IT ANALYST, SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS (IT-02) - 2 STREAMS

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Duties

Stream 1 - IT-02 - IT Analyst, Software Solutions (IT Analyst, SS) will be responsible for:

• Conducting research, analysis, development, testing and implementation of changes to NRCan’s software solutions and services.
• Developing, testing, implementing and maintaining software solutions on various technology platforms and supporting quality assurance activities.
• Supporting the development of NRCan’s work processes, standards and guidelines.
• Working closely with geoscientists to support seamless (in and out) flow of geoscience data by assessing data management systems from a frontend accessibility for end-users, while adhering to acceptable user defined performance.
• Updating skillsets and staying current with the latest trends and advancements in the IT industry.

Stream 2 - IT-02 - IT Analyst, Software Solutions (IT Analyst, SS) will be responsible for:

• Maintenance and redevelopment of in-house applications.
• Prepares work plans, supports the evaluation of proposals.
• Participates in the selection, installation, configuration, testing and modification of development tools and ensures adherence to programming standards.
• Analyses, defines and documents client requirements and recommends solutions
• Provides technical advice, application assistance and delivers training sessions to internal and external clients.

Work environment

Working at Natural Resources Canada means developing leadership skills, fostering teamwork, and supporting creativity and innovation. You can enjoy diverse employment opportunities, a range of career development programs, and a learning culture that supports your progress on an ongoing basis. We support balancing your work and private life by offering the benefits of flexible work arrangements. Canada's governments depend on geoscience to inform policy, manage the country's landmass and develop its natural resources responsibly. The Geological Survey of Canada (GSC), established in 1842, is the national organization for geoscientific information and research producing cutting-edge, authoritative geoscience to support mineral exploration, energy sector, climate change research, marine and coastal resilience, natural hazards mapping as well as national sovereignty.

NRCan has transitioned to a hybrid work environment which offers employees the opportunity to telework and work from the designated work location, subject to operational requirements. Both positions will currently require an in-office presence for a minimum of three (3) days a week.

Intent of the process

The intent of this selection process is to staff one (1) determinate (temporary) position (Stream 1) and one (1) indeterminate (permanent) position (Stream 2) located at 3303 33 Street NW, Calgary, Alberta, and will require an onsite presence in the GSC-Calgary offices.

*Depending on operational requirements at time of appointment the tenure of the position (term or indeterminate) may change.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

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EDUCATION (Stream 1 & Stream 2):
► Graduation from a two-year program of study from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in computer science, information technology, information management or another specialty relevant to the position to be staffed.

Note:
1. Indeterminate incumbents in the IT group on December 9, 2021, who do not possess the education prescribed above, are deemed to meet the minimum education standard based on their educational, training and/or experience. They must be accepted as having met the minimum education standard whenever this standard is called for when staffing positions in the IT group.
2. Indeterminate incumbents of positions in the CS group on May 10, 1999, who do not possess the education prescribed above are deemed to meet the minimum education standard based on their education, training and/or experience. They must be accepted as having met the minimum education standard whenever this standard is called for when staffing positions in the IT group.
3. At the manager's discretion, an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience may serve as an alternative to the minimum education stated above. Whenever the minimum education is met using this alternative, it is met for the specific position only and must be re-assessed for other positions for which this alternative has been specified by the manager.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE (Stream 1):
► Recent* and Significant** experience in developing front-end web applications using Angular.
► Recent* experience developing using APIs (Application Programming Interface).
► Experience in using CSS (Cascading Style Sheets).

EXPERIENCE (Stream 2)
► Recent* and Significant** experience in developing Desktop Applications using .NET


Recent* experience is defined as approximately three (3) years of experience within the last five (5) years
Significant** experience is defined as primary role based on the experience.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE (Stream 1):
► Knowledge of Angular Web Framework.
► Knowledge of Typescript.

KNOWLEDGE (Stream 2):
► Knowledge of C#.
► Knowledge of Windows Frameworks (WPF, WinForms).
► Knowledge of .NET.

ABILITIES & COMPETENCIES (Stream 1 & Stream 2):
► Ability to problem solve.
► Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
► Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY (Stream 1 & Stream 2):
► Initiative
► Continuous Learning
► Dependability

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ASSET EDUCATION (Stream 1 & Stream 2):
► Graduation with a diploma from a 3-year program or with a bachelor’s degree from a recognized post-secondary educational institution with specialization in computer science, computer engineering, information technology or another field related to the position.

Degree equivalency

ASSET EXPERIENCE (Stream 1 & Stream 2):
► Experience working with Git versioning system.
► Experience using Azure DevOps.
► Experience in conceptualizing, designing and documenting user interfaces designs.
► Experience in developing with unit tests.
► Experience in developing from specifications.

ASSET EXPERIENCE (Stream 2):
► Experience developing web based applications.
► Experience in developing using APIs.

ASSET KNOWLEDGE (Stream 1):
► Knowledge of responsive web design using CSS (Cascading Style Sheets).
► Knowledge of RXJS (Reactive Extensions for JavaScript).

ASSET KNOWLEDGE (Stream 2)
► Knowledge of SQL.
► Knowledge of additional programming languages (Fortran, Python, Javascript).

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS
Natural Resources Canada is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. This organizational need may be identified as part of the appointment decision. In such cases, qualified candidates who self-declare as members of a visible minority group, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities or women (in non-traditional occupations) could be considered in priority.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS (Stream 1 & Stream 2):
• Willing and able to work for long periods of sustained attention to a computer screen.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Other information

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Preference

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.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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