Commissioned officers of the Canadian Armed Forces
Career Overview
Commissioned officers of the Canadian Forces:
- Plan, organize and command the activities of personnel in the Canadian Forces
- Include all ranks of commissioned officers in the Air Force, Army, and Navy
Job Titles
Duties
Commissioned officers of the Canadian Forces perform some or all of the following duties:
- Plan, organize and command the activities of Canadian Forces units such as armour, artillery and infantry battalions
- Develop and put into use military procedures and policies based on detailed knowledge of unit capabilities and performance
- Direct subordinates in training and coordinate and direct activities of units in accordance with military practices
- Assume responsibility for welfare, morale and discipline of units
- Review and evaluate unit performance, prepare reports and provide briefings for superiors
- Command and lead units engaged in non-combat operations for disaster relief and humanitarian and peacekeeping efforts domestically and internationally
Earnings
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Work Environment
# Workers Employed
1,970% Employed Full Time
75%Work in this occupation is typically done indoors, outdoors or in a vehicle.
Career Pathways
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Education, Training and Skills
- University degree is usually required
- Completion of military training is required
- Experience as a non-commissioned member of the armed forces and demonstrated leadership ability may substitute for a university degree
- Senior ranks, such as colonel, require several years of experience
Education programs in B.C.
Skills
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Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Talking to others to share information effectively.
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
Motivating, developing and directing people as they work, and identifying the best people for the job.
Labour Market Statistics
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Employment
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Employment
1,970Employment by Region
| Region | Employment | % Employment of this Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 15 | 0.8% |
| Kootenay | 10 | 0.5% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 460 | 23.4% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 0 | 0.0% |
| Northeast | 0 | 0.0% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 45 | 2.3% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 1,440 | 73.1% |
Labour Market Outlook
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Forecasted Job Openings (2024-2034)
610Forecasted Job Openings
Forecasted Employment Growth Rate
Composition of Job Openings
Job Openings by Region (2024-2034)
| Region | Job Openings | Avg. Annual Employment Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | Not available | Not available |
| Kootenay | Not available | Not available |
| Mainland/Southwest | 220 | 2.0% |
| North Coast and Nechako | Not available | Not available |
| Northeast | Not available | Not available |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 20 | 0.5% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 360 | 0.8% |
Industry Highlights
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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry
| Industry | Job Openings (2024-2034) |
|---|---|
| Public Administration | 590 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 10 |
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