Job Level: RE-05 $77,281 to $102,535

Closing Date: 24/05/2026

Senior Conservation Officer

The Capital Stewardship Branch is looking for two (2) Senior Conservation Officers for an indeterminate position and a temporary position of one (1) year with the possibility of extension.

ABOUT US

The National Capital Commission (NCC) is the federal Crown corporation dedicated to ensuring that Canada’s Capital is a dynamic and inspiring source of pride for all Canadians and a legacy for generations to come. Building on more than a century of experience, the NCC provides unique value in the Capital Region by fulfilling three specific roles: long-term planner of federal lands, principal steward of nationally significant public places, and creative partner committed to excellence in development and conservation.

Year after year, the NCC has been recognized as one of National Capital Region’s top employers. NCC employees can deploy to departments and separate agencies in accordance with the Public Service Employment Act.

The position is classified as a RÉ-05 ($77,281 to $102,535 per annum).

A list of qualified people may be compiled and may be used for additional temporary or indeterminate positions.

JOB OVERVIEW
As a Senior Conservation Officer, you will provide frontline protection and care of NCC properties by conducting proactive patrols, enforcing applicable regulations and promoting their safe and responsible use. You will lead emergency and wildlife response operations, conduct investigations, support environmental and operational projects, and provide leadership and guidance to junior staff and students.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION
High School Diploma.

EXPERIENCE
Five (5) to eight (8) years of experience in the following areas:

• Enforcing applicable laws and regulations.

• Monitoring and protecting properties, buildings, lands or natural resources.

• Leading and overseeing emergency and non-emergency situations, including high-risk incidents such as injuries, missing persons, fires, hazardous spills, and natural disasters.

• Conducting investigations, gathering evidence, and preparing prosecution files for court proceedings.

KNOWLEDGE

• Of the Ontario Provincial Offences Act or the Québec Penal Code.

• Of the Fisheries Act and the Canada Shipping Act.

• Of conservation and natural resource management principles and practices.

ABILITIES

• To educate and engage diverse clients and stakeholders on regulations and compliance requirements.

• To lead, mentor, and support team members.

• To develop and coordinate operational plans and conduct debriefings with internal and external stakeholders.

• To lead and participate in special and undercover enforcement initiatives.

COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrating integrity and respect – Civility and well-being.

• Thinking things through – Innovating through analysis and ideas.

• Working effectively with others – Relationships and trust building.

• Showing initiative and being action-oriented – Getting things done.

ASSETS

• A degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in Natural Resource Management or Conservation, Environmental Science, Law Enforcement or Conservation Enforcement or in a related field.

• Possess a Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC).

• Training for use of All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and snowmobile.

• A provincial trapping licence (Québec or Ontario).

• Knowledge of the NCC regulations, including Traffic and Property Regulations.

• Experience in providing testimony and presenting evidence in court.

• Certification in wildlife chemical immobilization.

• Firefighting training.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• To walk long distances in a natural environment, sometimes in rugged terrain and in difficult weather conditions.

• To work evenings, weekends, shifts outside of regular working hours and during statutory holidays.

• To be on call regularly.

• To wear a uniform including protective equipment and other operational tools if necessary.

• To handle extensive patrolling, sometimes in remote and isolated locations.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Possess or eligible to obtain Secret security clearance.
• Linguistic profile: Bilingual BBB.
• Possess non restricted possession and acquisition licence (PAL).
• Successfully complete the annual firearms training.
• Possess a valid driver’s licence and a good driver’s abstract.
• Possess a valid certificate for remote first aid & CPR/AED level C.
• Complete a psychological assessment.
• Undergo a medical examination.
• Pass the Physical Readiness Evaluation for Police (PREP), the Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation (PARE) or a similar evaluation.
• Meet RCMP criteria to obtain Peace Officer Status.
• Complete the use of force and tactics training and obtain certification.
• Position is in the National Capital Region. The person selected for this position must reside within a commutable distance from the workplace at 1519 Star Top Road, Ottawa, Ontario.
• The person selected for this position is expected to work on site.

The NCC is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages candidates to indicate voluntarily in their application if they are a woman, an Indigenous person, a person with a disability or a member of a visible minority group.

The NCC is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the Human Resources representative of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Requesting an accommodation will have no impact on your selection process. If you require additional information on the position or if you are experiencing technical difficulties, please contact us at hr.recruitment@ncc-ccn.ca.

Hearing impaired and speech impaired persons can contact us through a Teletype Device (TTY) at (613) 239-5090 or 1-866-661-3530 (toll free).

Please take note that only selected candidates will be contacted.