INVENTORY - Biologist/Physical Scientist Opportunities in Aquatic Ecosystems

Important messages

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT APPLYING TO THIS INVENTORY
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► ► ► This inventory is open to individuals who self-declare as a visible minority, a person with a disability, or an Aboriginal person. Therefore, only those applicants who indicate in their application that they are members of the requisite Employment Equity (EE) group(s) will be considered. ◄◄◄

In order to self-declare, please ensure to indicate this by checking off the appropriate box within the online application as part of the Employment Equity section.

The term “Aboriginal” is used within this job advertisement as it relates to the Employment Equity Act and other legislative frameworks. The term “Indigenous” is used, where feasible, in support of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

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When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

We are requesting that all job applications be submitted through the GC JOBS SYSTEM BY CLICKING ON THE “APPLY ONLINE” LINK BELOW. The benefit of applying online is that candidates are guided through a series of questions which helps them submit a complete application and therefore contains all of the information that hiring managers are looking for.

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.

Duties

The Aquatic Ecosystems sector works to protect, enhance and restore the biodiversity and health of Canada’s marine and freshwater environments through an integrated ecosystem approach that supports the sustainable use of aquatic resources. There is a growing understanding among Canadians of the importance of protecting and benefiting from our marine and freshwater environments and resources. The Government of Canada is using a modern and coordinated approach to manage the impact of human activities on Canada’s oceans in a sustainable manner, creating a balance between protecting marine ecosystems and maintaining a prosperous economy.

Aquatic Ecosystems in Maritimes Region is comprised of the following Directorates and Programs:

• Ecosystem Management – which includes the Species at Risk Program, the Fish and Fish Habitat Protection Program and the Aquatic Invasive Species Program
• Oceans and Aquaculture Management - which includes the Marine Planning and Conservation Program and Aquaculture Management Program.

Among other things, employees in BI-02 and PC-02 positions are asked to conduct analyses, participate and consult with various partners and stakeholders, undertake field work, draft documents and make recommendations to supervisors regarding the implementation of various regulatory, management, and conservation programs.

Work environment

Now is your chance to gain experience in the federal public service, so apply today! Are you not yet convinced? Here are some reasons to apply:

Did you know that Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard have been recognized as top employers? We’ve been recognized as Forbes Canada’s Best Employers (2018) and, one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People in 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020!

The workplace, the Bedford Institute of Oceanography (BIO) Campus in Dartmouth, offers free parking and bus accessibility (Metro Transit’s route #51). BIO is next to Shannon Park's Canada 150 Trail and offers many workplace wellness initiatives. Check out www.bio.gc.ca to learn more about our Campus.

Additionally, we offer:
∟ learning and training opportunities to support you in your current and future career
∟ competitive salaries and benefits, such as supplemental health insurance, dental care, and vacation allowances
∟ flexible work arrangements, volunteer days, and family-related leave
∟ access to an Employee Assistance Program to support you through all stages of your career
∟ an opportunity to serve Canadians by helping to protect our aquatic resources

Come join DFO / CCG for the opportunity to be a part of something bigger!

Intent of the process

The intent of this inventory is to create a pool of partially qualified candidates for opportunities in Dartmouth, NS. As job opportunities become available, managers will choose from amongst the prequalified candidates. The duration of the job opportunities will vary (e.g. temporary/term or permanent).

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:

→ For BI-02 positions: Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a natural, physical or applied science with specialization in a field relevant to the duties of the position.

→ For PC-02 positions: Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution, with acceptable specialization in physics, geology, chemistry or some other science relevant to the position.

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EXPERIENCE ( for both BI-02 and PC-02 positions):

►Experience reviewing or evaluating or managing impacts of human activities on aquatic species or their environments.

►Experience working collaboratively with government or non-government partners, clients or stakeholders on natural resources or environmental management issues

►Experience communicating scientific, technical, or regulatory information to non-experts.

**Please note that the completion of an academic course in itself does not constitute experience. The Assessment Board is looking for demonstrated tactical experience gained in a work or volunteer setting.

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

These asset qualifications are specific to the work in one or more of our Directorates/Programs. Candidates are asked to answer the screening questions for which they have experience. **Note: While these qualifications are not under the heading of essential qualifications, depending on the position being staffed, any of the following “Asset” or “other” qualification may be deemed as essential qualifications and only those candidates and persons with a priority or preference entitlement who possess those qualifications will be considered for that specific vacancy.**

ASSET EDUCATION:

→ Graduation with a Masters or Doctoral degree from a recognized university in a program or specialization in aquatic environments.

→ Diploma or degree in environmental/water resource engineering or geomatics.

Degree equivalency

ASSET EXPERIENCE:

► Experience in the assessing, listing, conservation, protection or recovery of species at risk.
► Experience participating in committees, working groups, or consultations with various partners, including Indigenous groups and/or stakeholders.
► Experience implementing federal or provincial Acts or regulations regarding the conservation of aquatic species.
► Experience in oceans and coastal planning or marine protected area and conservation planning.
► Experience using Geographic Information System (GIS) software (e.g., ESRI ArcGIS 10.x) for the management and analysis of spatial and non-spatial data sets.
► Experience managing, regulating, or studying aquatic invasive species in Atlantic Canada.
► Experience managing, regulating or assessing marine aquaculture activities .
► Experience writing or editing technical documents or reports.
► Experience providing science-based advice on issues related to the conservation or management of aquatic species or ecosystems.
►Experience in undertaking field work in support of evaluating impacts of human activities on aquatic species or their environments.

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

Various language requirements
Official language proficiency will not be assessed for entry in to the partially qualified pool. Candidates entered in the pool will have an opportunity for assessment of their official language proficiency if and when they are considered for an bilingual position or appointment. Please note that most of our positions only require capacity in the English language, however there may be a requirement for bilingual proficiency in the future.

Information on language requirements

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IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT THE ASSESSMENT PHASE

If you have the education and experience that we are looking for, you may be invited for further assessment of the following qualifications.

We will be asking candidates to complete further assessments online which could include on-line testing and participation in a pre-recorded video interview (instructions will be provided) so there will be no travel required or having to attend a test and/or interview in person.

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CORE COMPETENCIES:
► Demonstrating integrity and respect;
► Thinking things through;
► Showing initiative and being action-oriented;
► Working effectively with others;
► Effective communication (oral and written).

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
► Dependability

ORGANIZATIONAL NEED:
Fisheries and Oceans Canada is committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration will be limited to applicants who self-identify as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: Persons with Disabilities; Visible Minorities; Aboriginals.

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

► Occasional requirement to travel.
► Occasional requirement to work overtime.
► Some positions will require field work.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

• Valid driver’s license (only for certain positions)
• Health Canada Medical (only for certain positions)

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

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ASSESSMENT
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Candidates must meet all of the essential qualifications prior to being appointed to a position.

Please note that your overall conduct and communications, including email correspondence, throughout the entire process may be used in the assessment of qualifications and competencies.

You will be asked to provide proof (original documentation will be required) of your education credentials. If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. For more information please click on “Degree Equivalency” in the Education section above.

Please note that achieving the pass mark on any of the assessments used does not necessarily mean you will move forward in the selection process. Management may decide to use a score that is higher than the pass mark on any of the evaluations used throughout the selection process. Management may also decide to use top-down or random selection at any stage of the process, or to invoke an asset(s) at any point of the process.


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OFFICIAL LANGUAGES
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Persons are entitled to participate in the selection process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.


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COMMUNICATION
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Communication for this process will be sent via email. Applicants must check their e-mail accounts FREQUENTLY as there may be a deadline for responses. 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). Please note that we will have to consider that you are no longer interested in participating in the selection process and that you have withdrawn your candidacy should you not provide us with an up-to-date email address or respond to our communication.

If you need to communicate with us during any stage of this process, please indicate the selection process number in the subject field of your email.

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.