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.
Novice (A level of experience has been obtained; may need help when performing a task/skill)
Understands the duties of the CCG and the roles and responsibilities of key contacts in the CCG’s regional organization. Has a good understanding of certain programs and assets.
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Provides a high standard of service to Canadian Coast Guard members and other stakeholders.
Fundamental Awareness (Common knowledge or an understanding of basic techniques and concepts)
Employs a fair and non-partisan approach in the delivery of services. Supports others in managing their tasks/responsibilities by providing timely information or resources. Accurately determines where to direct inquiries.
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.
Drives or controls construction equipment including bulldozers, forklifts, back hoes, dump trucks, cargo trucks, and hydraulic truck cranes. Operated to assist in the construction of structures including bridges, roads, and buildings, vessels and Coast Guard structures, equipment, or facilities.
Advanced (Performs the actions associated with this skill without assistance. Able to provide assistance to other colleagues when questions arise regarding this skill)
Works on a daily basis with documents such as labels on hazardous materials, signs, lists, operator’s manuals, inspection forms, hazard assessment forms, log books, and time sheets. Makes entries in daily equipment reports (logbooks) during pre- and post-operational inspections. Calculates the number of loads required to remove materials and the weight distribution of a load being lifted. Measures and calculates the slope and ratio of ditches. Uses computer-controlled equipment such as electronic scales, GPS, and advanced operating systems. Keep an equipment maintenance log to note repairs made and service schedules. Writes accident and incident reports describing details. Estimates distances between the machine and various obstacles, width of ramps for space on either side of a machine, and how many truckloads of fill are required. Converts between the imperial and metric systems of measurement.
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.
Intermediate (Able to successfully complete the necessary tasks in this competency. Some assistance may still be needed but can usually perform the task independently)
Conducts operations consistent with the Coast Guard Safety Management System (SMS), national and regulatory safety procedures, and policy when and where applicable. Understands the risks and manages safety and health issues when and where applicable. May participate in occupational health and safety groups and audits.
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.
