Environmental Response 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

All communication and information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to the close of process, may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position.

For general information when applying on a selection process please visit https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs.html

Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard are stronger and most effective when we reflect the diversity of the Canadian population we serve. In support of achieving a diversified workforce, first consideration may be given to candidates self-declaring as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and Women. As part of your application to this selection process, we invite you to self-declare which employment equity group(s) you belong to. To learn more, visit our website on Self-declaring for Government of Canada jobs. https://www.canada.ca/en/services/jobs/opportunities/government/self-declaring-government-canada-jobs.html

Duties

The Canadian Coast Guard is the lead federal agency for the response component of Canada’s Marine Oil Spill Preparedness Response Regime. The Environmental Response program monitors or manages the clean-up efforts for any ship-source or mystery source pollution incident in waters under Canadian jurisdiction. Under the direction of a CCG Environmental Response Senior Response Officer, this position carries out environmental response duties in the marine environment as part of the Canadian Coast Guard’s federal mandate. Key activities may include response to pollution incidents in the field, operation and maintenance of vessels, pollution response equipment and vehicles, supporting development and implementation of Environmental Response planning, training and exercises as well as carrying out administrative duties at the headquarters area.

Work environment

The Canadian Coast Guard offers the chance to save lives; protect Canada’s pristine environment; contribute to Canada’s growing economy; and travel to areas so remote that your only neighbour is wildlife. As an organization, we operate ships of all types; cutting-edge helicopters; and employ about 4,500 people, who work tirelessly to protect and secure Canada’s vast and rugged coastline.

We are growing and looking for members who have a passion for helping others and who will bring innovative ideas, creativity, energy, enthusiasm and willingness to contribute and influence our path to a brighter future.

The Canadian Coast Guard has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People in 2024! Apply now so you don’t miss the boat!

For more information on careers at DFO: http://www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/career-carriere-eng.htm
For more information on careers at CCG: http://www.ccg-gcc.gc.ca/College-and-Careers/home

What we offer:

1. Competitive salaries – with a salary range that brings annual increases to most employees, up to a maximum amount.
2. Continuous learning and career advancement - Build your career within the Federal Government!
3. Advantageous pension regime and benefits.
4. Three weeks of holidays per year when you start.
5. Flexible work arrangements – possibility of flexible hours to help you balance your personal and work life.

Intent of the process

This process may be used to staff similar positions of various tenures (for example term and indeterminate).

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

You may apply online or by email to .

STEP ONE: Please complete the screening questions.

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

EDUCATION:
Successful completion of secondary school or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
Experience working in a marine environment.
Experience liaising with public or private partner organizations.
Experience preparing reports and documents using computer software such as but not limited to MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook.

STEPS TWO & THREE – TESTING/INTERVIEW
WHAT YOU MUST HAVE (essential) IN ORDER TO BE SUCCESSFUL AT THIS STEP

KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of hydrocarbons (characteristics and behaviour in marine environments)
Knowledge of the Incident Command System
Knowledge of seafaring practices, vessel management and operation
Knowledge of operating principles for marine oil pollution clean-up equipment

ABILITIES:
Ability to analyze and solve problems
Ability to apply operational standards and procedures
Ability to communicate effectively orally
Ability to communicate effectively in writing

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
Effective interpersonal skills
Initiative
Judgment

STEP FOUR – REFERENCES
WHAT YOU MUST HAVE (essential) IN ORDER TO BE SUCCESSFUL AT THIS STEP

If you are successful to this phase, you will be asked to provide 2 work related references.

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

WHAT WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE, AND MAY ALSO BE ASSESSED AT STEP ONE – ONLINE APPLICATION

ASSET EDUCATION:
Graduation with a degree or diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in a field relevant to Environmental Response

Degree equivalency

Incident Command System Certificate
Transport Canada – Small Vessels Operator Proficiency (SVOP) Certification
Radio Operator Certificate - Restricted Operator Certificate (Maritime Commercial)
Marine First Aid Certificate
Canadian Coast Guard Rigid Hull Inflatable Operator Training (RHIOT) certification
Marine Emergency Duties Certification
A certificate of competency issued by Transport Canada for example: Bridge Watch Certificate, Watchkeeping Mate, Master 60 Ton or higher
Marine Mechanic Certificate
Environmental Response Training

ASSET EXPERIENCE:
Experience responding to marine pollution incidents
Experience in equipment lifecycle management
Experience in developing operational exercises
Experience with the Incident Command System
Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams
Experience providing operational training, briefings or presentations
Experience in small craft operations
Experience operating equipment for example forklifts, hoists, trailers, all-terrain vehicles etc.
Experience in emergency contingency planning

ORGANIZATIONAL NEED
Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard are committed to establishing and maintaining a workforce representative of the population it serves. In order to achieve this representative workforce, preference may be given to candidates who, at the time of application, indicate that they are belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups (self-declaration): Indigenous peoples, Women, Visible Minorities and Persons with Disabilities.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Willing and able to travel including travel to remote locations by various modes of transportation (e.g. small and large aircraft, all-terrain vehicles, boats, helicopter, etc.)
Willing and able to work weekends and evenings
Willing and able to work overtime
Willing and able to be on standby
Adherence to the CCG Respiratory Protection Program
Requirement to wear and maintain a uniform, safety footwear and personal protective equipment

Conditions of employment

Various levels of Security Clearance (Reliability or Secret) depending on the position
Valid Health Canada Occupational Health Assessment Report - Category III, Scientific Personnel Field
Possession of a valid unrestricted class 5 driver's license

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

The STAR method is an example of how to structure your answers to ensure you provide enough detail.
S -Situation : Detail the background and provide context. Where and When?
T -Task : Describe the challenge and expectations. What needed to be done and why?
A -Action : Elaborate on your specific action. What did you do and how? What tools did you use?
R - Results : Explain the results: accomplishments, recognition, etc. Quantify.

It is your responsibility to ensure that your email and contact information are maintained with the hiring board AND in your Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS) account. All communication for this process will be conducted via the email address provided in your application AND via your PSRS account. It is your responsibility to ensure that you check for messages regularly and to ensure that your email address accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email or filter them to a junk mail folder). Failure to respond to key messages may result in your being eliminated from this process.

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

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.

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice.

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.