Geoscience Technical Coordinator in the North!

Duties
The Geoscience Technician is responsible for supporting applied geoscience projects throughout Nunavut. They participate in geological mapping, use, maintain, set-up, and takedown equipment, handle rock samples and earth materials in support of these projects.

Work environment
The Canada-Nunavut Geoscience Office (CNGO) mandate is to provide Nunavut with accessible geoscience information and expertise to support resource exploration and development, infrastructure development, and geoscience education, training and awareness. The office is focused on creating a workplace that supports an accessible, equitable, inclusive, and diverse workforce to address current and future geoscience challenges. It also provides a stimulating work environment with a passionate team and promotes work-life balance.

Intent of the process
The intent of this process is to staff one (1) indeterminate EG-03 position in Nunavut.A pool of qualified candidates WILL NOT be established. Applicants are advised to apply only if they wish to be considered for this Nunavut-based opportunity and are willing and able to work in the office.

Positions to be filled
1

Important messages
Are you passionate about geology and the environment? Would you like to get experience working with people in some of the most remarkable landscapes and communities in Canada? Would you like to work with geologists in support of natural resources management and development in Nunavut? If you answered YES to any or all these questions, send us your job application.📢 Applicants are encouraged to apply ONLY if they are willing and able to relocate to
Iqaluit, Nunavut.Relocation assistance would be available for the fully qualified and selected candidate.Important Notice: Applicants should be aware that the position they are applying for may potentially transfer from the Government of Canada to the Government of Nunavut on April 1, 2027. This transfer will take place as part of the Nunavut Lands and Resources Devolution Agreement which will provide Nunavut with greater governance responsibilities and fulfill a longstanding commitment to self-determination. While the details of the transfer of positions are still being finalized, we want to ensure transparency and provide candidates with this crucial information. Rest assured; we are committed to keeping applicants informed as we progress toward implementation of the Agreement. Nakurmiik (Thank you) for considering this employment opportunity at this transformative time for Nunavut.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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Reliability Status security clearance

► Willing and able to work in Iqaluit, NU
► Willing and able to do strenuous field work in remote Nunavut locations
► Willing and able to travel to communities and remote locations
► Willing to work flexible hours and overtime during field work
► Health Canada pre-employment medical clearance

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► You are required to possess and maintain a valid driver's licence.
► You are required to obtain and maintain a wilderness First Aid Certificate (or equivalent) and CPR certificate.

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EDUCATION
► A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives (see Note)Note: The employer-approved alternatives to a secondary school diploma are:
o A satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; or
o An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.Candidates who already meet both of the following criteria must be accepted as meeting the secondary school diploma requirement:
a. Candidates who have achieved a satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; and
b. Candidates who have been appointed or deployed for an indeterminate period to a position in the EG classification.The opportunity to be assessed by at least one of the two employer-approved alternatives must be offered to candidates who have not previously met the secondary school diploma requirement.Candidates who were appointed or deployed on an indeterminate basis using an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience meet the secondary school requirement for the EG classification only and must be reassessed for entry to other classifications on the basis of this alternative.

EXPERIENCE
► Experience working in varying terrain and weather conditions.

KNOWLEDGE:
► Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software.

COMPETENCIES
► Organizational skills
► Oral communication skills
► Dependability
► Effective interpersonal skills

ABILITIES
► Able to follow standard protocols and procedures.

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Applied / assessed at a later date

English essential

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ASSET EDUCATION
► Graduation with a certificate, diploma or degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in geoscience, environmental science or related field.

ASSET EXPERIENCE
► Experience working in communities of Nunavut.
► Experience in the care and custody of equipment.
► Experience participating in scientific field work projects.

► Ability to speak Inuktitut.

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Selection may be limited to members of the following employment equity group: Indigenous (Aboriginal) peoples.

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Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

Learn more about preference to veterans.

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