Biologist - Stream A: Operational Program Head / Stream B: Analytical Program Head

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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.

A covering letter "Please explain how you meet essential education and experience qualifications."

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 working collaboratively with clients or stakeholders such as other government departments or agencies, non-government organizations, First Nations or industry representatives.
Significant** experience leading or participating in multi-disciplinary teams focused on science based program delivery.
Experience in managing financial and human resources.
Experience preparing and publishing peer reviewed literature and/or technical reports.
Significant** experience in conducting and reporting on quantitative analyses of biological data related to fish population dynamics or stock assessments.

** Significant is understood to mean the depth and breadth of experience normally associated with having performed the full range of activities related to the individual experience factor).

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of the biology and population ecology of Pacific Salmon.
Knowledge of fish stock management concepts and methodologies used to evaluate the status of salmon populations.
Knowledge of fish stock assessment methods and models.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to analyze and interpret biological data using MS Excel.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Effective interpersonal skills.

Create vision and strategy.
Mobilize people.
Uphold integrity and respect.
Collaborate with partners and stakeholders.
Achieve results.
Promote innovation and guide change.

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

A Masters or Doctoral degree from a recognized university with a specialization in natural, physical, or applied sciences or other specialization relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

Both streams
Experience designing surveys to monitor and assess fisheries or fish populations.

Stream A
Experience in developing and directing stock assessments of fish populations.

Stream B
Significant**experience in stock assessment of fisheries resources including identifying problems and solutions, and communicating recommendations to decision makers on fisheries issues.
Experience writing code using a modern programming language (e.g. R, ADMB, etc.) to analyze and interpret biological data.

Operational Requirements
May be required to work and live in remote field camps and locations for periods up to 3 weeks annually.
May be required annually, for periods up to 3 weeks, to travel to and from meetings in support of program activities.
May be required to work in and around rivers and lakes.
May be required to work overtime, weekends and variable hours to meet operational needs.
May be required to travel to the United States of America.
May be required to fly in helicopters and small fixed wing aircraft.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Security Clearance. Secret Status may be required for certain positions.
Health Canada Medical Clearance.
Travel to attend meetings and/or conduct field work.
A valid BC Class 5 driver's licence.
Oath of Affirmation.
Attain training and maintain certifications for mandatory and departmental requirements.

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.