Aquatic Science Technician II

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Assessment accommodation

Intent of the process

This is an anticipatory selection process. A pool of qualified candidates will be created as a result of this process. This process may be used to staff similar positions of various tenures.

Depending on the position being staffed, any of the asset qualifications may also be deemed as an essential qualification and only candidates and persons with a priority entitlement who possess those qualifications will be considered for that specific vacancy. Please indicate if you possess any of the asset qualifications in your application.

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)

Secondary school diploma or employer approved alternatives (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

• Experience conducting stock assessments or catch monitoring or biological sampling.

• Experience with data entry and analysis and preparing summary reports using applicable computer software programs such as MS Excel and MS Word.

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

• Post-secondary training in fisheries or other relevant biological or natural resource science(s) (including certificates, diplomas and/or degrees)

Degree equivalency

• Experience conducting stock assessments or catch monitoring or biological sampling of anadromous salmonids.

• Significant* experience in the operation or maintenance of power driven (jet and propeller) vessels.

• Experience operating and maintaining field equipment including boats, motors and vehicles.

• Experience operating and maintaining biological sampling and mechanical equipment.

• Experience working in remote locations.

• Experience analyzing data and preparing summary reports using Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) or MS Access.

• Experience in database management or design.

• Experience in working with the public.

• Experience in working with First Nations and other government agencies.

• Experience providing training or educational sessions.

• Experience directing technical support personnel.

• Experience giving presentations to technical and non-technical groups.

• Experience planning, monitoring and organizing projects.

*‘Significant experience’ is understood to mean the depth and breadth of experience normally associated with having performed the full range of activities related to the individual qualification.

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

English essential
Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

Information on language requirements

• Knowledge of the biology of Pacific Salmon
• Knowledge of the field techniques and equipment commonly used to monitor fisheries
• Knowledge of safety procedures related to field equipment and field activities

• Demonstrating integrity and respect
• Thinking things through
• Working effectively with others
• Showing initiative and being action-oriented

• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to record and error check stock assessment, catch monitoring or biological data

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

• Knowledge of First Nations fishing dynamics on the Fraser River
• Knowledge of recreational fishing dynamics on the Fraser River
• Knowledge of commercial fishing dynamics on the Fraser River

• Ability to work effectively independently
• Ability to analyze data and prepare summary reports using applicable computer software programs such as MS Excel and MS Word

Operational Certifications
• Swift Water Rescue Training
• Small Vessel Operator Training
• DFO Jet Boat Training
• Air Egress Training
• Possession and Acquisition Firearms License
• Bear Awareness Training
• DFO Non-Enforcement Firearms Training
• Marine Radio Operator Certification (ROC-M)

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

• A valid BC Driver's Licence (or equivalent)
• Health Canada Medical or Personal Health Declaration**
• Valid First Aid Certification (Minimum Level 1 with CPR)
• Valid CCG Pleasure Craft Operator Card
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, shiftwork or variable hours as required to meet operational needs.
• Willingness to work and live in remote field camps, often under challenging conditions such as inclement weather, with limited amenities for extended periods of time.
• Willingness to work in and around lakes and swiftwater environments
• Willingness to participate in periods of strenuous physical work, associated with field activities and equipment maintenance
• Willingness to drive long distances
• Willingness to fly in helicopters and small fixed wing aircraft
• Attain and maintain certifications as may be required to meet Departmental health and safety standards.

**Depending on the position being staffed.

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.

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.