Medical Rescue jobs

Reference number
DND26J-182744-000131

Selection process number
26-DND-EA-CCG-680697

Location
Rankin Inlet (Nunavut)

Salary
$32.14 per hour - plus Isolated Post Allowances (Northern Allowance) which ranges from $14,221 to $55,282 annually based on location of residence and if the employee has dependents or is occupying crown housing.

Level
SC-DED-02

Who can
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
AND

Duties
The Arctic Marine Response Station (AMRS) is a primary SAR asset, located in Rankin Inlet, NU. Crews operate on a rotating schedule of up to 14 consecutive days of work followed by up to 14 days of rest. We equip our AMRS Crewmembers and Coxswains with essential training and skills to help them succeed in keeping mariners safe. Other duties of this position include:

• Maintain search and rescue standby on a 24/7 basis to respond to persons and boaters in

distress.

• Operate fast rescue craft in response to maritime emergencies.
• Participate in paid training with government and other response organizations.
• Participate in community education and engagement sessions to increase awareness of SAR

services. Check out these videos showing an AMRS crew in action:

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IxKL1jnD6OQ
• http://www.cbc.ca/player/play/1242537539773/

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 Canada’s marine environment. We support Canada’s economic growth through the safe and efficient movement of maritime trade. We help to ensure our country’s sovereignty and security through our presence in Canadian waters. The CCG proudly serves 243,000 kilometers of Canada’s 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. We are looking for candidates who are dependable, calm, and can make safe and sound decisions in high stress environments, promote team spirit, are driven to achieve common goals and are looking for a challenging but rewarding job. Other benefits:

• If required, travel expenses to/from the location of operations or training activities to the employees residence will be reimbursed.
• Position-specific training will be provided prior to the start of the operational season.
• Meals and accommodations will be provided for all employees while on-shift and during pre-season training in 2027.

The Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) Search and Rescue (SAR) program aims to save and protect lives in the maritime environment. To fulfill our mission, our objectives are to:

• Minimize loss of life, injury, property damage and risk to the environment.
• Support and involve the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary.
• Maintain the highest professional standards.
• Provide national leadership and effective SAR Program management.
• Provide international SAR leadership.
• Maximize SAR system efficiency through innovation.
• Promote volunteerism.
• Increase awareness of the SAR Program.
• Assist in the development of the National SAR Program.
• Foster co-operative SAR agreements.
• Provide humanitarian aid and civil assistance where possible.

Intent of the process
This process will fill term positions from approximately early-May to November 2027. There may be potential of permanent employment. The employment duration is full-time shift work (14 days on, 14 days off, fully paid). Employment is conditional on the successful completion of the mandatory training prior to the operational season, and may be extended through the winter months. Training will commence in Spring of 2027. Crewing position assignments will be announced upon successful completion of pre-season training and will be based upon operational requirements

Positions to be filled
4

Important messages
Are you looking for a really cool job? Do you enjoy adventure and travel? Want to be part of a team providing search and rescue services? The Coast Guard Arctic Region is recruiting for Search and Rescue Crewmembers for positions located in Rankin Inlet, Nunavut! today! If you are unable to submit an application online, it can either be emailed to Jayson.Briscoe@dfo-mpo.gc.ca, OR mailed to: Jayson Briscoe
520 Exmouth Street
Sarnia, ON N7T 8B1 Please ensure to clearly quote the selection process number: 26-DND-EA-CCG-680697 Important Financial Information:

• Successful candidates may be eligible for staff housing and the reimbursement of relocation costs.
• Vacation Travel Assistance is provided for each eligible member of the household.
• Benefits for employees could include up to 3 weeks of vacation (to start), leave provisions for family-related responsibilities, medical and dental benefits, a pension plan and more!

Please note that rates and conditions above are subject to change. Please see the Isolated Posts and Government Housing Directive for more information or to view the rates for other locations at http://www.njc-cnm.gc.ca/directive/ipgh-pile/index-eng.php. https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/topics/pension-plan.html Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Poster may be provided in Inuktitut upon request. 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 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. 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 (such as ChatGPT or any other forms of artificial intelligence). Plagiarism and the use of artificial intelligence is strictly prohibited throughout the entire process and suspected non-compliance will be investigated. 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. (Copy and paste these links in your browser for more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/benefits-military/defence-ethics/policies-publications/code-value-ethics.html AND https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=25049)

Reliability Status security clearance

Strict adherence to the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics, Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, Directive on Conflict of Interest, and Defence Administrative Orders and Directives (DAOD) 7021-1, Conflict of Interest. Copy and paste these links in your browser for more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/benefits-military/defence-ethics/policies-publications/code-value-ethics.html AND
https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=25049 AND
https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=32627 AND https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/corporate/policies-standards/defence-administrative-orders-directives/7000-series/7021/7021-1-conflict-of-interest.html Medical Fitness of the Health Canada Occupational Health Assessment, Category 2-XII-1
Scientific Field Personnel
Valid class 5 drivers license or a provincial/territorial equivalent
Travel and work at any assigned station or training location
Accept on-call duties, work overtime, and accept a time-on / time-off work schedule
Adjust your current schedule to match up with the program’s work and training schedule
Work in adverse conditions such as those found in the marine environment
Wear and maintain a uniform and personal protective equipment

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

Experience:
Experience in at least one of the following: Boating, Marine Activities, First Aid (any) or Search and Rescue

Applied / assessed at a later date

Knowledge:
Knowledge of Marine Safety and Marine Emergencies, Navigation and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit principles

Abilities:
Ability to follow and follow through on instructions - Reading, understanding and doing, ensuring instructions are acted upon and taking responsibility for the outcomes (this ability will be assessed throughout the process)
Ability to communicate orally

Personal Suitabilities:
Demonstrating integrity and respect
Works effectively with others, team player
Dependability
Enthusiasm/Determination

Applied / assessed at a later date

English essential

May be applied / assessed at a later date

Secondary School or Post Secondary diploma or training related to the duties of the position

A Valid First Aid with CPR-C/AED certification or higher
A Valid Bridge Watch Rating Certification
Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL)

Ability to communicate in Inuktitut

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

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.