Applying to join the Coast Guard

• How do I get a job with the CCG?
• At what time of the year should I expect to see job postings appear?
• How long is the application process?
• Which jobs (posters) are open to the public?
• Can you please clarify for me in which circumstances someone who is not a Canadian citizen can apply to a ships' crew position?
• I am interested in knowing if the Coast Guard employs Registered Nurses and if so what further experience/certifications are necessary

• How do I get a job with the CCG?
  
  The Canadian Coast Guard is part of the federal public service and follows all of the Public Service Commission’s (PSC) hiring procedures.
  
  
• At what time of the year should I expect to see job postings appear?
  
  We have seasonal jobs starting in spring with recruitment beginning early during the winter season. We have indeterminate/permanent jobs and recruit at various times throughout the year through the Public Service Commission.
  
  
• How long is the application process?
  
  The Canadian Coast Guard is part of the federal public service and follows all of its hiring procedures. These procedures ensure the process of hiring is transparent and you will receive regular updates on the status of the process. These steps are in place to ensure the public service hires qualified staff in an open and transparent manner.
  
  
• Which jobs (posters) are open to the public?
  
  Many jobs are open to the public however some have specific qualifications that you must meet in order to be hired. There are also many entry-level jobs that have minimal pre-qualifications. Please visit our Seagoing and Shore-based page for all job profiles.
  
  
• Can you please clarify for me in which circumstances someone who is not a Canadian citizen can apply to a ships' crew position?
  
  All Canadian Citizens can apply to the Canadian Coast Guard, even those who do not hold a Canadian Passport, however, they must be able to obtain one if required. As for your question regarding the Canadian citizenship requirement, anyone can apply providing they have at least a work permit/residence visa and that they meet the conditions of employment. They do not have to be a permanent Canadian Citizen.
  
  
• I am interested in knowing if the Coast Guard employs Registered Nurses and if so what further experience/certifications are necessary?
  
  Our icebreakers carry medical officers on their summer deployments to the Arctic (July - October). Central & Arctic Region coordinates our icebreaker operations in the North and they contract out for medical officer services. In order to provide health care services aboard its vessels, the Canadian Coast Guard recruits Nurse Practitioners or Registered Nurses with advanced nursing practice skills. These Health Care Officers are only required on vessels during arctic and scientific voyages in extremely remote areas. They must have 3-5 years of nursing station experience in an isolated area. Key duties performed under remote supervision include:
  
  
  • Provides emergency treatment services
  • Conducts comprehensive physical examination, initiate medical and minor surgical interventions
  • Maintains the security, confidentiality, integrity and legality of client health record and information
  • Provides preventive health services including counseling, health and safety promotion and upon request, assists with ship inspections for potential health and safety hazards.
  • Provision of primary health care, assessment, treatment, referral and follow-up to clients during prolonged periods of duty at sea in remoter locations

  The CCG currently have a pool of qualified nurses, but the next postings will be out in 2011. Candidates must apply using the on-line application process in order for their application to be considered. Please visit the PSC website regularly for job offers. To search for career opportunities within CCG select the “search for jobs” tool on the left menu; for a “quick search” choose the location and employment title desired. You may also use the advanced tool; to receive better results select the program that best suits you, then type in Canadian Coast Guard into “Organization”. This is the fastest way to access career opportunities within the Canadian Coast Guard.
  
  http://jobs-emplois.gc.ca/