Statistical Analyst

Important messages

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

You will be required to show how you demonstrate the essential qualifications by answering screening questions in your application. When answering these questions, it is important that you provide details and examples of how you meet the education and experience qualifications, as we may employ volume management strategies, such as a ranking or top-down approach, to select candidates for further consideration. You should include information about where, when, and how you have demonstrated the qualification as well as details on the duration and the specific types of tasks you did to show us that you have what we are look for.

Work environment

This is your opportunity to join a team of dedicated, dynamic and talented professionals in an environment rich in growth opportunities!

Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard are responsible for safeguarding our waters and managing Canada's fisheries and oceans resources.

Those who are hired during the COVID-19 pandemic may be required to work from home until we are in a position to safely return to the workplace.

Intent of the process

This selection process will be used to staff one English position on a permanent basis in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. A pool of qualified candidates will be created and may be used to staff similar positions of various tenures (permanent, temporary), language and security requirements, and conditions of employment.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

EDUCATION
- Graduation with a degree from a recognized university with acceptable specialization in economics, sociology or statistics

NOTE: Candidates must always have a university degree. The courses for the specialization do not necessarily have to be part of a degree program in the required specialization. The specialization may also be obtained through an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
- Experience providing advice or exhibiting leadership in one of the following fields: economics, sociology and statistics
- Experience assembling statistical information (quantitative and qualitative), conducting analyses, and reporting findings using spreadsheets, reports, graphs, etc.
- Experience providing advice on the use, constraints and possibilities of data sets and their sources

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Ability to analyze large complex datasets using MS Excel or other commonly available programs
- Ability to organize and prioritize assigned work, and perform under pressure

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES
- Effective Interpersonal Skills
- Judgment
- Dependability
- Client Service Orientation

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

- Experience in the interpretation and application of Acts, regulations, policies and departmental directives
- Experience working in an organization engaged in natural resources management (e.g., fisheries/agricultural/forestry/mining, etc.)
- Experience participating in committees and/or working groups to review processes and protocols related to data

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS
- In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to membership in one of the designated employment equity groups: women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and visible minorities.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

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

As an equal opportunity employer, Fisheries and Oceans Canada is committed to accommodating the needs of persons with disabilities. We therefore encourage persons with disabilities to identify any accommodation needed. Fisheries and Oceans Canada has an Accommodation Policy and will accommodate up to the point of undue hardship for the duration of the selection process, and upon any offer of employment, for the performance of duties in the position.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard 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 has contributed to the development of your experience, skills, personal suitability, etc., as they relate to this position.

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

All communication related to this process could be used to assess qualifications, including ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

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

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.