Recreational Fisheries Creel Observer

Recreational Fisheries Creel Observer
Job Number # 
15873
Employer 
Fisheries and Oceans Canada
Job Location(s) 
Port Alberni
Bamfield
Number of Positions 
1
Date Posted 
Mar 22, 2017
Apply By 
Apr 07, 2017
Schedule 
Part Time
Casual
Hours 
Hours of work will be part time (7 to 35 hours/wk) and shifts will include both weekends and weekday
NOC Code 
2224
Source 
Employer
Details 

WORK LOCATIONS: Bamfield. Ideally the successful candidate will be a resident of Bamfield

WORK DESCRIPTION:

Creel Survey positions require candidates to conduct interviews at commonly used landing sites and record recreational fishing data from recreational anglers at the completion of their fishing trips.

Specific job duties include but may not be limited to:

  • conducting interviews, interacting with the public, identification of recreationally caught finfish and shellfish, collection of biological samples, clear and precise data recording and electronic data entry.
  •  Shift times will vary depending on the month and the job location/area.
  • As a representative of the Government of Canada interacting with the public, creel observers are required to conduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner at all times. Training and further information about these positions will be provided to successful candidates.

WORK DURATION: Duration will vary depending on location but is generally June through August/September.

Qualifications 
  • Candidates are required to provide their own transportation to and from the landing sites within their area of responsibility.
  • English language proficiency
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
  • Computer literate
  • Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License and access to your own transportation
  • Successful completion of secondary school
  • No criminal record (security screening required – reliability status)
  • Able to work evenings and most weekends
  • Knowledge of the biology of Pacific Salmon
  • Able to handle strenuous field activities
  • Comfortable working around water (docks and boat launches)
  • Effective interpersonal skills
  • Initiative, dependability, and good judgement

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience conducting surveys
  • Experience recording and managing scientific data
  • Experience working with the public
  • Experience working in outdoor locations
  • Recreational fishing experience
  • Ability to identify Pacific Salmon and other common recreational
How to Apply 

Patrick Vek by e-mail only Pat.Vek@dfo-mpo.gc.ca by 4pm on April 7, 2017. 

Please provide a resume with references and highlight how you meet the required and asset qualifications. There are no moving or living expenses associated with these positions. Only those considered for the position will be contacted. Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview and asked to fill out a security clearance form. A pool of qualified applicants with security clearance will be created and the position filled from the pool.