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Job Ad
Ministry: Ministry of the Environment
Division: Operations Division
Position Title: SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER
Duration: 1 Permanent
Location: 808 Robertson Street, Kenora, P9A3X9, North Region
Compensation Group: OPSEU
Salary: $1,270.78 - $1,515.70 per week*
Position Status: Open
Job Code: 61507 - Environmental Officer 4
Schedule: 3.7
Category: Lands and Resources
Job ID: 22283

If you are passionate about protecting the environment, and are looking for a chance to make a difference, then consider this challenging opportunity as a Senior Environmental Officer.
The Ministry of the Environment is seeking a conscientious individual to work in a diversified industrial, municipal and private pollution abatement program. In this role you will conduct inspections and investigations, prepare and review technical reports, recommend remedial and/or legal action, and ensure implementation of abatement programs. You will also participate in the environmental response program, prepare and issue provincial officer orders, testify in legal proceedings, and liaise with the public, municipal and industrial officials and the media.
Qualifications:demonstrated knowledge of theories, scientific principles and practices of environmental sciences, industrial/municipal processes and pollution controls; knowledge of contaminated site assessment techniques, spill assessment and cleanup, sample collection and field measurement techniques; established communication, interpersonal, conflict resolution and problem solving skills to liaise with internal and external clients and prepare written technical/scientific reports; analytical, evaluative and decision making skills to carry out complex work independently; proven ability to interpret and apply environmental legislation, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines to assess regulatory compliance and develop enforcement options; demonstrated field experience and ability to work independently and under pressure and meet conflicting and changing deadlines; knowledge of issues management techniques; knowledge of project management theories and techniques in order to oversee clean-up projects; knowledge of computer applications and demonstrated proficiency in the use of related software (word processing, spreadsheet, databases) and network applications; valid driver`s license to conduct field work.

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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Applications are accepted online only. As an equal opportunity employer, the OPS will provide employment accommodation if required. Contact the Regional Recruitment Centre at
1-866-333-8491, Ontario, CANADA
Fax: Faxes are not being accepted at this time

Only applicants selected for interview will be contacted.
OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying to positions.

The Ontario Public Service is an equal opportunity employer.
Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.

*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.