Resource Management Officer II

SELECTION PROCESS CANCELLED

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity has been cancelled.

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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.
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We prefer to accept online applications for this process. Persons who are unable to apply online must contact Human Resources rhpnmr-rmnphr@pc.gc.ca prior to the closing date with a resume and cover letter that clearly demonstrates how they meet the education and experience requirements; quoting the selection process number (located in the top right corner of the advertisement) in the subject line.

In support of achieving a representative workforce and our diversity, equity and inclusion goals, preferred consideration may be given to qualified candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the equity seeking groups: *Indigenous Peoples, Racialized Communities, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+.

*In this process, we are using the terms “Indigenous Peoples’’ and “Racialized Communities” as they align with international usage and in this process, replace the legislative terms “Aboriginal peoples” and “Visible Minorities’’ that appear in the Employment Equity Act and the Employment Equity Regulations. The definitions have not changed.

Duties

Delivers technical and analytical services in applied science, monitoring, and active management related to a resource management program.

Work environment

Riding Mountain National Park is located in Treaty 2 Territory, the Anishinaabe homelands, where we work with the Coalition of First Nations with Interests in Riding Mountain National Park to foster positive and collaborative relationships to protect and present the natural and cultural heritage for all Canadians. Riding Mountain National Park located approximately 3.5 hours northwest of Winnipeg, protects 3,000 square kilometers of land and waters, and is home to a staggering diversity of living things.

Approximately 350,000 visitors come to Riding Mountain National Park throughout the entire year. Our dynamic and diverse staff work hard to provide our visitors with a memorable experience, whether they prefer to stay in the townsite of Wasagaming to shop and explore, or immerse themselves in nature on our pristine trails and backcountry campsites. We provide our visitors with unique and adventurous experiences in every season so there is always a reason for them to visit the park.

Intent of the process

This process will be used to staff one Resource Management Officer position in Riding Mountain National Park on a 1.0 FTE indeterminate basis. This process may also be used to create a pool of qualified candidates to staff similar position(s) with various tenures, security levels and/or language requirements.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 3 references.

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

A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training and experience.

Degree equivalency

• Experience planning and leading fieldwork on monitoring, research, or resource conservation programs related to aquatic ecosystems;
• Experience using a variety of aquatic data/sample collection equipment;
• Experience synthesizing scientific and technical information to provide recommendations and/or advice about natural resource management;
• Experience leading the preparation of technical/scientific reports and manuscripts, presentations, web site information, public presentations, or displays.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

Graduation with a degree from a recognized educational institution with specialization related to environmental and/or natural sciences (e.g. biology, ecology, geology)

Graduation with a master’s degree from a recognized educational institution with specialization related to environmental and/or natural sciences. (e.g. biology, ecology, geology).

Degree equivalency

• Experience in carrying out projects in collaboration with Indigenous groups or Indigenous organizations;
• Experience consulting and collaborating with stakeholder groups, partner agencies and jurisdictions, Indigenous partners, and the public;
• Experience supervising, training, guiding, and monitoring the work of assigned personnel;
• Experience with any of the following phases of field research or monitoring projects: design, logistics, definition of data/sample collection requirements, data/sample analysis using statistics, and presentation of results.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

• Knowledge of concepts and practices of freshwater ecology, limnology, fisheries, aquatic invasive species, and watershed management;
• Knowledge of specialized technical and aquatic and scientific equipment operation and maintenance;
• Knowledge of aquatic sampling techniques and methods.

• Ability to plan, implement, and manage complex projects (including financial management) in areas such as freshwater and aquatic invasive species monitoring and research, fisheries management, training, and Indigenous partnerships;
• Ability to follow appropriate protocols for data/sample collection and compilation, and to conduct active resource management activity;
• Ability to conduct analysis of spatial and non-spatial data using various media and software;
• Ability to prepare and present scientific reports and to communicate with a variety of audiences using a variety of techniques;
• Ability to lead and motivate staff;
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment.

LEADERSHIP ATTRIBUTES
• Exercises sound judgment;
• Shares Parks Canada’s vision;
• Makes things happen;
• Communicates effectively;
• Takes responsibility and demonstrates integrity;
• Strives for excellence;
• Personally connects with others.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - • Reliability Status security clearance.

• Reliability Status security clearance;
• Possess a valid drivers license;
• Will be required to undergo and pass pre-placement and periodic medical checks;
• St. John’s Ambulance Standard First Aid Certificate (or equivalent) and CPR certificate;
• Successful completion of the Canadian Firearm Safety course;
• Valid Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL).


OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform and prescribed protective equipment;
• Willingness to work and/or travel in varied terrain, weather conditions, isolated locations and by various means of transportation;
• Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays, when required;
• Willingness to obtain certification in the operation of various forms of ground (e.g. all-terrain vehicles) and marine (motorized and non-motorized vessels) as required.

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

For tips to navigate the application process step by step, refer to the following site: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GW7P3g9hhI.

ASSESSMENT
∙ A written examination may be administered
∙ An interview will be administered
∙ Reference checks will be sought

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

Parks Canada is 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 contact identified below or the agency 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.

Those selected for an interview should be prepared to provide the following information:
∙ Names of their references
∙ Proof of education credentials, in the form of a diploma or official transcript.

Please note that your overall conduct and communications, including email correspondence, throughout the entire process may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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