Current position details

POSITION DETAILS: EX-DM-01 Commissioner
RATES OF PAY: To review rates of pay for all classifications listed in the Career Competency Tool (CCT), visit the website of the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat .
REGIONS (click here to view the Canadian Coast Guard regions map)
National Headquarters: The Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) National Headquarters is located in Ottawa, Ontario.
CERTIFICATIONS
Incident Command System (ICS-300)
KNOWLEDGE ELEMENTS: Knowledge elements are practical or theoretical understanding of a subject. It is the information you need (from past experience or education) to succeed in the position.	LEVEL
Organizational Knowledge Organizational Knowledge Knowledge of the Canadian Coast Guard organization, its partners, and relationships with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) and other internal and external stakeholders.	5 Position Level: 5 Expert (Provides guidance, troubleshoot, and answer questions related to this area of expertise and the field where the skill is used) Extensive knowledge of all CCG programs, their delivery methods and timelines both regionally and nationally. Assesses stakeholder expectations and needs for the CCG and other departments in planning and exercises. Establishes internal and external relationships. Suggests potential improvements, changes or opportunities for program expansion.
Program Knowledge and Application Program Knowledge and Application Knowledge of the programs the Canadian Coast Guard manages and supports. Understands the services and delivery of program mandates: Search and Rescue (SAR), Icebreaking (IB), Aids to Navigation (AtoN), Environmental Response (ER), Conservation and Protection (DFO C&P), Oceanography (DFO Science) and Fisheries Research (DFO Science).	5 Position Level: 5 Expert (Provides guidance, troubleshoot, and answer questions related to this area of expertise and the field where the skill is used) Expert knowledge of all the Coast Guard programs and delivery modes and timelines regionally and nationally. Understands expectations and needs of stakeholders for the Coast Guard and other government departments (OGDs) in planning and exercises. Understands the significance of potential program efficiencies, changes, or expansion opportunities.
BEHAVIOURAL ELEMENTS: Behaviour elements are the behaviours or attitudes needed for any job with the Canadian Coast Guard. We identified 7 and included a level of competency required for each job.	LEVEL
Apply Safety Considerations Apply Safety Considerations Promotes workplace safety. Follows safety guidelines, procedures, and regulations. Reacts safely and appropriately during emergencies. Integrates health and safety considerations in planning, response, and reviews.	5 Position Level: 5 Expert (Provides guidance, troubleshoot, and answer questions related to this area of expertise and the field where the skill is used) Promotes and integrates a culture of organizational safety. Develops risk analyses for responders and senior personnel regarding health and safety. Ensures required personnel are trained in first aid and safety procedures, as required. Leverages health and safety lessons learned from post-incident and post-exercise reviews in daily operations.
Leadership Leadership Attracts and mobilizes members and colleagues towards a shared vision and purpose in the best interests of the Canadian Coast Guard and the public it serves. Motivates project members, sets achievable objectives, maintains a positive outlook, takes responsibility, makes decisions, and provides constructive feedback.	5 Position Level: 5 Expert (Provides guidance, troubleshoot, and answer questions related to this area of expertise and the field where the skill is used) Sets and champions organizational directions. Recognizes the big picture and cultivates organizational vision. Prioritizes the creation of a work environment that propels teams to step up to new challenges. Seamlessly assumes next level responsibilities. Regularly exercises persuasive influence on the organization in a wide variety of tactical and strategic areas.
Canadian Coast Guard Culture Awareness Canadian Coast Guard Culture Awareness The extent that members believe in the mission, mandate, and values of the Coast Guard and project that commitment through their actions and attitudes towards the organization and its stakeholders. Employee statements and deportment reflect a natural enthusiasm for the Coast Guard, what it does, and how it is viewed by the public.	5 Position Level: 5 Expert (Provides guidance, troubleshoot, and answer questions related to this area of expertise and the field where the skill is used) Models organizational pride in the Coast Guard's brand and the jobs it performs. Champions the organization when working collectively with internal and external stakeholders. Promotes organizational achievements and employee engagement events nationally. Strives to hone organizational excellence through celebration and pageantry.
EXECUTIVE COMPETENCIES	LEVEL
Create Vision and Strategy Create Vision and Strategy Able to define the future and chart a path forward. Adept at understanding and communicating context, factoring in the economic, social, and political environment. Intellectually agile, able to leverage their deep and broad knowledge, build on diverse ideas and perspectives, and create consensus around compelling visions. Balances organizational and government-wide priorities and improve outcomes for Canada and Canadians.	5 Position Level: 5 Expert (Provides guidance, troubleshoot, and answer questions related to this area of expertise and the field where the skill is used) Extracts the key issues from complex, ambiguous, and rapidly changing environments. Considers the impact of the economic, social, and political environment on departmental priorities. Engages others to develop a compelling and responsive vision. Defines and communicates the departmental vision and strategy with a thorough understanding of the internal and external environment. Sets forward-looking goals with a broad perspective and long-term timelines to improve outcomes for Canada and Canadians.
Mobilize People Mobilize People Able to inspire and motivate the people they lead. Manages performance, provides constructive and respectful feedback to encourage and enable performance excellence. Leads by example, setting goals for themselves that are more demanding than those that they set for others.	5 Position Level: 5 Expert (Provides guidance, troubleshoot, and answer questions related to this area of expertise and the field where the skill is used) Creates a sense of common purpose and direction in the department. Builds accountability and value for people management within the executive community. Creates an environment where rigorous performance management is practiced. Invests time in managing and developing organizational leaders, individually, and collectively. Generates opportunities to engage meaningfully with employees. Builds a commitment to excellence through open and constructive dialogue. Inspires others through personal dedication and actions.
Uphold Integrity and Respect Uphold Integrity and Respect Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism, and personal integrity. Creates respectful and trusting work environments where sound advice is valued. Encourages the expression of diverse opinions and perspectives, while fostering collegiality. Ability to be self-aware and seek out opportunities for personal growth.	5 Position Level: 5 Expert (Provides guidance, troubleshoot, and answer questions related to this area of expertise and the field where the skill is used) Values and provides authentic, evidence-based advice in the interest of Canadians. Holds self and the organization to the highest ethical and professional standards. Models and instills commitment to citizen-focused service and the public interest. Builds and promotes a bilingual, inclusive, healthy organization respectful of the diversity of people, and their skills and free from harassment and discrimination. Exemplifies impartial and non-partisan decision-making. Engages in self-reflection and acts upon insights.
Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders Able to deliberate and be resourceful about seeking the widest possible spectrum of perspectives. Demonstrates openness and flexibility to forge consensus and improve outcomes. Brings a whole-of-government perspective to their interactions. Open to alternatives and skillful at managing expectations in negotiating solutions. Shares recognition with their teams and partners.	5 Position Level: 5 Expert (Provides guidance, troubleshoot, and answer questions related to this area of expertise and the field where the skill is used) Builds and nurtures effective and collaborative relationships. Forms strategic alliances with partners and stakeholders to advance government priorities. Engages colleagues to deliver on horizontal initiatives. Collaborates with other Deputy Ministers as a community to strengthen public service performance. Advances whole-of-government objectives through influence and negotiation. Acknowledges the contribution of others in achieving objectives.
Promote Innovation and Guide Change Promote Innovation and Guide Change Leaders have the courage and resilience to challenge convention. They create an environment that supports bold thinking, experimentation and intelligent risk taking. They use setbacks as a valuable source of insight and learning. Leaders take change in their stride, aligning and adjusting milestones and targets to maintain forward momentum.	5 Position Level: 5 Expert (Provides guidance, troubleshoot, and answer questions related to this area of expertise and the field where the skill is used) Champions a culture that challenges the status quo and encourages responsible risk taking. Encourages experimentation and genuine evaluation of outcomes. Manages the scope and pace of change. Reconciles priorities to achieve broader objectives. Demonstrates resilience, composure, and a positive outlook in an environment of uncertainty and ambiguity.
Achieve Results Achieve Results Ability to mobilize and manage resources to deliver on the priorities of the Government of Canada, improve outcomes, and add value. Considers context, risks, and business intelligence to support high-quality and timely decisions. Anticipates, plans, monitors progress, and makes adjustments as needed. Takes personal responsibility for actions and outcomes of their decisions.	5 Position Level: 5 Expert (Provides guidance, troubleshoot, and answer questions related to this area of expertise and the field where the skill is used) Sets direction and oversees the implementation of priorities. Builds an effective, sustainable organization through stewardship and governance. Informs decision-making with sound understanding of context, data, and evidence. Makes challenging decisions and takes action at the opportune time. Takes ownership and acknowledges impact and outcome of decisions.