Expert Technologist, Monitoring/Data Collection

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Intent of the process

The purpose of this process is to staff current and future vacant positions within the National Hydrological Services in Gatineau, Quebec.

A pool of qualified candidates will be established and can be of use to the staffing of the similar positions with various location, language requirements and security requirements within Environment and Climate Change Canada.

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:
ED1: Successful completion of two years of an acceptable post-secondary educational program with an acceptable specialization relevant to the position to be staffed.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
EX1: Experience in operating and troubleshooting hydrometric stations.
EX2: Experience in the analysis of hydrometric data.
EX3: Experience in writing technical reports.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:
K1: Knowledge of Water Survey of Canada standard operating procedures.
K2: Knowledge of technologies typically used at hydrometric stations.

ABILITIES AND SKILLS:
A1: Ability to plan, implement and manage projects.
A2: Ability to analyze technical problems and to recommend effective action plans.
A3: Ability to work in a team within a multi-disciplinary context.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
PS1: Adaptability
PS2: Client focus
PS3: Communicate effectively in writing
PS4: Communicate effectively orally
PS5: Attention to details
PS6: Initiative
PS7: Judgement

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:
AED1: Successful completion of the Hydrometric Technician Apprenticeship and Professional Training Program (HT-APTP).

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
AEX1: Experience in the use of AQUARIUS software.
AEX2: Experience in the use of desktop publishing software (e.g., Microsoft Word).
AEX3: Experience in the use of content collaboration tools (e.g., Confluence).

KNOWLEDGE:
AK1: Knowledge of the principles of hydrology.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
OR1: This position requires to travel on an occasional basis for field work or to participate in meetings, workshops or conferences. The travels are especially in Canada and sometimes abroad (international conferences).
OR2: This position also requires to occasionally undertake work in and around water, wading, working on cableways and bridges or on ice.
OR3: Valid driver’s license.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

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

Reference checks may be sought.
An interview may be administered.
A test may be administered.
Please identify clearly for which position(s) you are submitting an application.
You must provide proof of your education credentials.
Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice.

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.