Job Description

Canadian Food Inspection Agency


Shawinigan (Quebec)


VM-02


$106,060 to $127,746
For further information on the organization, please visit Canadian Food Inspection Agency

Closing date: 8 September 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply:

Persons residing in Canada.



The Agency has adopted a common hybrid work model that aligns with the Federal Public Sector, with all staff working onsite a minimum of 3 days per week or 60% of their regular schedule. Depending on the role, some positions require full-time on-site presence, while others allow for a potential mix of onsite and telework to leverage the best of both in-person and virtual work. Flexible arrangements may be discussed during the hiring process, depending on position-specific operational requirements.

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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


The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is a separate employer and is not subject to the Public Service Employment Act.



At the CFIA this commitment goes beyond the hiring process. We are committed to ensuring that all employees have equal, barrier-free access to opportunities; that they can work to the best of their abilities and fully participate in work events. Recognizing where situations require accommodations, we have established several supports and services in the workplace which help to ensure a fair, timely and consistent approach to access.



CITIZENSHIP INFORMATION

The CFIA considers applications from individuals who have legal status to work in Canada and does not give preference to Canadian citizens.



We will only accept applications received through the GC Jobs website, therefore you must submit your application by clicking on "Apply online" in this advertisement. Persons who are unable to apply online must use the "Contact information" below, prior to the closing date, to request specialized accommodation.

Duties

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CFIA Veterinarians play a key role in Canadian food safety, forming the first line of defense against the spread of many diseases. They help to maintain healthy practices in the food and livestock industries, including sound meat hygiene and terrestrial/aquatic animal health and within research and diagnostic laboratories. Their work includes educating the public and industry officials about the potential hazards of importing products of animal origin, or through inspection of animals and meat products. CFIA Veterinarians work in a broad range of environments, performing a wide variety of critical tasks.



Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, overseeing the implementation, management and enforcement of the Meat Hygiene Program in slaughterhouses. They are also responsible for enforcing laws and regulations and managing personnel.

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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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.



ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

EEd1 - Graduation from a recognized school of Veterinary Medicine, defined as:

Graduation from a veterinary school accredited or approved by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA); OR Graduation from another veterinary school and holding a Certificate of Qualification (Parts A, B & C) granted by the National Examining Board of the CVMA.


Applicants submitting education credentials from a non-Canadian institution are responsible for obtaining certification that these credentials are the equivalent of the Canadian education level required for the position.




Please refer to the link below for more information.
Degree equivalency


OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION

Eligibility for membership in a Canadian veterinary association, defined as:

Current members of a Canadian veterinary association with a license recognized by the CVMA;
AND

Non-members of Canadian veterinary associations holding a Certificate of Qualification granted by the National Examining Board (NEB) of the CVMA.

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

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ASSET EXPERIENCE

AEx1 - Experience of supervising staff or leading a team.

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

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French essential


Information on language requirements


ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES

EC1 - Effective Interpersonal Relationships

EC2 - Adaptability / Flexibility

EC3 - Leadership

EC4 - Oral Communication

EC5 - Written Communication

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

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ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS

A representative workforce is a core priority for the CFIA. First consideration for an appointment may be given to qualified candidates who, at the time of application, indicate they belong to one of the following Employment Equity (EE) groups (self-declaration): Indigenous Peoples, Women, Members of Visible Minorities and Persons with Disabilities.



Note that the CFIA has chosen to adopt the Accessible Canada Act definition of Disability for self-declaration, which includes any physical, mental, intellectual, cognitive, learning, communication or sensory impairment - or a functional limitation - whether permanent, temporary or episodic in nature, evident or not, that, in interaction with a barrier, hinders a person's full and equal participation in society. Please apply this definition when completing the Self-Declaration Form for Members of Employment Equity Groups as part of your application.


Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

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Reliability Status security clearance - Applicants who have not lived in Canada for the past five (or ten, depending on security level) years may be required to submit a police certificate from each country in which they have lived for six months or more during this period, as well as other documentation required for the security screening process. Failure to submit this documentation if requested will eliminate the application from further consideration.



The following conditions of employment are required for an appointment:

Adherence to the CFIA Code of Conduct. Adherence to the CFIA Conflict of Interest and Post-Employment Policy. Compliance with the Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector. Legal status to accept employment for the entire period of employment.


Any of the following conditions of employment may be required for an appointment:

Medical suitability: Pass a Pre-placement Health Evaluation and Periodic Health Evaluation. Willing and available to travel, as required. Willing and available to work shifts. Willing and available to work irregular hours (e.g., days, nights, weekends, statutory holidays). Willing and available to work overtime, as required. To have and maintain a valid driver`s license. To assume responsibility for making transportation arrangements to get to diverse and distant work sites in a timely and efficient manner. To use in the prescribed circumstances and manner all prescribed safety materials, equipment, devices and clothing. Willing and able to be immunized as indicated by job risk, location, overseas travel and other identified risks. Willing and available to travel frequently, as required. Willing and available to work shifts in different establishments. Willing to work in various locations, including third-party premises. To use prescribed and provided respiratory equipment that meets the respiratory program requirements; to undergo fit testing (e.g. may need to be clean-shaven, depending on the respirator design). Willing and able to work in environmentally challenging or physically demanding conditions.

Other information

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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency 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.



https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs/employment-equity.html


Personal information is obtained for the purpose of determining an individual's competence and suitability for employment. If a staffing complaint questions this determination, please be advised that relevant personal information you will provide in the course of this staffing process may be disclosed to substantiate the staffing decision.



Please ensure that you read ALL points listed below, as this section contains important information about the application process. Failure to read these notes and follow these instructions could result in your application missing required information which may result in your application being eliminated from this staffing process.



a) You are entitled to participate in the staffing process in the official language of your choice.



b) For this staffing process, the CFIA will communicate with you by email. You must provide a valid email address to which you wish to receive communication regarding this staffing process. You must ensure that you check your email account including spam, promotion or other folders regularly as there may be a deadline for responses. If you respond past the deadline you risk being removed from the staffing process.



c) Applicants who are screened in to this staffing process will be sent further information by email regarding what to expect during subsequent phases of this staffing process.



d) Depending on the number of applicants, CFIA's needs and CFIA HR plans, volume management strategies such as, but not limited to, top-down approach, cut-off scores, random selection and/or assessment may be used for the purpose of managing applications/candidates. Should a volume management strategy be used, communication regarding the application of the strategy will be provided to those candidates who are impacted.



e) During the application or assessment process both cheating and plagiarism are considered forms of misconduct and are not permitted. Any person found cheating, including those who help others to cheat, may be subject to removal from the staffing process.



f) A current copy of your resume may be used as another source to confirm the education and experience you will be asked to describe in the screening questions. It may also be reviewed by prospective hiring managers at the appointment stage.



g) For more information on how to apply to a CFIA staffing process, please visit: https://inspection.gc.ca/about-the-cfia/job-opportunities/how-to-apply/eng/1340676915348/1340679107182



h) You will be asked to provide proof of your education credentials later in the staffing process.



i) Your ability to communicate effectively in writing will be assessed via the application.



j) Various assessment tools may be used in this staffing process such as: standardized tests, reference checks, written tests, an interview, etc.

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