Response and Compliance Positions National Defence - Canadian Coast Guard Closing date: August 31, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time Reference number DND26J-104995-000042 Selection process number 26-DND-EA-CCG-675571 Location Saint John(New Brunswick), St.

John''s(Newfoundland and Labrador), Dartmouth(Nova Scotia), Halifax(Nova Scotia), Port Hawkesbury(Nova Scotia), Cape Breton - Other locations(Nova Scotia), Parry Sound(Ontario), Prescott(Ontario), Sarnia(Ontario), Charlottetown(Prince Edward Island), Montral Island(Qubec), Qubec(Qubec) Salary $74,995 to $95,704 -GT-04: $74,995 - $85,266, GT-05: $84,174 - $95,704 Level GT-04,GT-05 Who can apply Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

On this page About the position Work environment The Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) is a special operating agency within the Department of National Defence (DND).

We work to ensure the safety of mariners in Canadian waters and protect Canadas marine environment.

We support Canadas economic growth through the safe and efficient movement of maritime trade.

We help to ensure our countrys sovereignty and security through our presence in Canadian waters.

The CCG proudly serves 243,000 kilometers of Canadas vast and rugged coastline, the longest coastline of any given country, and is one of the few federal agencies that provides direct, front-line services 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

The Department of National Defence (DND) is one of the largest federal government employers, offering over 70 types of civilian career opportunities. DND''s role is to provide services and support to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) in their operations and missions at home and abroad.

The civilian workforce is an essential part of the Defence Team.

Your knowledge and expertise contribute to the overall mission.

In this regard, the department fosters a work environment where you have opportunities to learn, to develop your talents, to progress in your career and have job satisfaction over the long-term.

Together, DND and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) form the largest and most complex organization in Canada. DND''s role is to provide services and support to the CAF in their operations and missions at home and abroad. DND and the CAF work side-by-side to fulfill the Government of Canadas mission to defend Canada and Canadians and contribute to international peace, security, and stability efforts.

What do we offer? At DND we foster a work environment where employees have opportunities to grow, learn, progress in their careers, and have job satisfaction over the long-term.

Youll enjoy: A career among a dynamic and dedicated team Opportunities for advancement A diverse, respectful, and inclusive work workplace A total benefits package including a competitive salary, health and dental insurance plans, pension plan and a variety of leave entitlements Intent of the process A pool of partially or essentially qualified candidates may be established through this process and used to staff identical or similar positions with various employment tenures (temporary and permanent), language profiles, operational requirements, and conditions of employment at the Department of National Defence.

The first applications could be collected from the inventory as early as July 2, 2026.

Important messages When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies.

As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

Our organization will only accept on-line applications for this opportunity.

Please click Apply to submit your application.

If there are limitations or special circumstances preventing you from submitting your application via the GC Jobs online portal, you must contact us and receive approval to apply via an alternate means PRIOR to the closing date.

Depending on the position being staffed: Additional qualifications, operational requirements and/or conditions of employment may be required Varying degrees of breadth and depth of experience may be deemed essential Asset qualifications may be invoked as essential qualifications You may be contacted and asked to submit information or be further assessed Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and make sure that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users.

All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the applicants.

Your overall conduct and communications, including email correspondence, may be used in the assessment of qualifications and competencies.

The information you provide in this application must be true and may be verified.

Any false information may result in the rejection of your application and/or not hiring you.

Please only check off the locations that you are truly willing and able to work from.

To ensure the integrity of the selection process, the content and questions of the assessment must remain confidential.

Please do not discuss or share the assessment content with anyone, including other candidates.

You must complete the assessment, including screening questions, by yourself, without the help of others, including the use of unapproved internet resources and artificial intelligence.

Any violation may result in potential consequences which could include your elimination from this selection process.

If, at any point in this process or upon qualifying in this process, your Values and Ethics do not align with that of the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics and Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, you will be eliminated from further consideration in this process.

Conditions of employment Security: Various Security Requirements Strict adherence to the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics - Canada.ca, Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector- Canada.ca, Directive on Conflict of Interest- Canada.ca, and DAOD 7021-1, Conflict of Interest - Canada.ca.

Willing and able to obtain a Health Canada medical certificate Valid Class 5 Driver''s license Willing and able to travel on various means of transport including ships, small vessels and aircraft to remote locations and abroad, knowing that such travel may be frequent and seasonal Willing and able to work overtime, be on call according to a schedule (day and night, seven days a week) and occasionally work weekends, in accordance with the collective agreement Willing and able to work in potentially hazardous or adverse conditions such as those found in the marine environment and in remote locations Willing and able to work in emergency situations Willing and able to travel for extended periods on short notice Possession of a valid Canadian Passport Willing and able to wear the Canadian Coast Guard uniform Willing and able to wear CSA approved personal safety equipment related to the job Willing to safely and securely possess and operate government devices such as cell phones and laptop computers Willing to give statements and/or testimony related to legal proceedings such as court or tribunals (Monitoring & Compliance only) You need (essential for the job) Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following EDUCATION: A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives (see Note 1).

Note: The employer-approved alternatives to a secondary school diploma are: 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.

Candidates who already meet both of the following criteria must be accepted as meeting the secondary school diploma requirement: Candidates who have achieved a satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; and Candidates who have been appointed or deployed for an indeterminate period to a position in the GT 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 GT classification only and must be reassessed for entry to other classifications on the basis of this alternative.

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Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams Experience preparing and analyzing reports and technical documents Experience building and maintaining collaborative relationships with partners or stakeholdersGT-05 Only: Experience liaising with external organizations Experience overseeing operational program activities including planning, coordination or situation management Experience providing technical advice and recommendations Experience interpreting and applying operational procedures, guidelines and standards Applied / assessed at a later date COMPETENCIES: Demonstrating integrity and respect Thinking things through Working effectively with others Showing initiative and being action-oriented Communication* Leadership (GT-05 Only)*Communication refers to writing, expressing ideas (e.g. orally, using non-verbal language such as sign language, or using assistive technology), and active listening, which allow you to understand and be understood by others.

Language requirements (essential for the job) Applied / assessed at a later date Various language requirements - -- English Essential French essential Bilingual imperative BBB/BBB Bilingual imperative CBC/CBC Learn more about .

You may need (asset qualifications) May be applied / assessed at a later date Note: An asset may be invoked as an essential qualification at any point during this selection process.ASSET QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION AND OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION: Post-secondary education related to the duties of the position.

Any marine certification that exceeds the Pleasure Craft Operators course e.g.: Rigid Hull Inflatable Operator Training (RIHOT), Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP).

Accredited qualifications as an instructor in areas such as first aid, exercise development and delivery, or adult education.

Valid Radio Operators Certificate (Maritime Commercial).

Valid Marine Emergency Duties - A3 Certificate.

Incident Command System (ICS) Certification.

Commercial Drivers license.

Safety or Occupational related certification.

Learn more about . ASSET QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE: Experience working in incident or emergency response Experience mentoring or supervising employees Experience using the Incident Command System Experience using GIS mapping software such as ArcGIS, QGIS, etc Experience with Small Craft operations Experience providing or developing operational training Experience with Environmental Response Operations Experience with basic mechanical skills related to the operation and maintenance of equipment such as small engines, generators, pumps, etc.

Experience working with Indigenous groups and communities Experience with conflict resolution and de-escalation techniquesASSET QUALIFICATIONS - KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the Canadian Shipping Act Knowledge of the Wrecked Abandoned and Hazardous Vessels Act Ability to operate equipment such as forklifts, all-terrain vehicles, trucks with trailers, etc.ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS As means to support our military families and linked with the Department of National Defence priorities, consideration may first be given to the spouses or common-law partners of serving Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members.

Our commitment We''re 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 below to request specialized accommodation.

All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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Equity, diversity and inclusion The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves.

We promote employment equity and encourage you to if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

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The Department of National Defence is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team that reflects Canada''s population.

To achieve a representative workforce, selection may be based on qualified candidates self-declaring as belonging to one or more of the designated groups: Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and women.

We encourage you to indicate if you belong to any of the designated groups when you apply.

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