the length of their work experience, including start and end dates, description of the duties performed and name of the employer/organization.

Degree equivalency

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

Various language requirements
Newfoundland & Labrador, Maritimes, Gulf, Central & Arctic and Pacific Regions: English Essential, Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB.
Québec Region: French Essential, Bilingual Imperative BAB/BAB.

Information on language requirements

The following essential qualifications will be assessed through the administration of exam(s), interview and/or reference checks:

KNOWLEDGE:
• Knowledge of the mandate, key legislation and legal process which guides the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, and the Conservation, and Protection program.

ABILITIES:
• Ability to use reasoning skills to problem solve.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Ability to give clear directions and set limits (Direct Communication).
• Ability to seek information in investigating problems or situations (Information seeking).
• Ability to listen, understand and respond effectively when interacting with individuals and groups (Listening, understanding and responding).

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
• Adaptability
• Result Orientation
• Self-confidence
• Self-control
• Team work and cooperation
• Dependability
• Interest in Fishery Officer duties

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

Asset Qualifications are not essential to perform the work, but that would benefit the organization or enhance the work to be performed currently or in the future.

Depending on the number of applicants, asset qualifications may be used at any time during the screening process to reduce the candidate pool. It is in your best interest to outline how you meet any of the asset qualifications.

EXPERIENCE:
• Education, training and/or experience in financial accounting or auditing.
• Education, training and/or experience in intelligence gathering and/or analysis.
• Experience in living and/or working in a remote, and/or Indigenous community.
• Any marine certification that exceeds the Pleasure Craft Operators Course.
• Experience in operating a water craft/vessel.
• Experience in working at sea or on the Great Lakes.
• Experience and/or certification as Instructor.
• Experience in working with community based organizations or volunteer groups and/or
developing partnerships.
• Experience in carrying out major criminal investigations and/or prosecutions.
• Experience in performing covert surveillance operations.
• Experience or training in Information Systems Technology or Information Systems Security.
• Experience in financial accounting and/or auditing
• Experience in intelligence gathering and/or analysis

OTHER LANGUAGES:
• Proficiency in any Canadian Indigenous Languages
• Proficiency in certain languages other than English and French

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Agreement to being deployed anywhere in Canada to perform any types of enforcement activities including (but not limited to) inland, coastal and offshore patrols (including air patrols), and/or forensic investigations and/or special operations

Agreement to be assigned anywhere in Canada to all perform any types of enforcement activities, including (but not limited to) inland, coastal and offshore patrols (including air patrols), and/or forensic investigations and/or special operations.

Meet medical and psychological suitability standards.

Possession of a valid driver’s license (emergency vehicle class where required)

A current standard First Aid Certificate and a CPR Certificate.

Carry and use firearms and other restricted and prohibited weapons.

Meet the DFO use of force proficiency standards.

Wear a uniform and required protective clothing.

Work and/or travel at sea or by air and in a variety of terrains and degrees of isolation for various periods of time in all weather conditions.

Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice

Ability and willingness to work evenings, weekend shifts, and holidays

For some positions, the following will be required: Reside within a 1 hour commuting distance (by road vehicle) from your headquarters

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

The interviews will take place both by telecommunication methods and in person.

The PSC Written Communication Proficiency Test (WCPT-351) will be administrated. Those candidates who have previously successfully completed this test are not required to rewrite; However, they must submit their results upon request.

A General Knowledge Exam to test applicants understanding of knowledge of the mandate, key legislation and legal process which guides the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, and the Conservation, and Protection program will be administrated.

The candidates must successfully complete the departmental Fishery Officer Career Progression Program (FOCPP) classroom training.

The candidates must successfully complete the Physical Ability Requirement Evaluation Certificate (PARE) (Details will be provided at a later date to selected candidates).

The Candidates will be required to run 2.43 km (1.5 miles) in 10:45 minutes (men) and 12:00 minutes (women); Testing will be done at the beginning of the classroom training (FOCPP) and again at the end of the 16 weeks (Classroom Training) Candidates will need to meet (or Exceed) the pass time.

Candidates must be comfortable working/training on, in or near water. Candidates will be participating in training exercises that will require having their head/face immersed underwater.

The intention is to communicate with candidates via email. CANDIDATES MUST INCLUDE AN EMAIL ADDRESS THAT ACCEPTS EMAIL FROM UNKNOWN USERS. If you change your email address during the process, it is your responsibility to inform us. Candidates MUST check their email accounts frequently as there may be a deadline for responses.

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.

Applicants who meet the essential education qualifications or the combination of education and experience at the time their application is submitted will be considered first. Application from individuals who are working toward meeting essential education requirements (not yet completed) will be considered if the need is required for more applicants.

A cut-off score or a top-down approach may be used at any stage of the process if there are a sufficient number of candidates to meet immediate and anticipated staffing needs.

Candidates cannot change regions after they accept a classroom training position with a region. Should a candidate refuse his/her initial offer of permanent appointment, there will be no further offers.

To apply, please click on "Apply Now".

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.