Senior Harbour Patroller - GT-02 Casual Inventory

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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

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

Candidates must clearly demonstrate in the screening questionnaire how they meet the education and experience criteria listed in the Essential Qualifications and Asset Qualifications if applicable. Please note that stating that the requirement has been met, and/or listing past or current responsibilities, does not represent adequate substantiation. Rather, you must provide concrete examples that clearly illustrate how you meet the requirement. Résumés may be used as a secondary source to validate the qualifications described; comments such as "refer to my attached resume" will not be accepted and may result in your application being rejected.

This inventory is for casual employment. Casual employment is a temporary employment of 90 working days or less, in a calendar year, to meet needs arising from such contingencies as vacations, sick and training leaves, to conduct special projects that are anticipated but dependent of the availability of funds, etc.

NOTE: Casual appointments are excluded from the provisions of the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA). This means casual appointments will not be eligible to apply to internal appointment processes. In addition, the PSEA specifies that the number of days worked as a casual worker cannot exceed 90 days in a calendar year within the same department.

Normally, applicants will not be solicited for incomplete or possible missing information.

Work environment

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We are an employer that fosters employee well-being, provides an open and respectful workplace, competitive benefits and flexible work schedules and telecommuting that promote work-life balance. Transport Canada was named one of Canada’s top employers in 2020 by Forbes.

Transport Canada is interested in protecting the health and safety of employees. During the COVID Pandemic, we have leveraged the department’s investment in digital advancements in order to mobilize our workforce. With our technological advancements, employees, working virtually and in the office, have the flexibility needed to best serve Canadians while working in an environment that supports their well-being.

Intent of the process

When you submit an application for this selection process, you are not applying for any specific position, but to an inventory in anticipation of future vacancies. Applicants who meet the essential qualifications will have their application included in the inventory for this ongoing selection process. As positions become available, the applicants meeting the initial screening requirements identified by the hiring manager may be contacted and referred for consideration. Please ensure that your information is updated and remains current in your PSRS Applicant Account.

Your application in this inventory will be active for 6 months. A notice that your application is about to expire will be posted to the My jobs menu of your account 10 days before the end of your active period. If you do not take action, your application will no longer be active and therefore no longer considered for this inventory. Should your application become inactive while the process is still open, a notice will be posted to your account indicating that your application has expired; you may select the link Update my Inventory Status to reaffirm your interest.

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)

A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

Experience operating a vessel with outboard motors.
Experience interacting with the public and other community stakeholders.
Experience with vessel operating procedures, including, operational checklists, and safe boating practices.
Experience entering information and querying in an electronic records management system.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of Victoria Harbour, including the Port of Victoria Traffic Scheme (PVTS)
Knowledge of the Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea (COLREGS)

Demonstrating Integrity and Respect
Thinking things through
Working effectively with others
Showing initiative and being Action-oriented

Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Ability to interpret rules and regulations, including the Canada Marine Act and the Public Port and Public Port Facilities Regulations.

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

Rigid Hull Inflatable Operator Training

Recent and significant experience* in communicating regulatory information or departmental policies to others (such as the general public, internal or external stakeholders).
Experience in Search and Rescue, Law Enforcement or Public Safety (police, firefighter, Coast Guard, etc).
Experience in seaplane operations.
Experience with emergency planning or response.

*Recent and significant is defined as approximately one (1) year experience within the last five (5) years.

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

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Willing and able to work overtime, shift work and weekends as required and on short notice.
Willing and able to travel by small aircraft and vessels in various weather conditions and over various terrains.
Willing and able to board unstable platforms such as boats and floating docks.
Possession of a Small Vessel Operator Proficiency certification (SVOP).
Possession of an approved Marine Radio Operators License - ROC (M).
Possession of a valid Provincial/Territorial driver’s license.
Possession of a valid First Aid certificate.
Possession of a valid Marine Emergency Duties A3 certificate.
Successful completion of a Pre-Placement Medical Examination (Category III).

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

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). Candidates are strongly encouraged to check their email on a regular basis.

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact candidates when the screening process is completed.

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

In assessing candidates, assessment boards may use a variety of tools and methods including, but not limited to, reviews of past performance and accomplishments, written tests, interviews, PSC tests and reference checks. In addition, all information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the candidates.

Applicants who meet the essential experience criteria may be ranked according to the depth and breadth of experience they possess.

Random selection may be used.

As part of this selection process you must provide proof of your education credentials. You will be advised to provide the documents later in the process. If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. This will enable you to provide proof of Canadian equivalency when applying for a job in the public service. The Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC) assists persons who wish to obtain an assessment of their educational, professional, and occupational credentials by referring them to the appropriate organizations The CICIC can be contacted at www.cicic.ca.

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

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.