Our Oceans need Science and Science needs YOU!
Join Fisheries and Oceans Canada to grow your career and support protecting our oceans!

Closing date: January 31, 2027 - 11:59pm, Pacific Time (PST)
Process Number 26-DFO-NCR-EA-681940
BI-02, BI-03, PC-02 and PC-03 

Salary Range

BI-02: $74,292-$101,162
BI-03: $93,431-$120,292
PC-02: $84,382 -$101,162
PC-03: $101,672-$120,986

 

At Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), we protect and manage Canada’s oceans, fisheries, including aquaculture all while supporting a diverse participation in fisheries. As a Public Service employer, we understand the importance and meaningful impact of diversity, employment equity and inclusion and we are working diligently to build a workforce that truly represents the population we serve.

What to Expect When You Apply

To be considered for this Program, you’ll need to complete a Talent Profile. Here’s what the process looks like:

Time Commitment

• Completing your Talent Profile will take approximately 40 minutes.

What You’ll Be Asked

• Personal information and preferred work location(s) 
• Employment Equity (EE) self-declaration 
• Self-assessment of bilingualism 
• Education 
• Training and certifications 
• Responses to experience screening questions  
• CV and optional cover letter 
• Applicant status (current public servant, current student, previous public servant, priority or external applicant) 

Organizational Needs 

As a Public Service employer, DFO is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We recognize the value that diverse perspectives bring to our organization and are committed to removing systemic barriers that may limit equitable access to employment opportunities, beginning with the hiring process. 

As part of our commitment to building a diverse and representative workforce, preference will be given to candidates who self-declare as belonging to one or more of the following Designated Employment Equity groups: Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and women, where regional or national representation gaps exist.

Operational Requirements & Conditions of Employment 

All positions require valid security clearance; the level is based on the particular position: Reliability or Secret

Depending on the position to be staffed, some, all, or a variation of the following maybe be applied as either Conditions of Employment, or Operational Requirements.  

• Possession of a valid driver’s license (or personal mobility to the extent normally associated with possession of a valid driver’s license, within Treasury Board policy and for operational travel).
• A Health Canada Medical clearance.
• Medical fitness for field and at-sea duties, as required for the duration and nature of the appointment.
• Maintain any occupational health and safety training or certification required to perform assigned duties, which may include marine emergency duties, first aid, WHMIS and other vessel, field, or laboratory safety training.
• Work flexible hours and overtime as required, often on short notice, including irregular hours, evenings, weekends, or statutory holidays.
• Travel, including overnight stays, and occasionally to remote areas.
• Travel in helicopters, small planes, and boats (when needed).
• Independently represent the department at external activities such as field operations, stakeholder meetings, and conferences/workshops.
• Work for extended periods of time outdoors including in and around water.
• Work at sea aboard government, chartered or commercial vessels or in field camps, sometimes for extended periods and in variable weather and sea conditions. 
• Perform physically demanding work, including standing for extended periods and safely lifting and carrying equipment or samples weighing up to 20 kg.
• Work in laboratory and field environments where exposure to unpleasant odours, biological material, chemicals, noise, cold, wet conditions or moving equipment may occur, with appropriate controls and personal protective equipment.
• Work with firearms and obtain certification for a Possession and Acquisition License.

In addition to the general Conditions of Employment mentioned above, candidates selected for positions in the Arctic Region must also meet and maintain any region-specific Conditions of Employment applicable to those locations:

• Isolated Post Medical (if applicable)   .
• Work for extended periods of time outdoors in remote Arctic locations and travel in helicopters, small planes, and boats.

 After You Submit your application

• You’ll receive a confirmation of receipt of your application via email.
• Be sure to check your junk mail folder.
• The email will come from:

DFO.TalentRecruitment-RecrutementdeTalent.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca

What Happens Next

• After completing the application, the assessment team will review all candidate talent profiles and determine who will be moving on to the next step which is the Candidate Achievement Record(CAR) assessment.

** Please make sure to monitor your inbox/junk/spam mail for any email communications coming from DFO email addresses to make sure you don't miss any important communications.**

 

Progressive Assessment Process

Please note that this recruitment process follows a progressive assessment approach. Applications are reviewed and assessed as they are received rather than waiting until the closing date of the process. To support timely hiring, applicants may be contacted and assessed on an ongoing basis throughout the recruitment period, with a rapid turnaround following application submission. As a result, qualified candidates may be referred to hiring managers and appointments may be made at any time during the recruitment period, including before the advertised closing date. Interested persons are therefore encouraged to apply as early as possible.

 

The use of AI is prohibited

You must complete assessments independently without external help, including unauthorized internet resources or Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools (for example, Copilot, ChatGPT or any other form of AI). You may be asked to explain or elaborate on your answers in a follow-up interview. Any violation may be investigated and result in serious consequences, including the rejection of your application.

 

Contact

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you are a person with a disability (e.g. a learning difficulty, or a visual or auditory impairment, to name a few) and require accommodations during any phase of the evaluation process (including the submission of your application), please notify us at DFO.TalentRecruitment-RecrutementdeTalent.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca to request accommodation measures.

Also, should you need assistance with the application process (e.g. you do not have a reliable internet connection), please send us an email at the address above and we will happily help you.

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

Assessment accommodation

 

Creating an account

To apply, you will be required to log in to your VidCruiter account or to create an account if you do not have one. This measure is to ensure the security of your personal information.
This will also allow you to return to your application to make changes or updates.

Follow the simple steps on the next page to create an account - it's that easy! You will then be directed to our candidate portal, where you will be able to build your personal profile. Your progress is indicated at the top of each page. Please ensure you go through each section so that your profile is complete.