Fisheries Manager, Indigenous Program Liaison, Indigenous Fisheries Coordinator

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Assessment accommodation

Intent of the process

A pool will be created and may be used to staff various Indeterminate, Acting or Term, positions in various locations in the North Coast Area.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 5,000 words (maximum)

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternative with a satisfactory score on the PSC test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

Recent* and significant* experience delivering renewable resource related programs. Includes planning, implementation, evaluation and review.
Recent* and significant** experience planning, leading and facilitating meetings.

*Recent is defined as within the last five years.
**Significant will be evaluated in terms of the amount, complexity, and diversity of work performed.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of fisheries and resource management issues.
Knowledge of Aboriginal / Indigenous history in Canada in relation to socio-economic and legal situations.

Ability to resolve issues and conflicts among competing interests groups.
Ability to manage difficult situations (such as politically sensitive or emotionally charged)
Ability to plan, co-ordinate, and direct programs to achieve objectives.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing

Effective interpersonal skills.
Problem solving skills.
Initiative.
Adaptability.
Dependability.
Judgment.

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

Graduation with an acceptable degree or diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in a field relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

Experience in planning and coordinating fisheries in the Pacific Region.
Experience in analysis or interpretation of biological data to inform development of management objectives.
Experience in consulting with stakeholders with competing interests.
Experience creating and delivering presentations.
Experience collaborating with First Nations.
Experience collaborating with diverse interest groups.

Knowledge of Aboriginal / Indigenous groups and their recent history related to fisheries in British Columbia.
Knowledge of Pacific Region fisheries and fisheries management issues.
Knowledge of Fisheries related legislation and Departmental policy with respect to Pacific Region commercial, recreational and Aboriginal fisheries.

Ability to provide direction on sensitive issues.

Preference may be given to persons in the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal Peoples, Women, members of a visible minority group, persons with disabilities.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Willingness to travel (including long distances).
Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and variable hours as required by operational needs.
Willingness to perform work as required in helicopters, small planes, and boats.
Valid Class 5 driver's license.
Secret security clearance may be required for some positions.

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.