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POLICY ANALYST - FOREST GUIDES
Organization:    Ministry of Natural Resources
Division:    Policy Division - Forests Branch
City:    Sault Ste Marie
Job Term:    1 Temporary assignment/contract for up to 6 months with the possibility of extension (Successful candidate may be able to work out of an alternate work location other then the one listed).
Job Code:    13994 - Forester 2B
Salary:    $1,150.66 - $1,421.31 per week*
Posting Status:    Open
Job ID:    52483
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We are searching for an experienced professional to fill the role of Policy Analyst - Forest Guides. If you're hoping to apply your skills in a role that will have you conducting policy research and analysis of issues to support forest programs, then consider this exciting opportunity.

Note: The successful candidate may be able to work out of an alternate work location other then the one listed.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this challenging role, you will:
• participate in policy research projects, program design and delivery reviews, development and transfer of initiatives
• analyze and support projects and initiatives for forest programs
• prepare and maintain project documentation, assess implications and impacts, and draft correspondence
• assist in coordinating stakeholder consultation and training, attend stakeholder meetings and forums to discuss interests, concerns and issues and seek advice on developing forest policy

How do I qualify?

Knowledge:
• You possess sound knowledge of the principles and practices of forest management planning and silviculture systems, procedures and techniques.
• You have knowledge of and the ability to use computer programs including word-processing, databases, spreadsheets, forest analytical tools and presentation software.

Research and analytical skills:
• You have excellent research, analytical and problem solving skills to source out policies and legislation, provide rationales for policy use/creation and for finding solutions to forest management challenges and issues.
• You have the ability to review and interpret policy and legislation related to resource management.
• You possess well developed project management and organizational skills to deal with multiple tasks with competing deadlines.

Interpersonal and communication skills:
• You possess strong oral and written communication skills to explain current policies and programs, prepare reports and make formal presentations.
• You have proven interpersonal and facilitation skills as well as the ability to promote and develop effective working relationships with other program areas and forest stakeholders.
• You are able to work independently, as a member of a team, and collaboratively in a multi-team setting.

Additional information:
Address:  
  • 1 Temporary, duration up to 6 months, 70 Foster Dr, Sault Ste Marie, North Region
Compensation Group:   Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Schedule:   A
Category:   Lands and Resources
Posted on:   Friday, March 8, 2013
 
Note:
  • The minimum salary rates identified in this posting are subject to revision as a result of the recently agreed to OPSEU collective agreement covering the period of January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2014.
All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from applying and/or accepting a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from applying and/or accepting a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.
 
Remember: The deadline to apply is Friday, March 22, 2013 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.



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