Supervisor Specialized Operations Work

Update: AMENDMENT: Please note that the selection process has been amended to extend the closing date to January 28th, 2020 - 23:59, Pacific Time

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

AAFC is committed to diversity and inclusion and is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s best diversity employers. We welcome all applicants and strongly encourage candidates to self-declare if they belong to an Employment Equity designated group (i.e. Aboriginal Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Visible Minorities or Women).

Duties

- Under the direction of the Co-coordinating Biologist (officer-in-charge), plan, perform and maintain field operations in support of the research program.
- Responsible for farming non-research fields in an environmentally sustainable manner.
- Plan and allocate resources, efficiently for field operations.
- Keep records of yearly farm operations. Assist with research duties when required.
- Supervise and direct casual employees and students under a safe working environment.
- Maintain farm equipment.

Work environment

As one of a number of agricultural research sites located in Canada, this Supervisor Specialized Operations Work position is located at the Scott Research Farm site, in Saskatchewan. The Scott Research Farm site is responsible for agronomic research, variety testing, pesticide evaluations and Minor Use Registration of Pesticides.

Intent of the process

The intent of the process is to staff the described position on a permanent full-time basis.

In addition, a pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada to staff similar positions with various tenures.

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)

EDUCATION
Successful completion of secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

IF YOU HAVE FOREIGN CREDENTIALS, please follow the link below for information on how to obtain a degree equivalency. You must obtain an equivalency, at your own expense, in order to be considered for appointment into the public service.
Degree equivalency

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
Experience with western Canada farming practices, crops, soil and pest management.
Experience planning and coordinating farm field operations.
Experience in the operation, field maintenance and calibration of modern agricultural equipment.
Experience with basic computer software, including word processors, spreadsheets, email, software for storage and manipulation of data.

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

EXPERIENCE
Experience in the repair and maintenance of agricultural/farm related equipment.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of pesticide and fertilizer application treatments.
Knowledge of methods, techniques and practices of farm land management, erosion control, crop rotation, tillage, and crop production methods.
Knowledge of integrated farming management strategies for enhanced crop yield and reduced environmental impact.

COMPETENCIES
Concern for Safety
Initiative
Interactive Communication
Planning & Organizing
Problem Solving
Teamwork

ABILITY
Ability to do basic mathematical calculations pertaining to fertilizer and pesticide applications.

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

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION
Possession of Pesticide applicator’s license.

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge or willingness to learn precision farming.
Knowledge of principles and methods of agricultural research.

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

Information on employment equity

In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be g iven to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: Aboriginal
persons, persons with disabilities; visible minorities, women.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Possession of a valid driver's licence.
Ability and willingness to work with hazardous materials through the use of safety equipment.
Ability and willingness to work outdoors during inclement weather conditions.
Ability and willingness to work overtime.
Known allergies must be controlled through the use of personal protective equipment and/or medication and must not impinge upon the duties to be performed.

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

WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU APPLY

Once you click "Apply online," you will be asked to respond and provide information on how you meet some of the Essential and Asset criteria listed in the poster above, in addition to including your résumé.

ASSESSEMENT INFORMATION

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

Various assessment tools may be used, such as, standardized tests, interviews, references, board member knowledge, etc.

All communication relating to this process, including email correspondence may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

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.

A test may be administered.

An interview will be administered.

Reference checks may be sought.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Asset qualifications may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

APPLICATION & CORRESPONDENCE INFORMATION

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

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.

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email).

All communication relating to this process, including email correspondence, may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

Appointment decisions may be based on one or more of the following criteria:
- Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the strengths and weaknesses of the work team.
- Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the specific duties of the position being staffed.
- Depth, breadth, type of work-specific experience.
- Level/degree of one or more competencies/qualifications.

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.