Geoscience Technical Coordinator North

Geoscience Technical Coordinator in the North! Natural Resources Canada – Geoscience and Earth Monitoring Sector Closing date:
June 18, 2026 – 23:59 Pacific Time

Selection process number: 2026-RSN-EA-GEMS-675346

Salary: $65,216 to $81,985 (position entitled to an allowance per the Isolated Posts and Government Housing Directive. Vacation Travel Assistance may also be provided.)

Level: EG-03

Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Duties: The Geoscience Technician is responsible for supporting applied geoscience projects throughout Nunavut. They participate in geological mapping, use, maintain, set‑up, and takedown equipment, and handle rock samples and earth materials in support of these projects.

Work environment: The Canada‑Nunavut Geoscience Office (CNGO) mandate is to provide Nunavut with accessible geoscience information and expertise to support resource exploration and development, infrastructure development, and geoscience education, training and awareness. The office fosters an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workforce and promotes work‑life balance.

Intent of the process: The intent of this process is to staff one indeterminate EG‑03 position in Nunavut. A pool of qualified candidates will not be established. Applicants are advised to apply only if they wish to be considered for this Nunavut‑based opportunity and are willing and able to work in the office.

Positions to be filled: 1

• Willing and able to work in Iqaluit, Nunavut.
• Willing and able to do strenuous field work in remote Nunavut locations.
• Willing and able to travel to communities and remote locations.
• Willing to work flexible hours and overtime during field work.
• Health Canada pre‑employment medical clearance required.
• Applicants encouraged to apply only if they are willing and able to relocate to Iqaluit.
• Relocation assistance will be available for the fully qualified and selected candidate.

• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s licence.
• Obtain and maintain a wilderness First Aid Certificate (or equivalent) and CPR certificate.

Education: Secondary school diploma or employer‑approved alternatives (Public Service Commission test or acceptable combination of education, training, and/or experience).

• Experience working in varying terrain and weather conditions.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software.

Abilities:

• Ability to follow standard protocols and procedures.

May be applied/assessed at a later date.

• Graduation with a certificate, diploma, or degree from a recognized post‑secondary institution with specialization in geoscience, environmental science, or a related field.

• Experience working in communities of Nunavut.
• Experience in the care and custody of equipment.
• Experience participating in scientific field work projects.
• Ability to speak Inuktitut.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. Selection may be limited to members of the following employment equity group:
Indigenous (Aboriginal) peoples.

Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

We're 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 contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.