Supervisor: Search and Rescue - Arctic Region

Important messages

In accordance with Article 23 of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement, Nunavut Inuit (beneficiaries of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement) will be considered ahead of other applicants (including persons with priority entitlement and Veterans) for positions located within Nunavut.

Your self-identification is important to us and to the creation of a diverse and inclusive Canadian Coast Guard that is truly representative of the people we serve. If you are a member of an Indigenous community in Canada, we encourage you to self-identify as we have a job opportunity that is tailored to you. Candidates from this group who will be recruited will have the opportunity to come together within our organization to unite their voices to influence change through social, cultural and professional empowerment.

Isolated Post Allowance may be applicable. Depending on location of residence, whether the employee has dependents and lives in staff housing, this allowance ranges from $2.56 to $22.68 per hour.

Duties

PROGRAM 1 - INSHORE RESCUE BOAT NORTH

WHAT YOU WILL DO
• Be responsible for training and preparedness of crew members for SAR response.
• Coordinate the response and provide assistance to mariners in distress, or in need of assistance.
• Act as an Officer in Charge of a search and rescue station as part of a team of four persons on a rotating schedule of up to 28 days of work followed by up to 28 days of rest.

Check out this video showing an Inshore Rescue Boat North crew in action: http://www.cbc.ca/player/play/1242537539773/

PROGRAM 2 - ARCTIC COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EXERCISING TEAM

WHAT YOU WILL DO
• Lead a team of two who provide on-water and in-classroom training to members of the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary and other search and rescue partners on arotating schedule of up to 28 days of work followed by up to 28 days of rest.
• Participate in community engagement sessions, highlighting the Canadian Coast Guard and the programs and services it offers.
• Travel to Arctic communities to provide this training and background information on Canadian Coast Guard programs and services.

Work environment

Are you interested in a challenging and rewarding job? Do you want to provide key maritime services to Canadians to make our waterways safe and accessible? This job is for you!

THIS OPPORTUNITY CAN PROVIDE
Real time experience in SAR operations.
Training by Canadian Coast Guard SAR Program Officers (subject-matter experts).

Intent of the process

To fill full-time term positions in the two programs from late-April to late-September 2021. Season duration and dates may change depending on COVID-19 restrictions.

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)

EXPERIENCE
Minimun of 2 operational seasons in search and rescue operating Canadian Coast Guard Zodiac 733s or 753s.

CERTIFICATES
Rigid Hull Inflatable Operator Training (RHIOT)
Marine Emergency Duties (A3)
Restricted Radio Operator's – Maritime
Valid Standard First Aid & CPR-C

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE
Collision Regulations, the Canada Shipping Act, and the Canada Labour Code Part II as they pertain to the operations of a CCG Fast Rescue Craft and SAR station.
Procedures for search and rescue operations and the current manual.
Northern land claims in the Inuit Nunangat.

COMPETENCIES
Communication
Adaptability
Effective Interpersonal Relationships
Initiative
Dependability
Judgement
Leadership

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

Experience supervising new deckhands in a ship or station environment.
Experience as a Coxswain or in the IRB program.
Experience providing First Aid services to injured persons in a real-life operational setting
Experience delivering presentations, training, programs or services to/with indigenous peoples.

Watchkeeping Mate Certification or higher
Bridge Watch certificate
A valid Rescue Specialist certificate

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Health Canada Periodic 3 and Transport Canada Marine Medical, as required.
Must be willing and able to travel.
Must be willing to wear and maintain a uniform per Canadian Coast Guard standards, inclusive of CSA approved safety footwear, and maintain job-related personal safety equipment.
Must be willing and able to work at any work or training location.
Must be willing and able to accept on-call duties.
Must be willing and able to work overtime.
Must be willing and able to accept a time on / time off work schedule.
Must be willing and able to adjust your current work schedule to match up with the program’s work and training schedule.
Must be willing and able to work in adverse conditions such as those found in the marine environment.

Other information

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.

If you are unable to submit an application online, please request a hard copy application form from:

Attn: Arctic Search and Rescue Program
Canadian Coast Guard
520 Exmouth Street
Sarnia, ON N7T 8B1
Fax: 519-383-1991
Email:

If required, travel expenses to/from the location of operations or training activities to the student’s residence will be reimbursed.

Meals and accommodations will be provided for all students while on-cycle and during pre-season training in 2021.

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.