Biologist / Analyst - EXTENSION

Update: Please note this selection process has been extended to October 4th, 2021.

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

What you need to know:

• A group situation is scheduled as an assessment tool. People who will be summoned at this assessment stage may have to travel to the Maurice Lamontagne Institute, if the sanitary instructions allow it.

• We encourage students which will obtain their degree by summer 2022, who are currently enrolled in a post-secondary program leading to a degree with specialization in biology, geography, environment or any other disciplines relevant to the positions offered, to apply.

• A cover letter is not required. However, you must answer the screening questions requested and submit your resume on the Internet link provided on the job posting notice (link to apply above).

• We recommend that you describe using concrete examples HOW, WHEN and WHERE you have acquired the required essential qualifications. It is not sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. An effective approach would be to write one or two paragraphs demonstrating that you have the required qualifications by ensuring clear and accurate details. Failure to provide this information in the requested format may result to the rejection of your application. We recommend that you take the same approach by describing using concrete examples HOW, WHEN and WHERE you have acquired the other qualifications (asset qualifications).

*** SELF-DECLARATION: because you matter.***

In completing the section of your application for employment equity, you are helping to build a public service that is diverse, inclusive and representative of different identities, cultures, perspectives and experiences that make up Canada.

Duties

Regional management of the ecosystem management includes 3 programs:
• the marine planning and conservation;
• the species at risk management;
• the fish and fish habitat protection.

The tasks of biologists and analysts at the BI-02 and PC-02 levels include conducting analyses, participating and organizing consultations with various partners, drafting documents and providing management recommendations in relation to the application of different regulatory and protection programs.

Work environment

Regional management of the Ecosystem Management of Fisheries and Oceans Canada has a mandate to ensure the conservation and protection of aquatic ecosystems, freshwater and marine, the Quebec region by the implementation of policies that flow from federal laws. We are located at the Maurice Lamontagne Institute in Mont-Joli, at the edge of the St. Lawrence estuary. This is a workplace that is out of the ordinary, dynamic, where you can achieve your professional ambitions, while working alongside people who live for their trades.

Come and see for yourself: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-XjXDoRTKo

Have a positive influence – be part of the solution.

As an active partner, you will have the opportunity to release your creativity, share your innovative ideas and to work on innovation projects.

Why work with us?

As your future employer, we are committed to providing you with many opportunities for learning and development that will boost your talent and contribute to establishing a strong scientific network. You will be supported and inspired, allowing you to pursue a career filled with great achievements.

We are committed to creating a positive and dynamic environment, where employees who have innovative ideas and new perspectives can influence the course of things and achieving excellence.

You could also enjoy a healthy work-life balance, in an organization that is committed to ensure the well-being of all its employees.

Intent of the process

As a result of this process, a pool of fully or partially qualified candidates will be created to fill similar positions, or identical, various tenures and with various language requirements, at the Maurice Lamontagne Institute, located in Mont-Joli (Quebec).

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
BI-02: A degree* from a recognized post-secondary institution with spécialization in biology.
(Or in the process of obtaining such a degree by summer 2022 – Will be required at the time of appointment)

PC-02: A degree* from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable** specialization in geography, environment or all other disciplines relevant to the position.
(Or in the process of obtaining such a degree by summer 2022 – Will be required at the time of appointment)

Note
* The term “degree” refers to a baccalaureate as established by educational authorities.
** Courses for the specialization must be acceptable and have been taken from a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily as part of a degree program in the required specialization.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
• Experience in the analysis, the summary and the production of reports using data or information related to research in the natural environment;
• Experience in consultation or mobilizing partners* on issues related to natural resources management.

*Here is a list of partners: other business lines within your own organization, other government organizations (federal, provincial or municipal), Aboriginal groups, non-governmental organizations, academia, industry, etc.

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

EXPERIENCE
• Experience in consultation or engagement with Aboriginal organizations;
• Experience related to the marine planning and conservation or species at risk management or fish and fish habitat protection.

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

Various language requirements
• French essential
• Bilingual BBB / BBB

*Due to the unique evaluation process of language proficiency, this essential qualification is required upon appointment only. It is therefore the candidate’s responsibility to inform the person in charge of the selection process if he/she obtains the linguistic requirements after the pool has been established. Also, a person who initially failed linguistic testing could be reintroduced into the pool of qualified candidates during the pool’s validity period if, for example, he/she is assessed again through another selection process or following linguistic training.

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES
• Ability to communicate orally
• Ability to communicate in writing
• Ability to synthesize and analyze

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES
• Judgment
• Effective interpersonal relationships

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

THE NEEDS OF THE ORGANIZATION
Fisheries and Oceans Canada recognizes that the diversity of its workforce contributes to its strength and integrity. To achieve a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates self-identified as belonging to one of the designated group: women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and visible minorities.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENT
Be available quickly to work based on needs to be filled.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

• Ability and willingness to travel and participate in working meetings, sometimes outside normal working hours.
• Hold a valid driver's license (Class 5).

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

A practical test may be administered.

A situational exercise may be administered.

An interview may be administered.

Reference checks may be sought.

Candidates may be required to take responsibility for their own travel fees at the time of the assessment.

In order to be able to manage the number of applicants in this selection process, the evaluation committee may choose to use a top-down selection process or random at various stages of the process to determine the number of candidates who will move on to the next stage.

If applicable, you will have to provide proof of your original education credentials when requested.

Our intention is to communicate with candidates through emails and/or through the www.canada.ca/government-jobs applicant account. Candidates participating in this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and make sure that this address is functional at all times and that their system accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block the receipt of these types of email).

ALL JOB APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED USING THE WEBSITE. NO APPLICATION WILL BE www.canada.ca/government-jobs. ACCEPTED BY EMAIL.

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

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, 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.