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Job Ad
Ministry: Ministry of Natural Resources
Division: Field Services Division, Aboriginal Relations Branch
Position Title: POLICY OFFICER
Duration: 1 Permanent, 1 Temporary up to 12 months.
Location: **31 Riverside Drive, Kemptville, K8A 8R6, East Region
Compensation Group: AMAPCEO
Salary: $73,689.00 - $95,724.00 per annum
Position Status: Open
Job Code: 20PRP - Resources Plan Mgt
Schedule: 6
Category: Policy and Analysis
Job ID: 21534

The Ministry of Natural Resources, Aboriginal Relations Branch is looking for two seasoned individuals to work in a challenging environment where knowledge of natural resource management as well as aboriginal culture and case law are important. These positions will report to the Manager, Program Section.
You will assist the Aboriginal Relations Branch and MNR`s Southern Region by contributing to the formulation of aboriginal policy program objectives through participation in negotiation involving land claims and other resource management topics, and the provision of advice with respect to operational resource management issues and agreements; recommending solutions to contentious aboriginal natural resource issues and problems.
Qualifications:Demonstrated knowledge and expertise related to natural resource management and/or social sciences. Demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal history, culture, case law and policies pertaining to Ontario. Strong analytical, negotiation and problem solving skills to provide clear and objective policy advice. Written and oral communications skills, to converse effectively with a variety of contacts and stimulate discussions on native policy issues. Proven judgement in handling complex and contentious issues and proven ability to work effectively with all levels of staff with the Ministry and in other Ministries. Knowledge of legislation and programs which could impact upon MNR and corporate Ontario aboriginal policy. Organizational skills and proven ability to work in a highly paced and decentralized team work environment. Understanding and experience in policy development and the decision-making processes.

Possession of a valid drivers licence.

Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis for the temporary position.

**These positions may be located in any of the following nine district offices in Southern Region, depending upon successful candidates. Candidates should not contact the District offices directly about this competition.

615 John Street North, Aylmer
N5H 2S8

106 Monck Street, Box 500, Bancroft
K0L 1C0

1 Stone Road West, Guelph
N1G 4Y2

50 Bloomington Road W., R. R. #2, Aurora (GTA)
L4G 3C8

10 Campus Drive, Kemptville
K0G 1J0

2284 Nursery Road, Midhurst (Huronia)
L0L 1X0

7 Bay Street, Parry Sound
P2A 1S4

31 Riverside Drive, Pembroke
K8A 8R6

300 Water Street, Peterborough
K9J 8M5
Posting Date:Thursday, October 29, 2009
Closing Date:Friday, November 13, 2009
Applications must be received by the end of the closing date with the Job ID number quoted.
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