(Anticipatory) Senior Investigator-Operations (Air) - Restricted to Employment Equity Groups

Job Title: Senior Investigator-Operations (Air) - Restricted to Employment Equity Groups

Reference number: TSB24J-011170-000291

Selection process number: 24-TSB-AIR-INV-EA-006 Transportation Safety Board of Canada

Salary: $113,880 to $133,570 (Salary is currently under revision)

Who can apply: Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents who are members of the following Employment Equity groups: aboriginal persons, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, or women. Please fill Employment Equity Form.

We are 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 use the contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

The TSB was created as an independent agency due to the importance of impartiality in the conduct of investigations. It is fundamental to the achievement of the TSB’s mandate for employees to be free from real, apparent, or potential conflicts of interest in the conduct of day-to-day operations. As such, the successful candidate in this selection process cannot directly own an interest in a company involved in the air, marine, rail, or pipeline industry. Other personal activities relating to these industries may also represent a conflict of interest.

Work environment: The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) is part of the core public service administration named in Schedule IV of the Financial Administration Act (FAA) and is also subject to the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA). The TSB is an independent arm's length agency that reports to Parliament through the President of the King's Privy Council for Canada. The organization aspires to be a modern world-class organization that evolves and adapts as it strives to influence changes that advance transportation safety.

Intent of the process: The intent of this process is to establish a diversified pool of partially assessed candidates. Positions may be staffed through this process with various tenures, language profiles and/or requirements, location, and security requirements.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide: In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following essential qualifications:

Education: A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training, and/or experience.

Occupational Certification:

• Possession of a valid Canadian Airline Transport Pilot License - Aeroplane Category with a Group 1 Instrument Rating, and possession of a valid Restricted Radio-Telephone Operator Certificate (endorsed Aeronautical).
• Possession of a valid Canadian Commercial Pilot License - Helicopter Category with a Group IV Instrument Rating, and possession of a valid Restricted Radio-Telephone Operator Certificate (endorsed Aeronautical).

Experience: Minimum of 2500 hours flying experience on a variety of single and multi-engine aircraft. Employment as a pilot with a Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) Part 700 series, and/or CARs 604 series, and/or CARs 406 series operator.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the Transportation Safety Board mandate, structure, and activities.
• Knowledge of the Canadian Transportation Accident Investigation and Safety Board Act and Regulations.
• Knowledge of the Aeronautics Act, Canadian Aviation Regulations, and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Annex 13.
• Knowledge of the aviation industry such as trends and developments in aircraft design, maintenance, and operations.
• Knowledge of aircraft, including helicopters, their operating characteristics and aerodynamics.

Skills:

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to conduct independent research.
• Ability to analyze facts, draft findings, and write reports.
• Effective Interpersonal Skills.
• Initiative.
• Integrity.

Conditions of employment:

• Reliability Status security clearance.
• Meet the Occupational Health Assessment (Periodic III).
• Possess a valid driver’s license in Canada.
• Agree to deploy to accident sites under difficult working conditions.
• Agree to respond and travel on short notice during and after normal working hours.
• Willingness to be available on standby on a rotational basis.
• Willingness to undergo TSB required training.
• Maintain your professional aviation currency.

Other information: The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply. Reference checks may be sought. An interview may be administered. A test may be administered. Please identify clearly for which position(s) you are submitting an application. You must provide proof of your education credentials and occupational certification.