Arctic: The Arctic Region is inclusive of the Yukon North slope, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Nunavik, Nunatsiavut, and Hudson and James Bay. This boundary is inclusive of Inuit Nunangat.
Western: The Western Region consists of British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Yukon, minus the Yukon slope.
Central: The Central Region consists of Ontario and Quebec, minus the Nunavik region in northern Quebec.
Atlantic: The Atlantic Region consists of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador, minus the Nunatsiavut region in Labrador.
CCG College: The Canadian Coast Guard College is a national maritime training facility located on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. It delivers programs in French and English to support the College’s mission and mandate in marine safety, security and environmental protection.
National Headquarters: The Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) National Headquarters is located in Ottawa, Ontario.
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.
Fundamental Awareness (Common knowledge or an understanding of basic techniques and concepts)
Basic understanding of the CCG and its role as a program facilitator.
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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).
Novice (A level of experience has been obtained; may need help when performing a task/skill)
Limited knowledge of the Coast Guard's functions and the roles and responsibilities of key Coast Guard contacts within a regional organizational setting. Understands some programs and assets well.
Knowledge of the Incident Command System (ICS), its functions, role, and reporting structures. Knowledge of procedures and processes involved in an emergency response.
Basic understanding of the different Incident Command System (ICS) elements and incident levels. Understands the established and applicable operational procedures within ICS. Knowledge of associated computer software and hardware.
Knowledge of all facets of the uses of, management, and maintenance of lock operation in the Canadian maritime domain.
Advanced (Performs the actions associated with this skill without assistance. Able to provide assistance to other colleagues when questions arise regarding this skill)
Advanced knowledge of canal lock operation from a canal master perspective, including receiving signals of transits, operating the gates, flooding the lock, and troublshooting for current or potential problems.
Knowledge of operational equipment and surveillance circuits available in the Canadian Coast Guard such as radars, radios, satellite gear, cameras, tracking systems, search systems, plotters, etc.
Basic knowledge on the use of equipment relative to the immediate task.
Knowledge of the Canadian Coast Guard's navigational aid network, their locations, operation, and maintenance, which includes a range of lights, lighthouses, buoys, beacons, and differential global positioning systems (DGPS). Knowledge of waterways management (WM) which includes a knowledge of the types, locations, and monitoring of the available water depths (Avadepth) program and river structures, when and where applicable.
Basic knowledge of location and types of navigational aids in regions.
Performs general labourer duties, building, vessel and grounds maintenance tasks, and transports materials and equipment.
Performs duties such as window mechanism repairs, lubricating doors, tile and carpet removal, painting, boiler tube cleaning, securing buildings, emergency water shut off, roof drain cleaning, ceiling tile replacement, air filter changing, removal of roof debris, replacement of lights, minor driveway and walkway repairs, catch basin maintenance. Loads, transports, and unloads planned furniture, equipment, books, risers and other material requested and approved within vessels and facilities of the Coast Guard. Uses power and hand tools.
Defining a problem, determining the cause of the problem, identifying alternative solutions, prioritizing and selecting them to find a solution, and implementing a solution.
Recognizes and identifies a problem based on a clear set of factors. Able to identify, with some assistance, optimal solutions based on weighing the advantages and disadvantages of alternative approaches.
Honours commitments and consistently strives to act in the public interest by ensuring that public trust and the law are not violated, while avoiding conflicts of interest and maintaining political and interpersonal neutrality.
Reads the Government of Canada's Values and Ethics Code. Behaves consistently with the Values and Ethics Code and seeks appropriate guidance when required.
Plans and adjusts work based on a thorough understanding of the Canadian Coast Guard's priorities. Obtains relevant information, considers all facts, and exercises sound judgement to formulate an opinion and/or make a decision. Analyzes situations and seeks feedback to learn from mistakes.
Breaks down concrete problems into parts and organizes information. Recognizes pertinent facts and issues that make up a problem. Asks standard questions and follows first line of investigation to identify the key elements of a situation or problem. Uses known procedures and standard operating models.
Works cooperatively in order to achieve results. Works positively as part of a team and manages internal conflict. Identifies opportunities to work together within the organization to improve team dynamics and develop relationships. Seeks and builds internal/external alliances, collaborations, and partnerships to advance the Canadian Coast Guard's mandate.
Encourages members of the team to contribute to a process. Listens and asks questions. Expresses appreciation to others who have provided information assistance or support. Deals proactively with interpersonal matters that could affect team performance.
Embraces change and actively looks for opportunities to learn and develop professionally and personally. Translates direction into concrete work activities. Identifies opportunities or issues, and takes action to enhance organizational results, without being prompted by others.
Completes work assignments. Balances work to meet commitments and deadlines by being focused on goals.
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.
Evaluates environment and adapts work to maintain safety. Ensures safety training is up to date. Uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when and where applicable. Applies proper safety procedures.
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.
Listens to leaders and emulates positive behaviour through observation and imitation, when and where applicable. Recognizes personal limitations and is motivated to address and improve them.
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.
Articulates pride in being a member of the Coast Guard. Wears and maintains the uniform properly, when and where applicable.
