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RESOURCE/BEAR MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN
Organization:
Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry
Division:
Regional Operations Division
Language of Position(s):
English
Job Term:
1 Temporary recurring seasonal assignment/contract up to 26 weeks (April to October)
Job Code:
41104 - Resource Technician 3
Salary:
$22.91 - $25.50 Per Hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Are you bear wise? Do you have strong communication and presentation skills? If so, consider this opportunity to join a professional team with the Ministry of Natural Resources.
On the shore of the world's largest freshwater lake and nestled among Canada's boreal forests and Canadian Shield, Thunder Bay provides all the amenities of an urban centre as well as ready access to outdoor adventure in Northwestern Ontario. Thunder Bay ranks as the sixth most culturally diverse community of its size in North America, with quality education of all levels. The city is a busy business and transportation hub due to its prime location in the centre of Canada along major transportation routes and its proximity to the United States.
What can I expect to do in this role?
As a Bear Management Technician you will:
• participate in resource management partnerships and initiatives
• assist with administrative matters (e.g. budget, audit, licensing)
• conduct operational field program activities
• perform technical activities (prepare reports, compile statistical data)
How do I qualify?
Mandatory requirements:
• valid class G driver's licence or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario
• valid Firearms Possession Only License (POL) or Possession/Acquisition License (PAL)
• ability to successfully complete an Ontario Hunter Safety Training course
• valid First Aid and CPR certificates or ability to readily obtain
• ability to successfully complete the MNR Problem Black Bear Management Course
• ability to successfully complete Black Bear Encounter Safety Training
• ability to successfully complete Chemical Immobilization Course offered by the Canadian Association of Zoo and Wildlife Veterinarians
Technical knowledge and skills:
• understanding of ecological sustainability principles and practices
• knowledge of standards and operating practices for information gathering (e.g. data collection and inventory techniques)
• general knowledge of field equipment operation to perform field maintenance, adjustments and repairs (GPS, vehicle, weather stations, outboard motors and boats, ATV's etc)
Leadership, interpersonal and communications skills:
• well developed communication skills to respond to resource/industry, public inquiries, make presentations, represent the Ministry
• demonstrated group leadership skills to assign and monitor work
• interpersonal skills to deal with requests/concerns of clients/partners
Planning and analytical skills:
• good planning and coordinating skills
• demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills to make decisions to determine the nature/extent of resource user compliance and recommend course of action
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 English Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 26 weeks, 435 South James Street, Thunder Bay, North Region
Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Schedule:
4.7
Category:
Lands and Resources
Posted on:
Monday, July 28, 2014
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Remember: The deadline to apply is Tuesday, August 12, 2014 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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