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The PC-03 science project officer will be assisting geoscience-related federal government funded research projects, i.e. related to surficial geology, bedrock geology, geophysics, geochemistry and energy. The PC-03 will be responsible for supporting the implementation of scientific project directions set by Science Managers and project operational requirements to ensure successful completion of project and program deliverables and outcomes. As research will take place in Northern Canada, particular attention must be paid to Northern policies relating to engagement with northerners and procurement.
The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of how scientific research is conducted in the Canadian north as well as knowledge of financial management, contracting and procurement practices.
The following are descriptions of the position duties:
• Ensures information in the project tracking system (e.g. activity workbooks and financial blackbooks) is up to date, liaising with Research Leads as required.
• Supports Managers with project budgets (in collaboration with financial advisor), exercises project management responsibility and financial authority when Managers are away.
• Works with Research Leads to develop procurement strategies and best contracting approaches with external service providers, works with Shared Services Office (SSO) and Polar Continental Shelf Program (PCSP) to implement those strategies, and resolve procurement/ equipment, and other issues as they arise.
• Completes agreements with external collaborators and required amendments in a timely manner.
• Supports the scientific and operational requirements of projects, and works with Research Leads, Managers, and engagement staff in responding to project needs such as licensing and acquisitions.
• Promotes open communications by providing regular updates to Managers and GEM-GeoNorth Coordination Office (i.e. progress, deliverables, timing, information requests, suggesting agenda items for meetings, etc.).
• Works with scientists to ensure progress and that logistics-related issues and delays are managed and provides solutions to ensure timely delivery.
• Works with Polar Continental Shelf Program (PCSP) on managing Field Equipment Unit orders, shipping, returning equipment, samples, etc.
• Contributes to the development of horizontal procedures relating to logistics or finances that help standardize program operations.
At Natural Resources Canada, a Federal government job means developing leadership skills, fostering teamwork, and supporting creativity and innovation. We know it takes people from diverse pools of talent to make this happen. That is why we are looking for people like you. As an employee at Natural Resources Canada, you can enjoy diverse employment opportunities, a range of career development programs, and a learning culture that supports you to learn on an ongoing basis. We support balancing your work and private life by offering the benefits of flexible work arrangements.
NRCan has transitioned to a hybrid work environment which offers employees the opportunity to telework and work from the designated work location, subject to operational requirements. This position will require an in-office presence for a minimum of three (3) days a week.
The immediate intent of this process is to staff two (2) sunset term positions in Ottawa, Ontario within Natural Resources Canada by establishing a pool of partially qualified candidates within Natural Resources Canada with various language requirements, conditions of employment and locations. This process will also be used to staff future needs/vacancies.
Positions to be filled: 2
Your résumé.
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution, with acceptable specialization in geology, or other science relevant to the position such as Earth sciences or geography.
Note:
1. The courses for the specialization must be acceptable and must have been taken at a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily within a degree program in the required specialization.
Experience
Approximately two years of experience in the following:
• Experience in implementing scientific activities.
• Experience in preparing or contributing to scientific or technical reports or briefing notes.
• Experience in providing advice to management on science or technical operations or activities.
• Experience compiling information and data in spreadsheets such as Microsoft Excel.
Asset Education
Graduation with a masters’ degree in geosciences or other relevant training.
Various language requirements
English Essential and Bilingual - Imperative BBB/BBB
Information on language requirements
Knowledge
• Knowledge of project management phases.
• Knowledge of how scientific research is conducted in the Canadian north.
• Knowledge of financial management, contracting and procurement practices.
Abilities & Competencies
• Analytical thinking
• Change management
• Planning and organizing
• Teamwork
• Ability to effectively communicate orally
• Ability to effectively communicate in writing
Personal Suitability
• Effective interpersonal relationships
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Initiative
• Dependability
Asset Experience
• Experience in developing and implementing science activities in the Canadian North.
• Experience in financial management.
• Experience in data management or data analysis.
• Experience conducting geoscience research in the field.
• Experience working with MS Project or similar project management software.
• Experience working with PowerBI to generate dashboards or summaries with graphs.
• Advanced experience with MS Excel functionality such as being able to use financial formulas, generate graphs or create pivot tables.
Operational Requirement
• Is willing and able to work overtime.
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
Reference checks will be sought.
An interview will be administered.
You must provide proof of your education credentials.
Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice.
The ability to effectively communicate in writing may be assessed throughout your application (Résumé, answers to the screening questions and exam).
Additional Points:
For this selection process, our intention is to communicate with applicants by e-mail for screening/assessment purposes (including issuing screening results and sending invitations for written tests and interviews). To that end, you must include a valid email address in your application. It is your responsibility to ensure that this address is functional and that it accepts messages from unknown users. It is also your responsibility to ensure accurate information is provided and updated as required.
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We will only contact successful applicants when the screening process has been completed.
Candidates are required to meet the Essential Qualifications. Asset Qualifications may be applied at any point in the assessment process. Therefore, you are strongly encouraged to answer Asset Qualifications questions in your online application. Candidates do not need to meet any/all of the Asset Qualifications for consideration; however, possessing any/all of the Asset Qualifications may increase the likelihood of being considered for an appointment.
A random and/or top-down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.
Candidates should be prepared to provide proof of education (copy of degree/diploma) and citizenship or permanent resident status. If you have obtained education outside Canada, you will be required to submit proof of evaluation of Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca.
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.