Physical Science Officer (Aquatic Biomonitoring)

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Assessment accommodation

Intent of the process

The intent of this selection process is to staff one (1) permanent, full-time position in Saskatoon SK, Vancouver BC or Yellowknife NT. A pool of qualified candidates may be established and used to staff similar full-time or part-time positions within Environment and Climate Change Canada in Saskatoon SK, Vancouver BC, Yellowknife NT, Winnipeg MB, Burlington ON or Montreal QC, with various tenures (permanent or temporary), various security levels and various language requirements which may vary according to the position being staffed.

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 post-secondary institution, with acceptable specialization in physics, geology, chemistry, environmental science, biology or some other science relevant to the position.

Note: The courses for the specialization must be acceptable and must have been taken at a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily within a degree program in the required specialization.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

E1. Experience in synthesizing and communicating complex data and information related to aquatic ecosystem science

E2. Significant* experience in freshwater (e.g. stream/wetland/lake) biological monitoring

E3. Experience in liaising and working collaboratively with internal partners and with external organizations such as non-government organizations, indigenous groups, academia or industry on environmental programs

(* "Significant" is understood to mean the depth and breadth of experience normally associated with having performed a broad range of related activities for a period of approximately two (2) years.)

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

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation with a master’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in environmental science, biology or aquatic ecology

Degree equivalency

AsE1. Experience in the use of common and current applications for Geographical Information Systems(GIS)

AsE2. Experience in the use of multivariate statistical analyses of water quality or biological data

AsE3. Experience collecting, analyzing and interpreting environmental genetic data

AsE4. Experience in community based monitoring and/or indigenous engagement with a focus providing training and advice on field data collection and/or implementation of environmental monitoring activities and/or guidance on study design or data interpretation.

AsE5. Experience with the R language statistical computing and graphics package.

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

Various language requirements
English Essential
Bilingual Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE

K1. Knowledge of biomonitoring methods to assess aquatic ecosystem health

K2. Knowledge of key environmental issues related to aquatic ecosystem health in Canada

K3. Knowledge of Environment and Climate Change Canada's mandate regarding the environment

ABILITIES

Ability to work under pressure with changing priorities
Ability to communicate effectively orally
Ability to communicate effectively in writing

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

Initiative
Working effectively with others
Judgement

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

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS

Environment and Climate Change Canada is committed to having a skilled and diversified workforce representative of the population we serve. In support of our engagement strategy to achieve employment equity goals, selection may be limited to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal peoples, Persons with a Disability, Visible Minorities and Women.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Willingness and ability to work in remote locations, outdoors, in potentially harsh conditions over in rugged terrain for extended periods (up to 4 weeks).
Willingness and ability to travel
Willingness to work overtime when required
Willingness and ability to work on or near water, in small vessels or aircraft and willingness to wade/walk in rivers.
Willingness to undergo and successfully obtain required occupational health and safety training (e.g. WHMIS, First Aid, Swiftwater Rescue, Helicopter Egress)

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Pre-employment medical examination
A 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

Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.

Asset qualifications could be used at the screening stage. Please ensure that your application clearly indicates how you meet each of assets qualifications (education and experience), if applicable. A person may be appointed even though he/she does not meet any or all of the asset qualifications. However, it may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed.

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

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

Clearly indicate if you are applying for English Essential or Bilingual Imperative positions, or both.

The Public Service of Canada recognizes that the diversity of its employees' population contributes to its strength and integrity. We are committed to achieving employment equity and developing a highly capable workforce that is representative of Canadian society. We therefore encourage women (especially in non-traditional occupations), Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups to apply and declare themselves as part of one or more of the above mentioned Employment Equity Designated Groups.

Proof of Citizenship and education will be required upon request.

Please ensure that we have a current e-mail and telephone number that we are able to reach you at, at all times.

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.