Maritime Search and Rescue Coordinator

Update: Closing date

Important messages

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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.

Join a dynamic team of individuals for a rewarding, fast paced career, working to save lives. Marine Search and Rescue (SAR) Coordinators provide an invaluable service to people in need of assistance on the federally controlled waterways. Maritime SAR Coordinators oversee the activation, planning, and coordination, of Maritime Search and Rescue with the help of strategically located Canadian Coast Guard SAR vessels, Royal Canadian Air Force resources, and partners like police, fire, and emergency medical services (EMS).

Using highly advanced computer and communication systems, you are part of a team that solves marine SAR cases. A Marine SAR Coordinator constantly monitors environmental and traffic conditions in order to be situationally aware and provide effective and efficient responses to all situations. Although this job can be very demanding at times, it is also rewarding, thrilling and empowering. When the Canadian Coast Guard is recognized for its contribution to the search and rescue mission – it is the Marine SAR Coordinator on duty they are thanking.

This is a challenge worth taking.

“This is a challenging and rewarding place to work. There are days when you have contributed to saving multiple lives and brought people back to their loved ones. I use every ounce of my marine experience as a Search and Rescue Coordinator.”

WHY WORK WITH US?

The Search and Rescue Coordinator is a shore opportunity that allows you to:
• Keep your Transport Canada Watchkeeping Mate (or higher) certificate
• Spend more time with family and friends. You will work on a rotating shift schedule.
• Enjoy generous paid time off.
• Contribute to one of the best pension plans in Canada as well as benefit from excellent medical/dental insurance coverage.

Pension link: https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/pension-plan/prospective-members.html

Insurance link: https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/benefit-plans/prospective-employees-public-service-group-insurance-benefit-plan-members.html

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
1. High school diploma or acceptable combination of education, training and experience.
2. Watchkeeping Mate certificate OR Watchkeeping Mate, Near Coastal certificate of Competency issued under the Canada Shipping Act, 2001 Marine Personnel Regulations SOR/2007-115 (or equivalent).

Degree equivalency

Experience
1. Twelve (12) months sea time experience as navigation officer in charge of a watch in BC coastal waters (Victoria search and rescue region).
2. Experience working with Marine Communications and Traffic Services
3. Experience working with Vessel Traffic Services
4. Experience working with the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre
5. Experience with on scene coordination in a SAR incident

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE
1. Knowledge of the Canadian SAR system Canadian Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue Manual (CAMSAR)
2. Knowledge of the Global SAR system International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue Manual (IAMSAR)
3. Knowledge of local area geography
4. Knowledge of Canada Shipping Act, International Maritime Organization , IAMSAR and Safety of Life at Sea convention

COMPETENCIES
1. Strategic Thinking
2. Dealing with Crises
3. Building Partnerships

ABILITIES
1. Ability to analyze information critically and make decisions.
2. Ability to communicate effectively orally.
3. Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
4. Ability to work under pressure.
5. Ability to think critically
6. Ability to make decisions and communicate them

PERSONAL SUITABILITY
1. Teamwork / good interpersonal relations
2. Fortitude
3. Judgment
4. Initiative
5. Decisiveness

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

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Willingness to work on a rotating shift schedule used to maintain a 24/7 service.
• Willingness to be part of a stand-by schedule with possibility of call back for overtime work.
• Maritime search and rescue coordinators must wear CCG uniform while on duty as described on the CCG uniform’s guidelines.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
• Valid Health Canada Medical – in accordance with position standards
• The successful completion of the following three courses within 12 months from appointment to the position in addition to the appropriate On-Job-Training program is mandatory:
- Maritime Search Planning Course (MSP)
- Search and Rescue (SAR) Mission Coordinator Course (SMC)
- SAR Mobile Facilities/On-Scene coordinator Course (SMF/OSC);

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

Indeterminate employees at the same group and level or equivalent may be considered for deployment. If no deployment is made, applicants from other groups and levels will be considered in the advertised appointment process.

A written examination may be administered.

An interview may be administered.

Reference checks may be sought; candidates are expected to bring their list of references to the interview (3 supervisors).

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

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact candidates when the screening process is completed.

E-mail correspondence will be used as the main method of communication for this selection process; therefore, please provide a valid e-mail address. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.

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 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.