Program Officer

Important messages

Are you a resourceful multi-tasker who thrives on variety and collaboration? Do you want to connect with an amazing team of professionals who share your passion and commitment to service excellence?

We are a team of dedicated and dynamic professionals looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our community of thousands of talented and diverse employees. Our employees make a difference in Canada by bringing a range of skill and experience to the work they do.

At Fisheries and Oceans Canada, we are proud to:
• Celebrate our diversity and our commitment to values and ethics – we recognize our employees for a variety of achievements, including Excellence in Values and Innovation;
• Provide a healthy, respectful and supportive work environment for all employees – many resources and initiatives are available such as the Working on Wellness program, which promotes work-life balance and access to LifeSpeak, which is an innovative health and wellness platform;
• Provide wide-ranging career opportunities, as we are the third largest Federal Public Service Department in British Columbia;
• Commit to continuous learning and employees’ career development;
• Be recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People for the past four years.

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Intent of the process

This process may be used to staff similar positions in various locations of various tenures.

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 a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with an acceptable specialization in commerce, economics, natural resources management, public administration, environmental studies, biology or other specialization relevant to the position;
OR
An acceptable combination of education, training and experience related to the duties of the position.

Degree equivalency

Experience
• Experience analyzing and synthesizing information to formulate and write reports, correspondence or communications materials (such as briefing notes, memorandums, technical reports, letters).
• Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary and fast-paced environment.
• Experience developing and maintaining successful working relationships.

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

Experience:
• Experience with natural resource management.
• Experience interpreting and applying legislation or regulations
• Experience analysing and interpreting scientific information.
• Experience working with or negotiating with Indigenous groups.
• Experience administering or delivering grants and contributions programs.
• Experience with fisheries or aquaculture management.
• Experience with salmon management.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Competencies
• Demonstrating integrity and respect
• Thinking things through
• Working effectively with others
• Showing initiative and being action oriented
• Effective oral and written communication skills

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

Competencies
• Leadership

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Willingness and ability to work overtime on occasion, including weekends.
• Willingness and ability to travel. Travel may be to remote locations by various modes of transportation.

Conditions of employment

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
• Dependent on the position, a valid Driver’s License may be required.
• Security Clearance: Dependent on the position, Reliability Status or Secret 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

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.

The depth and breadth of experience may be considered in selecting candidates for further consideration. In such a case, only the top ranking candidates will be invited to the next phase of the evaluation.

Depending on the position being staffed, any other requirements may also be deemed as essential or asset requirements for the position.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language 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.