Senior Science Advisor to the Director General - Ottawa, ON, Canada - Employment and Social Development Canada
Description
Senior Science Advisor to the Director General
Reference number: RSN24J
Selection process number: 2024-RSN-EA-LMS
Natural Resources Canada- Lands and Minerals Sector
Ottawa(Ontario)
PC-04
$112,942 to $132,698
For further information on the organization, please visit Natural Resources Canada
Why work with us
Closing date:6 May :59, Pacific Time
Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.Apply online
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.
The Government of Canada is committed to building a skilled workforce that is representative of Canada's diversity, which includes the recruitment of Canadian Veterans and releasing Canadian Armed Forces personnel:
We encourage applicants to identify any abilities, competencies, and/or experiences acquired through employment with the Canadian Armed Forces where applicable.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. 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.Intent of the process
The intent of this selection process is to staff a full-time indeterminate position.
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.
Experience
- Significant experience* in managing and coordinating cross-cutting policy, program, and business files (such as integrated business plan, program evaluations and audits, priority setting exercises, budget proposals, outreach activities, etc.)
- Experience in planning and conducting technical, regulatory, or scientific research or studies for the development and implementation of programs or initiatives
- Experience in providing expert advice to senior officials**
- Experience in reporting and presenting analysis or research findings
- Experience in planning and conducting engagement activities with internal and external stakeholders
** Senior officials are defined as Director level and above
If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)
Asset Qualifications:
- Experience working in a research and development organization
- Experience working on issues that require expertise in science and policy integration
The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)
Knowledge
- Knowledge of NRCan mandate, vision, and strategic priorities
- Knowledge of the Canadian mining industry and related technology and innovation challenges
- Knowledge of the Green Mining Innovation program and its relevance to Departmental plans and priorities
Abilities/Competencies
- Ability to plan and conduct reviews of detailed analytical and scientific studies
- Ability to review and analyze complex technical information with a view to formulating potential solutions
- Ability to concisely and accurately document findings in briefings, presentations, and reports
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing
- Ability to perform under pressure
Personal Suitability
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Judgement
- Initiative
The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)
Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women
Organizational Needs:
Natural Resources Canada is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. This organizational need may be identified as part of the appointment decision. In such cases, qualified candidates who self-declare as members of a visible minority group, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities or women could be considered in priority.
Conditions of employment
Secret security clearance
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.
The hiring organization will accept applications on-line only. All job applications must therefore be submitted through the Government of Canada 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.
It is our intention to communicate with candidates via email for assessment purposes. This will include communication of invitations to written tests and interviews. To that end, candidates must include a valid email address in their application. It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure that this address is functional and that it accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). It is also the candidate's responsibility to ensure accurate information is provided and updated as required. Candidates invited to an interview will be required to bring proof of their education credentials, in the form of a diploma or official transcript (original documents only). Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at Reference checks may be sought. An interview may be administered. A test may 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.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.