PM-03 Interpretation Officer/Coordinator III

Intent of the process
Fill one (1) vacant position

Positions to be filled
1

Important messages
Applicable Isolated Post Allowance: Fort Simpson, N.T.:
Isolated Post Allowances (as of 01/08/2025)
*Maximum Annual Isolated Post Amounts
Employee: $18,244 / Employee with Dependents: $30,407✈ Vacation Travel Assistance (as of 01/10/2025)
Per adult: $2,518 / Per child: $2,518
VTA issued once/year.
Please note that the rates and conditions above are subject to change.
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🎥 For tips to navigate the application process step by step, refer to the following site: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GW7P3g9hhI.We will only accept on-line applications received via the jobs.gc.ca site.All job applications must therefore be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System. Following are some of the benefits associated with applying on-line.
• Applicants can create a profile and a resume that can be used when applying for other processes without having to recreate a new application each time.
• Applicants can modify their application/resume at any time BEFORE the closing date indicated on the job advertisement.
• Applicants can verify the status of their applications, at any time.
• Applicants can be notified electronically of tests or interviews and results.
• For some jobs, applicants will find important information (including the job questionnaire and a complete statement of qualifications) that are only available when applying on-line.To submit an application on-line, please select the button "Apply Online" below.Persons who are unable to apply on-line must contact the person listed below prior to the closing date.To encourage workforce diversity, consideration may be given to candidates who self-declare as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous, visible minorities, people with disabilities, and women.Tips for applicants:
• Please provide complete and thorough details of your education and experience.
• Do not assume that the screening board has any previous knowledge of your background, qualifications, or work history. You must be specific and provide concrete examples/details for each Experience element, as applications will be screened only on the information provided.
• Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being screened out of the competition.Please submit your completed application, including all of the above-mentioned documentation. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected.The Parks Canada Agency is established as a separate employer in the Federal Public Service under the Financial Administration Act. Persons appointed to the Agency continue to be part of the Public Service. The Parks Canada Agency operates under its own human resources framework outside of the Public Service Employment Act and in line with values of fairness, competence and respect, and its operating principles.We thank in advance all those who apply. Only the persons selected for further consideration will be contacted.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).Written test(s) may be administered.Interviews will be conducted.Reference checks will be conducted.Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.🏆 The Parks Canada team is proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers (2024).

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Reliability Status security clearance - • Obtain and maintain Reliability Status;
• Possession of a valid class 5 driver’s licence;
• Must undergo and pass pre-placement and periodic medical checks.

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OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
The position requires the incumbent to:
• Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays, when required;
• Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform and prescribed protective equipment;
• Work and/or travel in varied terrains (including overnight, off site), weather conditions, isolated locations and by various means of transportation;
• Stand/walk/hike for prolonged periods;
• Travel extensively (including overnight, off site).

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Education:
An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience relevant to position or a minimum of 2 years post-secondary education.

Experience:
● Experience in providing input for the planning, implementation or delivery of visitor services;

• Experience in supervising staff, volunteers and/or students;

● Experience in providing leadership, feedback and performance evaluations when supervising employees

● Experience in working with stakeholders and partners (i.e. committees, cooperating associations, teachers, school board, communities and Indigenous groups).

KNOWLEDGE:
• Knowledge of personal and non-personal interpretive theory, techniques, planning and evaluation;
• Knowledge of natural and cultural heritage specific to Nahanni National Park Reserve;
• Knowledge of theories and best practices for working in cross cultural environments and Indigenous communities;
• Knowledge of project management and work planning practices.Knowledge (supplementary to your baseline knowledge factors)
As outlined in the Ndahecho Gondié Gháádé Agreement, Parks Canada will give special consideration to:
• Knowledge of Nahʔą Dehé Dene and Dehcho Dene culture, communities, society and economy;
• Knowledge of the cooperative management arrangements for the Park;
• Knowledge of the environmental characteristics of the Park and its surrounding area.

ABILITIES:
• Adaptability - Adapting in order to work effectively in ambiguous or changing situations, and with diverse individuals and groups;
• Analytical Thinking - Analyzing and synthesizing information to understand issues, identify options, and support sound decision making;
• Client Focus - Providing service excellence to internal and/or external clients;
• Creativity and Innovation - Generating viable, new approaches and solutions;
• Team Leadership - Fostering employee development by providing a supportive learning environment and working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals;
• Initiative- Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.

Preference may be given to candidates who also have the following abilities:Partnering - Seeking and building alliances that further the organization’s objectives

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
• Sound judgment;
• Make things happen;
• Personally connects with others;
• Communicates effectively;
• Demonstrates Integrity.

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Applied / assessed at a later date

English essential - As outlined in the Ndahecho Gondié Gháádé Agreement, special consideration will be given to those fluent in Dene Zhatié

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