Ecosystems Management Biologist Team Lead\Section Head

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Assessment accommodation

The Program’s team lead positions are based in Vancouver, British Columbia. Hybrid work arrangements are available; at least 1 day a week in the office is required.

You must submit a complete application, consisting of screening questions which clearly demonstrate how you meet the screening criteria (education and experiences) and a résumé. The screening questions will be used as the primary tool in the screening process and the résumé will be used to substantiate the information provided.

For each experience criterion, please provide concrete examples including the following information:
• Name of the department or organization where the experience was acquired;
• Title of the position occupied and duration (including dates) for which you exercised the functions;
• Specific details of tasks, projects, or accomplishments demonstrating how the experience was acquired.

Work environment

At Fisheries and Oceans Canada, we are proud to:
• Celebrate our diversity and our commitment to values and ethics – we recognize our employees for a variety of achievements, including Excellence in Values and Innovation;
• Provide a healthy, respectful and supportive work environment for all employees – many resources and initiatives are available such as the Working on Wellness program, which promotes work-life balance and access to LifeSpeak, which is an innovative health and wellness platform;
• Provide wide-ranging career opportunities, as we are the third largest Federal Public Service Department in British Columbia;
• Commit to continuous learning and employees’ career development;
• Be recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People for the past four years.

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If you are a dynamic and experienced leader interested in overseeing a highly collaborative process dedicated to the recovery and conservation of aquatic species at risk, look no further and apply to our BI04 (team lead) process. Our group is responsible for implementing the Species at Risk Program in the Pacific Region, covering British Columbia and Yukon. We work on species big and small – including Killer Whales, Pacific Salmon, White Sturgeon and a number of other species like the spectacular Giant Threespine Stickleback and aptly named Longspine Thornyhead. No day or process is the same. It is a great opportunity to lead a passionate and dedicated team and to work in collaboration with Indigenous groups, Wildlife Management Boards, provincial/territorial governments, and others to conserve and protect aquatic species at risk.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff similar positions in different locations.

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)

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in a biological science;
Or
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a natural, physical or applied science with specialization in a field relevant to the duties of 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

Significant* experience working in conservation or management of species and ecosystems, in natural resource management or in environmental issues.

Significant* experience in preparing and delivering briefings and presentations which includes science-based advice and recommendations to management**

Significant* experience managing human and financial resources***

Significant* experience establishing relationships, consulting, engaging, or negotiating with at least two of the following partners: Indigenous groups, wildlife management boards or co-management bodies, academic institutions, government departments/organizations; industry, non-governmental organizations or the general public.

*Significant experience is required and is defined as depth and breadth of experience normally associated with the performance of the duties for a minimum of one (1) year on a full-time basis.

**Management is defined as manager level or above within the public service or equivalent level within the private sector.

***Candidates must clearly demonstrate that they have managed human resources and indicate the number of staff they supervised (direct and indirect reports). Some examples of managing human resources may include: assigning work, managing performance, developing resourcing plans, determining needs, approving training, etc. Candidates must also clearly demonstrate that they have managed financial resources and indicate the size of the budget(s).

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of the policies, legislative and regulatory tools to manage species and their habitats in Canada.

Create Vision and Strategy
Mobilize People
Uphold Integrity and Respect
Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
Promote Innovation and Guide Change
Achieve Results

For more information on the Key Leadership Competencies, please visit : https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/professional-development/key-leadership-competency-profile/examples-effective-ineffective-behaviours.html

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

Depending on the position being staffed, any of the asset qualifications may also be deemed as an essential qualification and only candidates and persons with a priority entitlement who possess those qualifications will be considered for that specific vacancy. Please indicate if you possess any of the asset qualifications in your application.

Experience implementing the Species at Risk Act (e.g., undertaking listing processes, developing recovery documents, identifying critical habitat)

Experience in delivering operational programs with multiple internal and external partners, often with conflicting priorities or mandates.

Experience related to delivering a Grants and Contributions Program.

Experience engaging and collaborating with Indigenous groups and/or co-management agencies.

Knowledge of the Fisheries Act, Oceans Act, and other legislative and regulatory tools used to manage aquatic species and their habitat in Canada.

Knowledge of the biology, ecology, management, and conservation of aquatic species, aquatic bodies, and/or aquatic ecosystems.

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

Operational Requirements
A valid BC driver's license or mobility associated with possession of one
Willingness and ability to work overtime on short notice.
Willingness and ability to travel on occasion.

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

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.