Regional Senior Resource Management Officer

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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.

Work environment

Fisheries and Oceans Canada is responsible for policies and programs in support of Canada's economic, ecological and scientific interests in oceans and inland waters; for the conservation and sustainable utilization of Canada's fisheries resources in marine and inland waters; for leading and facilitating federal policies and programs on oceans; and for safe, effective and environmentally sound marine services responsive to the needs of Canadians in a global economy.

Are you a resourceful multi-tasker who thrives on variety and collaboration? Do you want to connect with an amazing team of professionals who share your passion and commitment to service excellence?

We are a team of dedicated and dynamic professionals looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our community of thousands of talented and diverse employees. Our employees make a difference in Canada by bringing a range of skill and experience to the work they do.

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 Life Speak, which is an innovative health and wellness platform, Public Service Resourcing System
• 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.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff various positions in Vancouver, Nanaimo, Campbell River, Courtenay, BC.

A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff similar positions on an indeterminate, acting, specified period, deployment, or assignment basis, as needed.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter

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

Education:
• Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in a field relevant to the duties of the position or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
• Experience analyzing complex issues and providing strategic advice and recommendations to senior management on complex programs, policies, or issues.
• Experience consulting and/or collaborating with Indigenous groups, stakeholders, co-management agencies or other levels of government.
• Experience managing or coordinating a program or projects related to resource management.
• Experience in developing, interpreting, analyzing, or implementing legislation, regulations, policies, or procedures.
• Experience in the preparation of briefings (written and oral), reports, presentations or correspondence for senior management

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Abilities and Skills:
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing
• Ability to communicate orally.
• Ability to organize and set priorities

Personal Suitability
• Create Vision and Strategy
• Mobilize People
• Uphold Integrity and Respect
• Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
• Promote innovation and guide change
• Achieve Results

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

Education:
• Master's Degree or Post-Graduate Diploma in a field related to the position, such as commerce, biology, ecology, natural or aquatic resource management, economics, or other specialization relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
• Experience representing your organization on a working group or committee.
• Experience researching or working on marine mammals or marine mammal management issues.
• Experience managing human resources.
• Experience managing financial resources.
• Experience with natural resource management, marine conservation, or marine spatial planning.
• Experience analyzing and interpreting scientific information
• Experience with fisheries or aquaculture management.
• Experience with salmon management.
• Experience with economic analyses relating to natural resources.

Knowledge:
• Knowledge of marine mammals and/or marine mammal management issues.
• Knowledge of the fisheries and/or aquaculture sector in British Columbia, including issues, stakeholders, and management.

Operational Requirements:
• Willingness and ability to travel
• Willingness and ability to work overtime on occasion, including weekends.

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

In support of achieving a diverse workforce, selection may be limited to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and women.

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.