Stock Assessment Operational Biologist

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Assessment accommodation

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified candidates will be created as a result of this process. This process may be used to staff similar positions of various tenures in various locations. Locations may be, but are not limited to, Delta (Annacis Island) and Kamloops, BC.

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)

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.

Degree equivalency

Experience in conducting stock assessments of anadromous salmonids.
Experience in quantitative analysis of biological data using computer software to analyse and report results.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of the biology of Pacific Salmon.
Knowledge of field enumeration techniques related to the enumeration of juvenile and adult salmonid populations.
Knowledge of fish stock management concepts and their inter-relationships with stock assessment.
Knowledge of statistical methodology applied to fish population studies.

Ability to plan, organize and carry out assignments.
Ability to problem solve.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively independently and as a member of a team.

Effective interpersonal skills.
Initiative.
Flexibility.
Reliability.
Judgement.

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

A graduate degree in the fields of biology, resource management, fisheries statistics, quantitative ecology or other relevant area.

Degree equivalency

Experience designing, conducting, analyzing and reporting stock assessments of anadromous salmonids.
Experience in data management.
Experience in quantitative and statistical analysis.
Experience preparing technical or scientific reports.
Experience working with public and private groups, First Nations, or other government agencies.
Experience in the application of acoustic enumeration techniques of salmon populations.

Knowledge of field enumeration techniques relating to all fresh water life history phases of Pacific Salmon.
Knowledge of the fisheries, gear types, stakeholders and First Nations interests regarding Pacific Region salmon populations.

Employment Equity objectives may be considered in candidate selection.

Valid CCG Pleasure Craft Operator Card.
Work overtime including weekends, shiftwork and variable hours, as required to meet operational needs.
Travel to attend meetings and/or conduct field work in remote locations in Canada or the United States.
Working around, on or in water, including lakes and swiftwater environments.
Participate in periods of strenuous physical work associated with field activities.
Flying in helicopters and small fixed-wing aircraft.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

A valid BC Class 5 driver's licence or equivalent.
Health Canada Medical Clearance.
Valid first aid certification (minimum level 1) with CPR.
Attain and maintain certifications as may be required to meet Departmental health and safety standards

Those selected must meet and maintain the above Condition(s) of Employment throughout their employment.

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.