Job Description

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada - Science and Technology Branch


Charlottetown (Prince Edward Island)


GL-MAN-11 (D3)


Permanent Full-Time


$36.47 to $39.63 per hour (In addition, your are entitled to receive the supervisory differential of 19% of your basic salary)
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Closing date: 24 October 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply:

Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

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Important messages

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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.


Assessment accommodation


We want you to succeed! Our objective is to identify qualified candidates by fairly assessing their abilities. Assessment accommodations are intended to remove obstacles without altering the criteria being assessed so that all candidates can showcase their capabilities.



Please help us meet our commitment of providing an inclusive and barrier-free environment by letting us know if you require assessment accommodations, including assistance with the application process. Additional information on the assessment format(s) (for example: exam, interview) will be provided at each assessment stage.



As one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) is proud to celebrate our achievement in creating a diverse, respectful, and positive workplace where all employees are valued and recognized for their unique qualities, ideas, voices and perspectives. We are dedicated to building and promoting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, representative of all Canadians regardless of race, ethnicity, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic background or lived experience. By embracing diversity and inclusion, our department ensures broader discussions, better decisions, and a more positive workplace.

Duties

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Provides guidance to management, scientists, and technical staff regarding agricultural research operations at the Farm. Supervises staff engaged in the delivery of services for agriculture and related operations. Oversees safety for all who work on site and responsible for compliance of safety protocols. Participates in developing plans for land use in current and succeeding years. Coordinates the servicing and maintenance of farm equipment. Researches and participates in tendering documents, maintains and compiles records and inventories, and prepares purchase requisitions for material and supplies.

Work environment

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AAFC is committed to diversity and inclusion. We have several networks dedicated to ensuring that the department continues to grow as an inclusive, accessible, respectful and diverse workplace. All employees are encouraged and welcomed to join the networks and participate in their activities and events.



The Gender and Sexual Diversity Inclusiveness Network. The Indigenous Network Circle. The Managers' Community. The Persons with Disabilities Network. The Student Panel of Representatives for Orientation, Unity and Training. The Visible Minorities Network. The Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Network. The Young Professional's Network.

Intent of the process

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A pool of qualified and partially qualified candidates may be established and may be used to staff similar positions on a temporary or permanent basis.



In the event that an employee of the public service is qualified through this process, and there is a temporary need, they may be considered for acting, deployment, assignment or secondment opportunities.

Positions to be filled:

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Information you must provide

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Your resume.

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

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Education:

Graduation with a diploma or degree from a recognized post-secondary institution, or an acceptable combination of education, training or experience.


If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your certificates and/or diplomas assessed against Canadian education standards. Click on the link below to contact the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC).
Degree equivalency


Experience:

Experience working in an agricultural environment. Experience in communicating with a diverse range of clients or stakeholders. Experience using Microsoft Office programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel or Teams). Experience operating vehicles or equipment (e.g., trucks, tractors, commercial equipment, or forklifts). Experience in managing budgets and inventories. Experience in supervising personnel.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

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Asset qualification - education:

Graduation with a diploma or degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in an agriculture, natural sciences or business field.
Degree equivalency


Asset qualification- occupational certification:

Possession of a pesticide applicator certification.
Asset qualifications - experience:

Experience working in a research environment (e.g., agriculture or natural sciences). Experience in maintaining farm equipment. Experience in pest and disease management in agriculture.

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

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English essential


Information on language requirements


Knowledge:

Knowledge of agricultural practices (e.g., land preparation, planting, harvest or storage of crops). Knowledge of safe operating procedures in a working environment around heavy equipment or machinery.
Competencies:

Team Leadership Adaptability Interactive Communication Planning and Organizing

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

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Asset qualification - knowledge:

Knowledge of land management and stewardship.
Asset qualifications - abilities:

Ability to maintaining records or data. Ability to analyze and compile information to make recommendations.
Agriculture and Agri-food Canada recognizes that the diversity of its employee population contributes to its strength and integrity. We are committed to achieving employment equity and developing a highly capable workforce that is representative of Canadian Society. We encourage women (especially in non-traditional occupations), Indigenous peoples (Aboriginal peoples), persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups to apply and declare themselves as part of one or more of the Employment Equity groups, as selection may be limited to candidates belonging to one or more of the groups.


Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

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Reliability Status security clearance


Conditions of employment:


Possession of a valid class 5 Prince Edward Island driver's license, or other provincial/territorial equivalency. Ability and willingness to work overtime as required Ability and willingness to perform physically demanding work activities including moderate to heavy manual labour requiring bending and lifting objects (up to 25 kg) Ability and willingness to work with chemicals and pesticides Ability and willingness to obtain a Prince Edward Island Pesticide Applicator's License Ability and willingness to work under variable weather conditions and environments (outdoors, hot, dust, noise). Ability and willingness to use Personal Protective Equipment and control allergies as necessary for the performance of duties

Other information

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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.


Information on employment equity


ASSESSMENT INFORMATION



You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.



Various assessment tools may be used, such as standardized tests, interviews, references, board member knowledge, etc.



All communication relating to this process, including email correspondence may be used in the assessment of qualifications.



A random or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.



Appointment decisions may be based on one or more of the following criteria:

Matching the individual's experience or qualifications to the strengths and weaknesses of the work team. Matching the individual's experience or qualifications to the specific duties of the position being staffed. Depth, breadth, and type of work-specific experience. Level/degree of one or more competencies/qualifications.


A test may be administered.



An interview may be administered.



Reference checks may be sought.



You must provide proof of your educational credentials.



Asset qualifications may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.



APPLICATION & CORRESPONDENCE INFORMATION



Applications submitted by email will not be accepted. You must apply on-line through www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs.html.



Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact the email referenced below under "Contact Information."



Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.



Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts emails from unknown users (some email systems block these types of emails).

Preference

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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.