Head Hydrographic Services

Update: Amendment to Closing Date

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Intent of the process

The immediate need is to staff one position in one of the following locations: Halifax, NS, Moncton, NB or St. John’s, NL.

A pool of qualified or partially qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff similar positions with various linguistic requirements and in various locations at Public Services and Procurement 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
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in land survey theory and practice or other related field such as geomatics, geodetic sciences or remote sensing.

Degree equivalency

Experience
Significant* experience in managing human and financial resources.
Experience working with project teams and managing all phases of Hydrographic Survey projects with varying degrees of complexity** and size.
Experience in providing strategic technical advice to stakeholders on issues related to hydrography.
Experience in managing the delivery of technical projects.

*Significant experience is defined as the depth and breadth of experience associated with the performance of these duties for period of approximately 3 years.
**Complexity is defined as, but not limited to, projects that involve construction, environmental, and legal aspects.

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

Asset Qualifications
Occupation Certifications
Eligibility for a Land Surveyor Commission in Canada
Certification as a hydrographic professional (such as Canadian Certified Hydrographer)
Registration as a Professional Engineer in Canada

Asset Experience
Experience in the application of information management practices.

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

Various language requirements
Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC
Non-imperative CBC/CBC*

*If no qualified candidates meet the CBC/CBC bilingual imperative language requirement, a non-imperative bilingual CBC/CBC appointment may be considered.

Information on language requirements

Competencies
Create Vision and Strategy – Define a plan and strategically lead.
Mobilize People - Inspire and motivate people when leading.
Uphold Integrity and Respect - Exemplify ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity.
Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders - Demonstrate openness and flexibility to encourage collaboration and improve outcomes.
Promote Innovation and Guide Change – Promote creative thinking and navigate change to maintain forward momentum.
Achieve Results - Mobilize and manage resources to deliver on priorities, improve outcomes and add value.
Client Service Level 2 - Ensures high-quality client service. For further information please visit: https://www.tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca/sc-cs/csc-eng.html

For more information on the Leadership Competencies (please refer to Supervisor level )visit - https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/professional-development/key-leadership-competency-profile/examples-effective-ineffective-behaviours.html

Abilities
Ability to communicate effectively in writing
Ability to communicate effectively orally
Ability to analyze and resolve problems related to hydrography.
Ability to work effectively under pressure.

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

Organizational Needs
Public Services and Procurement Canada is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. This organizational need may be identified as part of the appointment decision. In such cases, qualified candidates who self-declare as members of persons with disabilities would be considered.

Operational Requirements
Willingness and ability to work in and around construction sites and wharf sites including wearing protective equipment.
Must be willing to work in remote locations as required.
Willingness to travel frequently by car, boat or plane for short or long periods of time.
Must be willing to work overtime as required.

Conditions of Employment
Security - Reliability clearance
Possession of a valid Provincial Driver’s License OR personal mobility to the extent normally associated with the possession of a valid driver’s license, within the limits of Treasury Board Policy.
Adherence to the PSPC Code of Conduct

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

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.