Commanding Officer *Amendment*

Update: Suspension of vaccination requirement
Effective June 20, 2022 the vaccination requirement for the Core Public Administration (CPA), including the RCMP, will be suspended. As of that date, employees of the CPA will no longer be required to be vaccinated as a condition of employment.

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

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

Please note the first pull from this inventory is anticipated for February 14, 2021.

Duties

• Administers and manages the vessel's financial, human and materiel resources to ensure that the vessel is operated within the allocated budget and in accordance with applicable plans, standards, programs, regulations and directives of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans.

• Plans, organizes, directs, controls and co-ordinates all the operations of the vessel and equipment in the performance of assigned tasks, and provides functional and operational advice on missions and mission objectives to Senior Management.

• Ensures the safety and security of the vessel in port and at sea, supervises the vessel's officers, crew and assigned staff, promotes their well-being and productivity as well as identifies the need for and conducts training.

• Promotes and maintains harmonious and mutually beneficial relationships among the employer, crew, client and contractor, and manages the grievance procedure.

• Directs helicopter and small craft operations as well as programs in Search and Rescue, Icebreaking, Environmental Response, Boating Safety, Conservation and Protection, Science and Marine Aids to Navigation programs.

• Enforces compliance and investigates acts of non-compliance with various acts and regulations, collects and gives evidence, and prepares court briefs.

• Provides a thorough Change of Command with the relieving Commanding Officer, including a review of pertinent vessel documents and relevant correspondence.

• Arranges and provides public guided tours of the ship.

• Provides all support necessary to ensure CCG meets its mandate.

Work environment

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Intent of the process

An inventory of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff positions on an indeterminate, term or acting basis.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Occupational Certification:
• SO MAO 08: Valid Transport Canada STCW Certificate of Competency, Master 500GT Near Coastal or higher

• SO MAO 09 and MAO 10: Valid Transport Canada STCW Certificate of Competency Master Near Coastal or higher

Experience:
Minimum five years of experience as a Deck Officer, two of which need to be experience as Chief Officer on a large vessel(1000GT or greater)

SO MAO 09 and MAO 10: Experience in a shore position relating to marine management or marine training

Key Leadership Competencies
• Mobilize People
• Uphold Integrity and Respect
• Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
• Achieve Results

Abilities
• Ability to manage a Safety Management System
• Ability to manage shipboard operations
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to communicate effectively

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

Asset Qualifications
Occupational Certification
• SO-MAO-8 - Valid Transport Canada STCW Certificate of Competency Master Near Coastal or higher
• SO-MAO-9/10 - Valid Transport Canada STCW Certificate of Competency Master Mariner

Experience:
• Experience as Master on a large vessel(1000GT or greater)
• Experience as Master overseeing a maintenance or refit period
• Experience in providing advice to Senior Management with respect to marine operations
• Experience in managing employee(s); such as providing advice and
recommendations, supervising and motivating staff, preparing performance appraisals,
and managing Human Resource issues.

Organizational Needs
• Membership in one of the designated Employee Equity Groups

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

-Health Canada medical are required for all seagoing personnel
-Maintain a valid Certificate of Competency
-Requirement to go to sea for prolonged periods of time and in adverse weather conditions
-Requirement to travel by air, land or by sea
-Requirement to wear and maintain a uniform, safety footwear, and personal protective equipment to Canadian Coast Guard standards
-Required to work overtime when required
-Willingness to be deployed within the Atlantic Region
-Compliance with the CCG Safety Management System and Standards
-Adherence to the Canadian Coast Guard Respiratory Protection Program
-For vessels assigned primarily to Search and Rescue operations, employees must be- within 30 minutes response time to the vessel during assigned work period
-Valid Canadian Passport (for identified positions)

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

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

Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard seek to hire candidates that reflect Canada’s diversity and are committed to fostering a public service culture grounded in diversity, inclusiveness and accessibility.

Self-declaring. Because you count. 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. Learn more about Employment Equity

Salary for SO-MAO-08 - $42.74 to $47.39 per hour.
Salary for SO-MAO-09 - $46.01 to $51.02 per hour.
Salary for SO-MAO-10 - $50.16 to $55.60 per hour.

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.