Regional Manager

Update: Please be advised that the deadline for application has been extended to Friday May 7th at 11:59 pm PT.

Important messages

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.

Assessment accommodation

Nunavut Inuit (beneficiaries of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement) will be considered ahead of other applicants (including persons with priority entitlement and Veterans).

~~~~~~ PASSIONATE ABOUT THE NORTH? ~~~~~

Looking for an opportunity to help shape the department’s new Arctic Region?

The Fisheries Management program is looking for people who:
• Create Vision and strategy
• Mobilize people
• Collaborate with partners and stakeholder
• Have effective communication skills
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Achieve results

Fisheries & Oceans Canada’s (DFO) Fisheries Management Program in the Arctic Region is looking for motivated and dedicated staff to help deliver its programs and meet the unique needs of this exciting new region.

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**IMPORTANT FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

Successful applicants may be eligible for official accommodation and reimbursement of moving costs.

You may be entitled to a northern isolated post allowance, depending on the location you work from. Isolated Post allowance for our locations range from $12,016 to $23,467 for a single person and from $20,026 to $39,112 for a family. In addition, you may be entitled to travel assistance for you and your family.

Please note that rates and conditions above are subject to change. Please see the Isolated Posts and Government Housing Directive for more information or to view the rates for other locations at http://www.njc-cnm.gc.ca/directive/ipgh-pile/index-eng.php.

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Candidates located in Nunavut or the Northwest Territories, if you are unable to submit an application online, it can either be mailed to:

ATTN: Chantel Kunuk
Canadian Coast Guard
PO Box 189
Iqaluit, NU
X0A 0H0

or

ATTN: Sarah Buckle
Fisheries and Oceans Canada
#1 Arctic Road, Box 1871
Inuvik, NWT
X0E 0T0

or emailed to

Duties

The Regional Manager positions will:
• assist in managing a team of skilled professionals and an operating budget in implementing national and regional policies, strategies and programs to promote the efficient and sustainable use of fisheries resources in the Arctic Region;
• direct and oversee consultations with the fishing industries, provinces/territories, Indigenous and co-management organizations, environmental community groups and other stakeholders, to address constantly changing pressures affecting the economic and sustainable use of fishery resources;
• develop and maintain strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders;
• manage the negotiation, development, implementation and evaluation of major plans, agreements, protocols, programs and regulatory frameworks;
• develop, integrate and provide expert advice and recommendations for decision-making by senior management
• build and maintain effective relationships with other program managers and staff

Work environment

DFO manages fisheries using science and Indigenous Knowledge in decision-making. Fisheries Management develops and implements plans, policies, and programs to sustainably manage fisheries in the Arctic. Key priorities for fisheries management include: economic viability and opportunity; environmental and resource sustainability and conservation; and the inclusion of right-holders and stakeholders in decision-making processes consistent with legislated land claim agreements.

We work to provide Canadians with a sustainable fishery resource that provides for an economically prosperous and diverse fishery environment. We do this by leading or supporting the following activities:

• assisting Inuit, Métis, and First Nation groups in the development and management of their fisheries;
• managing data and information including harvest statistics, quotas and allocations, permits and licenses;
• developing and/or supporting integrated fisheries management plans;
• contributing to the development and implementation of sustainable fisheries framework policies;
• supporting the development of small scale and exploratory fisheries;
• distributing or issuing marine mammal tags, licenses, log books, sample kits and other materials to support sustainable harvesting and monitoring;
• developing and supporting community monitoring programs;
• supporting the use and sharing of all forms of knowledge including local traditional knowledge;
• hosting consultation, engagement and education activities;
• developing updates/decisions and participating in industry, government, co-management organizations and other stakeholder meetings and hearings.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff one (1) indeterminate position in Iqaluit, NU. It may also be used to staff positions in Inuvik, NT, and Winnipeg, MB; however, these are anticipatory in nature. Priority will be given to staffing positions in Nunavut, or Northwest Territories; however, some positions may be staffed in Winnipeg, Manitoba on an as needed basis. Remote work assignments from other locations may also be considered.

A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff similar positions on an indeterminate, acting, specified period, deployment, or assignment basis, as needed.

The results of this process may be used to staff similar term and/or permanent positions at Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) and other Departments and Agencies who have positions in Nunavut. Linguistic profile requirements as well as tenures and/or security clearance may vary according to the position being staffed.

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)

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

• Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in a field relevant to the duties of the position OR an acceptable combination of education, training and experience related to the duties of the position.

Degree equivalency

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

• Recent* experience with complex** consultations or collaboration initiatives in the development or delivery of programs or services

• Significant*** experience in providing management with strategic advice and recommendations on complex and sensitive program or policy issues

• Experience in supervising or leading a working group or team

• Experience establishing and maintaining relationships with at least two of the following on resource management issue: Indigenous groups, non-government organizations, industry, co-management agencies and other levels of government.

*Recent is defined as at least within the last five years.
**Complex means multifaceted, multi-dimensional and multi-client issues (applicants to describe the types of issues).
*** Significant experience is defined as experience normally associated with depth and breadth over a period of approximately eighteen (18) months

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

ASSET EDUCATION

• Master’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with an acceptable specialization relevant to the duties of the position

Degree equivalency

ASSET EXPERIENCE

• Experience in the development or implementation of policies, strategies or programs for the management of fisheries resources

• Experience with implementation of Land Claim Agreements or treaties in Canada

• Experience managing human and financial resources

• Experience in regional or national DFO fisheries management licensing procedures and policy

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of keys issues impacting the management of fisheries resources in Canada.

• Knowledge of the acts, regulations and policies that apply to DFO as they pertain to the effective management of commercial, recreational and Indigenous fisheries

ESSENTIAL ABILITIES

• Ability to communicate orally and in writing

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

ESSENTIAL PERSONAL SUITABILITY

• Create Vision and Strategy
• Mobilize People
• Uphold Integrity and Respect
• Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
• Promote Innovation and Guide Change
• Achieve results

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

ASSET KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of Inuit culture, society and traditions.

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

DFO/CCG is committed to achieving a diversified workforce and to meeting our employment equity goals.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Willingness and ability to travel outside the employee’s headquarters for extended periods, including travel to remote locations.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance - Secret security clearance

Isolated post medical (if required)

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

Poster may be provided in Inuktitut upon request.

An alternative format (such as Braille) of this notice and Statement of Merit Criteria are available upon request.

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line, are asked to contact us toll free at 1-800-645-5605 and press '0' for assistance.

Should there be a large number of applicants, asset qualifications could be invoked. Therefore, if candidates have one (or many) of the asset qualifications, candidates should also describe in their answers how they meet this (these) qualification(s) following the instructions provided for each question.

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent.

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

Communication for this process will be sent via email. 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).

Time sensitive correspondence may be transmitted via e-mail and it will be the candidate's responsibility to ensure they check their email regularly. Failure to respond to communications may result in elimination from this process.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

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.