Cost Recovery Analyst

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Assessment accommodation

Candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet the education and experience criteria listed in the essential and asset qualifications (other qualifications). It should not be assumed that the screening board has any previous knowledge of your background, qualifications, or work history. You must be specific and provide concrete examples/details for each criteria, as applications will be screened only on the information provided and you will not have an opportunity to provide clarification about your answers. Failure to provide the information in the requested format may result in your application being rejected.

This position is based in Victoria, British Columbia, with the majority of the work being completed in person at the Coast Guard base. Remote work arrangements are not available for this position.

Duties

The Cost Recovery Analyst supports the Canadian Coast Guard Mandate as the Federal lead for all ship source and mystery source spills, by drawing together case files at the termination of a response and submitting claims to the Ship Source Oil Pollution Fund on behalf of the crown. This position works closely with Coast Guard response teams and management to maximize the recovery of costs absorbed by the crown during response activities. An understanding of the Canadian spill response regime, Coast Guard Environmental Response program, file management, an eye for detail, and the ability to meet deadlines are critical to success in the role.

Intent of the process

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

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education:
A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and /or experience.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
• Experience in providing strategic advice and recommendations to Management.
• Experience using spreadsheet software such as Excel, at an intermediate level.
• Experience analyzing data and preparing reports for management.
• Experience developing and maintaining collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience interpreting and applying regulations, policies, procedures or guidelines.

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

Education:
Graduation with a degree from a recognized university.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
• Experience in leading multi-jurisdictional and/or multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience in supporting maritime response activities.
• Experience in using the Incident Command System.
• Experience working with Indigenous partners.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
• Knowledge of the mandate of the Canadian Coast Guard
• Knowledge of Canada’s marine legislation

Ability:
• Ability to establish priorities and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to analyze data and provide recommendations
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally.

Personal Suitability:
• Thinking things through
• Adaptability
• Effective Interpersonal Relationships

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

Organizational Needs:
The Canadian Coast Guard is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. This organizational need may be identified as part of the appointment decision. In such cases, qualified candidates who self-declare as members of a visible minority group, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities or women (in non-traditional occupations) would be considered.

Operational Requirements:
• Ability and willingness to travel.
• Working overtime when required, sometimes on short notice.

Conditions of employment

Secret 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.