Job Description
Regional Environmental Preparedness and Response Officer Reference number: MOT24J-061095-000252 Selection process number: 24-MOT-EA-HRS-04644 Transport Canada - Marine Safety and Security St. John's (Newfoundland and Labrador), Dartmouth (Nova Scotia) GT-05 $84,174 to $95,704 For further information on the organization, please visit Interested in some tips on how to apply for this job? Check out this video! Closing date: 12 July 2024 - 23:59, Pacific Time Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad. 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. ❗❗ ❗❗ —————————————— ⇒ For this selection process, only a and a is required. There are no screening or text questions. ⇒ It is your responsibility as a candidate to submit a , which clearly outlines and provides concrete examples with details that show how you meet each of the screening qualifications under , . For example, the best approach is to use each screening qualification as a heading and provide a description outlining how that qualification is met. A concrete example includes the context, duration, task and specific responsibilities that you had and actions you took. Failure to clearly demonstrate how you meet the screening criteria may result in the . ⇒ Your cover letter will be used as the primary tool in the screening process. The résumé may be used to substantiate the information provided. Candidates who are missing information or submit incomplete information could be screened out. and could result in the rejection of your application if it does not meet our standards. Please note that if you meet the screening qualifications, your ability to communicate effectively in writing will also be assessed with a written exam. ⇒ Please note that if you have previously participated to the : - - - - , your results may be applied to the current selection process. This will be confirmed during the assessment stage of the selection process. You are required to apply to this selection process to be considered ⇒ Please carefully read the " " section of this advertisement as there is important information regarding your application. Duties Transport Canada (TC) provides strategic advice and regulatory expertise to support planning efforts across the country, as well as identify and assess policy, legislative and regulatory changes. TC staff contribute to the development of response plans as well as supporting other essential response planning-related activities. : Ensure regulatory compliance of oil handling facilities (OHF) and response organizations (RO) certified by Transport Canada: conduct site inspections, review prevention and emergency plans and evaluate oil pollution exercises. In the event of non-compliance, follow up on files in collaboration with the Regional Enforcement Unit (REU). Participate in the development of working tools and policy implementation through regional and national working groups. Develop and maintain relationships with the shipping and oil handling industry as well as key partners (federal, provincial) of Canada's Ship source Oil Spill Preparedness and Response Regime. Work environment Environmental Preparedness and Response Officers work in an environment where the level of stress can be high due to the possible negative impact of errors, as well as the risk of potential or actual conflict. As they ensure compliance with regulations, officers must obtain the designation of Marine Safety Inspector in Environmental Response. They have important responsibilities and their decisions have a direct impact on the safety of Canadians. Intent of the process The intent of this process is to create a pool of partially and/or fully qualified candidates for anticipatory needs to staff identical or similar positions on an indeterminate or term basis with an English Essential language profile and with Reliability security requirements within Transport Canada. Positions to be filled: 1 Information you must provide Your résumé. A covering letter "Please see instructions in the ''important messages'' section." The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job) English essential ——————— ——————— . A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives*. *A satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience. ———————— ———————— . Experience applying acts, regulations or policies. . Experience in regulatory oversight or monitoring activities. . Experience carrying out analysis AND making recommendations. . Experience organizing a large workload. ————————— ————————— . Digital literacy . Working effectively with others . Working effectively with others . Showing initiative and being action-oriented —————— —————— . Ability to communicate effectively in writing. . Ability to communicate effectively orally. . Ability to interpret and explain legislation. . Ability to analyze information, to synthesize and provide relevant advice. The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job) —————————— —————————— . Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution. ——————————— ——————————— . Experience in the field of environmental emergencies and/or contingency planning. —————————————— —————————————— In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: aboriginal peoples, persons with a disability, visible minorities and women. ———————————————— ✅ ———————————————— . Willing and able to work outside business hours and on weekends, occasionally and on short notice. . Able to lift loads up to 30 kg. . Willing and able to travel via all modes of transportation occasionally and on short notice, including travel to remote or isolated locations. Conditions of employment ———————————————— ———————————————— - Reliability Status security clearance - A valid Driver’s licence issued by a province or territory in Canada. 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. ⇒ For this selection process, our intention is to communicate with applicants by - for screening/assessment purposes (including issuing screening results and sending invitations for written tests and interviews). - . It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure that this address is functional and that it accepts messages from unknown users (some e-mail systems block these types of e-mails). It is recommended to include an alternate e-mail address in your profile. It is also the candidate's responsibility to ensure accurate information is provided and updated as required. ⇒ Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Please indicate your preferred official language in your application. ⇒ Persons who cannot apply online or persons with disabilities preventing them from applying online are asked to inform the contact person responsible for this process prior to the closing date.