Security and Emergency Services Officer

Update: Process extended by one day, due to system error.

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. 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 also result in your application being rejected.

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

Work environment

The work environment for this position is mostly in an office environment. You will have the opportunity to travel to different parts of Newfoundland and Labrador to visit sites and vessels. Modes of transportation include car, planes, small boats or ships. During these visits, you will have contact with regional staff, contractors, and municipal authorities for the purpose of gathering and analyzing information concerning emergency situations.

Intent of the process

The intent of this selection process is to create a pool of qualified candidates to be used to staff this or similar positions within Fisheries and Oceans Canada in the Newfoundland and Labrador Region on an indeterminate or specified period (term) basis.

Current employees of the Public Service of Canada please note that a pool of qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar positions, on an indeterminate, specified period (term), acting, deployment, secondment, or assignment 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 from a recognized post-secondary institution with an acceptable specialization in a field relevant to the positions such as sciences, law or criminology, Emergency Planning or an employer-approved alternative*?

*Please note an employer-approved alternative would be an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
Experience in providing advice and guidance to managers, supervisors, and/or committees.

Experience in resolving difficult* situations.
*Please note that difficult is defined as interacting with others in a tactful and effective manner when faced with a sensitive or tense situation in order to preserve productive working relationships.

Experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.

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

Asset Qualifications:
Experience in providing advice and guidance on sensitive issues in the field of Security or Emergency Management.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Abilities:
Ability to communicate orally.
Ability to communicate in writing.
Ability to interpret and apply policy, regulations and standards.
Ability to analyze and create detailed reports, while making recommendations.

Personal Suitabilities:
Effective Interpersonal Relationships
Judgement
Discretion
Dependability

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

Operational Requirements:
Willing and able to travel by a variety or means including commercial and chartered aircraft, helicopters, ships and open boats on short notice
Willing and able to work overtime on short notice
Willing and able to respond to work situations after hours and on weekends at short notice

Conditions of employment

Secret Security Clearance
Valid NL Provincial Driver’s License

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.

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.