Oceanographic Electronic Operations Technologist IV and V

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Intent of the process

The intent for this anticipatory process is to establish a pool of qualified candidates for EL-04 and EL-05 Oceanographic Electronic Operations Technologist positions in Ocean and Ecosystems Science Division, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Maritimes Region. These anticipatory positions will be staffed in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, on a temporary or permanent basis.

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)

EDUCATION (EL-04 and EL-05)
One of the following:
► Graduation from a recognized post-secondary institution program in electronic engineering technology; or
► An acceptable combination of education (minimum of secondary school graduation), training, or apprenticeship, in combination with work-related experience, related to marine electronics. This may include military training programs or formal work-related training programs, certifications, or designations, and/or applied work-related marine technical field experience, as examples.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE (EL-04 and EL-05):
► Experience performing systems analysis, developing, installing, maintaining, repairing, modifying, calibrating, and/or adjusting electronic systems and equipment or parts of equipment used for oceanographic observation or on marine vessels to ensure performance to fulfill the clients’ mandates and requirements.
► Experience collaborating with project-team members and stakeholders to provide technical advice and plan changes to electronic systems.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

EXPERIENCE (EL-04):
► Experience supporting a project leader, on marine electronic projects, such as (but not limited to) ocean science research programs or offshore petroleum activities, as two examples.

EXPERIENCE (EL-05):
► Minimum 5-years of work experience as a project leader, or directly supporting a project leader, on marine electronic projects, such as (but not limited to) ocean science research programs or offshore petroleum activities, as two examples.
► Experience directing the work of contractors and/or junior staff, controlling the quality of deliverables, and providing instruction as required to ensure best practises and lab standards are followed. Recommending whether to continue with current companies providing contract services.
► Experience advising on and/or directing the procurement of new components, materials, test equipment, supplies and/or specialized service contracts from external sources.

KNOWLEDGE (EL-04 and EL-05):
► Knowledge of, and skill in, electronic testing and debugging procedures used to investigate electronic system performance issues, develop usage directives, recommend changes, and develop maintenance procedures.

ABILITIES (EL-04 and EL-05):
► Ability to apply electronic theory and practice with respect to electronic, electromechanical, electroacoustic sensors and systems as used for oceanographic observation or on marine vessels to in order to select, install, modify, calibrate, and adjust electronic equipment and systems.
► Ability to plan, organize, and establish priorities;
► Ability to communicate in writing; and
► Ability to communicate orally.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY (EL-04 and EL-05):
► Initiative; and
► Effective interpersonal skills.

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

EXPERIENCE (EL-04 and EL-05):
► Experience preparing, maintaining, calibrating, and trouble-shooting oceanographic instrumentation and marine mooring equipment, including best-practices and approaches used to deploy and recover such equipment.
► Experience working on at-sea vessels and in field locations, including in the offshore and Arctic.

KNOWLEDGE (EL-04 and EL-05):
► Knowledge of commercial electronic scientific instruments, test equipment, components/materials, and contractual goods and/or service providers related to oceanographic instrumentation and marine moorings.
► Knowledge of safe work practices associated with working marine electronics equipment/instrumentation and in working on at-sea vessels and in field locations, including in the offshore and Arctic.

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS **
The Department of Fisheries and Oceans is committed to maintaining a representative workforce reflective of Canadian society. In support of achieving a diversified workforce and our employment equity goals, qualified candidates who self-declare in a staffing process as members of Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and/or women may be selected for appointment to fulfill organizational needs including reducing representation gaps.

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

► Reliability Status security clearance;
► A valid Health Canada medical;
► Willingness and ability to work flexible hours and overtime;
► Work at sea on research vessels for up to 4 weeks per year as required; and
► Valid driver’s license.

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

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ASSESSMENT
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Candidates must meet all of the essential qualifications prior to being appointed to a position.

You will be asked to provide proof (original documentation will be required) of your education credentials. If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. For more information please click on “Degree Equivalency” in the Education section above.

Please note that achieving the pass mark on any of the assessments used does not necessarily mean you will move forward in the selection process. Management may decide to use a score that is higher than the pass mark on any of the evaluations used throughout the selection process. Management may also decide to use top-down or random selection at any stage of the process, or to invoke an asset(s) at any point of the process.

DFO recognizes and values the important contribution volunteer work offers in developing employees' experience, skills, etc., as well as enriching our organization and communities. Throughout this selection process, you are encouraged to demonstrate how any relevant volunteer work (e.g., working on committees, union activities, employee networks, community work, etc.) has contributed to the development of your experience, skills, personal suitability, etc., as they relate to this position.

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COMMUNICATION
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Communication for this process will be sent to your GC Jobs account and to your e-mail. You must check your e-mail account frequently as there may be a deadline for responses. It is your responsibility to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Please ensure your e-mail address accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). Please note that we will consider that you are not interested in participating in this selection process should you not respond to our communication.

When communicating with us during any stage of this process, please indicate the selection process number (21-DFO-MAR-EA-EOS-313609) in the subject field of your email.

Please note that your overall conduct and communications, including email correspondence, throughout the entire process may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

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

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SELF-DECLARING, BECAUSE YOU COUNT
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By completing the Employment Equity section in your application, you help create a Public Service that is diverse, inclusive and representative of identities, cultures, perspectives and experiences that make up Canada.

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.