Job Level: RE-04 $66,836 to $85,106
Closing Date: 04/05/2025
The Capital Stewardship Branch is looking for a Program Officer, Nature Interpretation for an indeterminate position. The position is classified as a RÉ-04 ($66,836 to $85,106 per annum).
The National Capital Commission (NCC) is the federal Crown corporation dedicated to ensuring that Canada’s Capital is a dynamic and inspiring source of pride for all Canadians and a legacy for generations to come. Building on more than a century of experience, the NCC provides unique value in the Capital Region by fulfilling three specific roles: long-term planner of federal lands, principal steward of nationally significant public places, and creative partner committed to excellence in development and conservation.
Year after year, the NCC has been recognized as one of National Capital Region’s top employers. NCC employees can deploy to departments and separate agencies in accordance with the Public Service Employment Act.
A list of qualified people may be compiled and may be used for additional temporary or indeterminate positions.
JOB OVERVIEW
As a Program Officer, Nature Interpretation, you will be responsible for all aspects of nature interpretation programming for Gatineau Park, in accordance with the Gatineau Park Master Plan and the Interpretation Strategy. You will coordinate the implementation of established programming and exhibits as well as develop and evaluate new initiatives. You will participate in managing the programs’ human, physical and financial resources and work with partners for delivery of some programs.
As a federally regulated employer, the NCC is subject to the Pay Equity Act. The NCC’s pay equity plan identified this job for a pay equity adjustment, which will be reviewed when the pay equity plan is updated.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION
A degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in natural sciences, environmental studies or outdoor education or an acceptable combination of education, training and work experience relevant to the position.
EXPERIENCE
One (1) to three (3) years of experience in each of the following criteria:
• Planning, developing, coordinating, implementing, and delivering nature interpretation programs.
• Supervising staff and/or coordinating a team.
• Collaborating with partners.
KNOWLEDGE
• Of Gatineau Park fauna, flora and the natural environment in general.
• Of best practices in the delivery techniques of nature interpretation programs in a park.
• Of organization and coordination principles of museum exhibits and/or interpretation panels.
ABILITIES
• To develop and deliver creative programming concepts.
• To establish priorities and meet deadlines in a multi-project environment.
• To develop measurement tools, analyze resulting data and prepare reports.
COMPETENCIES
• Demonstrating integrity and respect – Civility and well-being.
• Thinking things through – Innovating through analysis and ideas.
• Working effectively with others – Relationships and trust building.
• Showing initiative and being action-oriented – Getting things done.
WORKING CONDITIONS
• To occasionally work evenings, weekends and statutory holidays.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
• Possess or eligible to obtain Reliability security clearance.
• Linguistic profile: Bilingual CCC.
• Position is in the National Capital Region. The person selected for this position must reside within a commutable distance from the workplace at 33 Chemin Scott, Chelsea, Québec.
• The person selected for this position is expected to work on site. Working remotely can be granted on an occasional basis upon request.
The NCC is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. Qualified applicants who self-declare as members of a visible minority group, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and/or women may be selected for appointment to fulfill organizational needs.
The NCC is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the Human Resources representative of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. If you require additional information on the position or if you are experiencing technical difficulties, please contact us at hr.recruitment@ncc-ccn.ca.
Hearing impaired and speech impaired persons can contact us through a Teletype Device (TTY) at (613) 239-5090 or 1-866-661-3530 (toll free).
Please take note that only selected candidates will be contacted.