Project Implementation Advisor

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Assessment accommodation

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)

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 and acceptable combination of education, training and experience related to the duties of the position.

Degree equivalency

*Recent and significant experience in planning, developing, coordinating and directing the implementation of fisheries management programs and Fisheries Management Plans.
Recent and significant experience in establishing and maintaining working relationships or communication linkages with First Nations, recreational and commercial harvesters, other stakeholders, Federal and Provincial or Territorial Government agencies, International agencies, or other interest groups.
Recent and significant experience in resolving issues, conflicts and crisis by mediating and arbitrating disputes among numerous competing commercial fishers, recreational fishers, aboriginal fishers or environmentalists.
Recent and significant experience in developing and reviewing fishery strategies and interpreting policies in order to brief and advise senior managers on appropriate courses of action.

*For all Experience factors above, Recent Experience is defined as performing the duties within the past 5 years.
For all Experience factors above, Significant Experience is required and is defined as depth and breadth of experience normally associated with the performance of the duties for a period of approximately 1 year on a full-time basis.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of Fisheries-related legislation and departmental policies with respect to Commercial, Sport and Aboriginal fisheries.
Knowledge of the management, biology and economics of fisheries.
Knowledge of Aboriginal groups and their recent history in British Columbia in relation to socio-economic and legal situations.

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 resolve issues, make recommendations and make decisions
Ability to organize and prioritize work.

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

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.

Degree equivalency

Extensive experience (4 years or greater, or multiple fisheries management plans) in planning, developing, coordinating and directing the implementation of fisheries management programs.
Experience in managing Roe Herring Fisheries.
Experience in managing Salmon Fisheries.
Experience in managing First Nations Fisheries.
Experience in managing Invertebrate Fisheries.
Experience in undertaking consultation meetings with fishing sector client groups.
Experience managing human resources in a work environment.
Experience managing financial resources in a work environment.

Knowledge of Fisheries-related legislation and departmental policies with respect to Pacific Region Commercial, Sport and Aboriginal fisheries.
Knowledge of the Pacific Salmon Treaty.
Knowledge of the current advisory processes for commercial, recreational and First Nation Fisheries in the Pacific Region.
Knowledge of commercial salmon management techniques.
Knowledge of commercial invertebrate fisheries.
Knowledge of the key issues impacting the management of fisheries resources in commercial, recreational, and Indigenous Fisheries.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Valid BC Class 5 driver's license.
Willingness to travel.
Must be willing to work weekends and overtime.
Willingness to work diverse hours on short notice.
May be required to travel in and work from boats.
Ability to work remotely 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

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

A situational exercise may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice.

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.