National Command Centre Operations Officer

National Command Centre Operations OfficerNational Defence- Canadian Coast Guard (an agency of National Defence) - Canadian Coast Guard Programs - Fleet and Maritime Services - Maritime SecurityClosing date:February 2, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific TimeSelection process number26-DND-EA-CCG-666527Salary$84,174 to $95,704-Under reviewWho can applyPersons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.Organization informationFor further information on the organization, please visitNational Defence .DutiesThe National Command Centre (NCC), located in Ottawa, Ontario serves as the 24/7/365 strategic communications point for situational awareness of Coast Guard maritime operations. NCC Operations Officers monitor, observe, collect, analyze and report on maritime events to ensure the strategic headquarters is kept informed of: the current status of fleet assets; program delivery; and developing or ongoing incidents. Additionally, officers provide support during major incidents through alerting, coordination and information management.Work environmentLocated at 200 Kent Street in downtown Ottawa, the National Command Centre is ideally situated for active transportation, carpooling, or public transportation. The work is carried out in a secure operations environment with multiple operational tools and networks. The work requires rotational shiftwork including days, nights and weekends and will require sitting for prolonged periods, up to twelve hours, several times a week.The Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) is a special operating agency within National Defence. 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.Intent of the processThe intent of this selection process is to appoint two (2) candidates on a temporary basis, in Ottawa, Ontario, and to fill future vacancies at the Canadian Coast Guard’s National Command Centre.❗ IMPORTANT: Telework is not available for this position ❗This selection process may also be used to staff identical or similar positions at the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Coast Guard in the National Capital Region.Positions to be filled2Operational Requirements↪ Willingness and ability to work overtime on a regular basis and on short notice.↪ Willingness and availability to travel.You need (essential for the job)Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following❗ Essential qualifications are qualifications that you must meet in order to be considered for the position. This means that when you apply, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience listed below.__________________________________________________________________________________EDUCATION:ED1 : A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives (see Note 1).Note 1: The employer-approved alternatives to a secondary school diploma are:- A satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; or- An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience._______________________________________________EXPERIENCE:E1: Experience as seagoing personnel in a Government or civilian fleet OR Experience working in a marine environment in a professional shore based operational capacity OR Experience as a watch officer in an Operations Centre dealing with routine operations and crisis management.E2: Experience building and maintaining cooperative working relationships with stakeholders.E3: Experience gathering and synthesizing information from a variety of sources, conducting analyses, drawing conclusions, and contributing to the development or preparation of documents or intelligence reports.E4: Experience in presenting written and verbal reports or briefing materials._______________________________________________Applied / assessed at a later dateCOMPETENCIES:C1: InitiativeC2: JudgementC3: DiscretionC4: Effective Interpersonal RelationshipsC5: FlexibilityC6: PrecisionC7: Demonstrating integrity and respect_______________________________________________ABILITIES:AB1: Ability to analyze information and make recommendations to management.AB2: Ability to work under pressure and set priorities in a changing environment.AB3 : Ability to communicate effectively orally.AB4: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.AB5 : Ability to collaborate effectively with partners and/or clients.AB6: Ability to utilize Microsoft Office Suite tools to develop documents and presentations.Language requirements (essential for the job)Applied / assessed at a later dateMay be applied / assessed at a later date❗ Asset qualifications are qualifications that may be required for the position. If you possess any of the qualifications listed below, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the qualification in your application.__________________________________________________________________________________EDUCATION:AED1 : A degree or diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution with an acceptable specialization or training in a field related to the position._______________________________________________OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION:AOC1 : Transport Canada Marine Certificate of Competency.AOC2 : Department of National Defence maritime certification or Naval background.AOC3 : Marine Communication & Traffic Services (MCTS) Officer certification.AOC4 : Search & Rescue Coordinator certificate.AOC5 : Incident Command System (ICS) Canada Certifications or similar emergency planning certifications._______________________________________________EXPERIENCE:AE1 : Experience interacting with multiple Canadian Coast Guard programs.AE2 : Experience in a seagoing or shore based work environment in Canadian Coast Guard operations.AE3: Experience in using navigation, mapping, geographic information systems (GIS) or other geospatial software._______________________________________________ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS:↪ The Department of National Defence is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team that reflects Canada's population. To achieve a representative workforce, selection may be based on qualified candidates self-declaring as belonging to one or more of the designated groups: Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and women. We encourage you to indicate if you belong to any of the designated groups when you apply.↪ As means to support our military families, consideration may first be given to the spouses or common-law partners of serving Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members.Our commitmentWe're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr