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Reference number: RSN24J-040095-000406
Selection process number: 2024-RSN-EA-CFS-639933
Natural Resources Canada- Canadian Forest Service - Great Lakes Forestry Centre
Sault Ste. Marie (Ontario)
PC-02
$82,727 to $99,178
For further information on the organization, please visit Natural Resources Canada.
Closing date: 24 November 2024 - 23:59, Pacific Time
Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
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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.
Works within the Integrative Ecology and Economics Group to support the day-to-day management and maintenance of the Team’s geo-spatial data. Works in collaboration with scientific colleagues and other stakeholders to develop, test and implement new knowledge into tools and applications.
Investigate and incorporate biotic and abiotic data and models into information systems applications.
Perform data management functions in support of the biotic and abiotic data.
Provide programming support for Group’s Applications and Models.
Perform spatial data management and data integration functions that support an integrated systems approach to Sustainable Forest Management data and systems.
As necessary, support GLFC Integrated Systems reporting commitments and other activities.
Work environment 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.
The Great Lakes Forestry Centre is an internationally recognized forest science centre specializing in forest insect pest management, forest ecology, productivity, and impact of forest disturbances. A diverse group of scientific researchers, policy analysts, and administrative staff work to maintain a creative and stimulating work environment. The research centre is located in the Great Lakes region with easy access to many outdoor activities during all seasons.
Please note that we are following the current TBS hybrid work policy.
Intent of the process The intent of this process is to staff 1 term position. Additionally, a pool of candidates may be established through this process to fill the same or similar positions with various tenures (term or indeterminate) within Natural Resources Canada.
Positions to be filled: 1
Information you must provide 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 physics, geology, chemistry or some other science relevant to the position such as computer science, earth sciences, forestry, geography, economics or mathematics.
Experience:
• EX1: Experience in preparing and analysing large datasets in a scientific environment.
• EX2: Experience in using computer programming languages for scientific modelling and simulation.
The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job) Knowledge:
• KN1: Knowledge of mathematical and statistical algorithms.
• KN2: Knowledge of at least one programming language: C++, C, Python, R or MATLAB.
Abilities:
• AB1: Ability to communicate effectively orally.
• AB2: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
Personal Suitability:
• PS1: Adaptability
• PS2: Analytical thinking
• PS3: Effective interpersonal skills
• PS4: Judgment
The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job) Asset Qualifications:
• AQ1: Advanced Science degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a field of Natural or Physical Sciences, Computer Science, Geography, Mathematics, Physics, Economics or another science relevant to the position.
• AQ2: Experience in contributing to scientific reports, papers and publications.
• AQ3: Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems including ESRI and open sources software such as QGIS.
• AQ4: Knowledge of linear programming and optimization.
• AQ5: Knowledge of forestry, ecology and wildfire science.
Conditions of employment Reliability Status security clearance
Valid driver’s license.
Willing and able to travel.
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.
All applications must be submitted online through the GC Jobs website. To submit an application on-line, please select the button “Apply Online” below. Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact the person named below.
For this selection process, it is our intention to communicate with candidates via email for screening and 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.
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 you are selected for further consideration, please advise the person who will contact you of any accommodations you may require during the selection process.
Candidates are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Candidates are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.
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.
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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