Regional Manager, Resource Management and Indigenous Fisheries

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

Candidates must clearly demonstrate in the screening questions how they meet the education AND experience criteria listed in the essential AND asset qualifications (if applicable). Please note that stating that the requirement has been met, and/or listing past or current responsibilities, does not represent adequate substantiation. Rather, you must provide concrete examples that clearly illustrate how you meet the requirement. Résumés may be used as a secondary source to validate the qualifications described; comments such as "refer to my attached resume" will NOT be accepted and may result in your application being rejected. Failure to provide this information in the requested format may result in your application being rejected.

Please note that the answers to the screening questions will be used to partially assess the "Ability to communicate effectively in writing".

Intent of the process

This is an anticipatory process. The intent of this selection process is to create a pool of qualified candidates to be used to staff these or similar positions within Fisheries and Oceans Canada. A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff these positions and/or similar positions on an indeterminate, specified period, acting, secondment, or deployment basis.

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
Graduation with an undergraduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution, OR, an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience *

*Acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience means successful completion of 2 years post-secondary at a recognized post-secondary institution AND 5 years recent training and/or work experience in a field related to the position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
Experience consulting with senior industry stakeholder representatives and leading consultations with diverse stakeholders or groups.

Experience resolving complex issues with respect to the management of fisheries or other natural resources.

Experience in developing policy, procedures, directives or guidelines.

Experience briefing senior officials.

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

EDUCATION
Graduation with a post-graduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a field relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
Experience in managing human resources.

Experience in managing financial resources.

Experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams.

Experience in managing natural-resource based operational programs directly related to service delivery to Canadians.

Experience collaborating and maintaining relationships with stakeholders.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES
Ability to manage under pressure with minimal supervision.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY
Create Vision and Strategy
Mobilize People
Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
Achieve Results

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

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of the key issues impacting the management of fisheries resources in Newfoundland and Labrador in the commercial, recreational, and indigenous fisheries.

Operational Requirements
Willingness and ability to travel:
-frequent travel required within Newfoundland and Labrador and Canada;
-occasional travel outside of Canada
Willingness and ability to legally operate DFO fleet vehicles or rented vehicles.

Willingness to work flexible hours

Conditions of employment

Reliability and Security:
Various depending on the position (Reliability; Secret)

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

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

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A written examination may be administered.

Public Service Commission tests may be administered.

E-mail correspondence will be used as the main method of communication for this selection process; therefore, please provide a valid e-mail address. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent.

You must provide proof of your education credentials and occupational certification (original documents only).

Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications or the organizational needs, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.

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.