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SPECIALIZED LABORATORY INSPECTOR
Organization:
Ministry of the Environment
Division:
Safe Drinking Water Branch
Language of Position(s):
English
Job Code:
61507 - Environmental Officer 4
Salary:
$1,321.19 - $1,624.55 Per Week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Are you looking for a career dedicated to helping protect Ontario's valuable drinking water?
We are seeking an energetic, conscientious individual with a strong science background, to perform specialized inspections of environmental laboratories.
What can I expect to do in this role?
• Conduct comprehensive inspections that assess the management, operations and administration of analytical laboratories performing environmental testing and regulated drinking water analysis
• Provide technical expertise and advice on compliance
• Enforce compliance using legal instruments
• Prepare technical reports and orders
• Discuss ongoing operating matters with laboratory authorities
How do I qualify?
Mandatory
You have a valid Ontario class ‘G' driver's licence
Environmental and Legislation Knowledge
• you have knowledge of the application of theories, principles and practices of environmental sciences and health risks
• You understand the management and operations of laboratories to assess environmental laboratory functions such as microbiology, inorganic and organic chemistry
• You have an in-depth understanding of internationally recognized standard quality practices to assess compliance
• you can interpret and apply environmental legislation (i.e. Ontario Water Resources Act, Safe Drinking Water Act and Ontario Regulations), policies and guidelines
Analytical, Problem Solving and Organizational Skills
• You have well-developed analytical and problem solving skills to identify cause and source of problems and develop a course of action to resolve the issue
• You can make decisions in crisis situations to de-escalate an issue as well as to determine the appropriate compliance or enforcement approach in any given situation
• You can coordinate, organize, and plan your work activities effectively
Communication and Computer Skills
• You can communicate in a clear manner in various scenarios (e.g. presentations, providing testimony in court)
• You can develop a variety of written materials (e.g. letters, technical reports)
• You can interact in a positive and effective manner with ministry committees, stakeholders, and staff
• You have experience using computers and software such as word processing, presentation, and database applications
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 English Permanent, 125 Resources Rd, Etobicoke, Toronto Region
- 1 English Permanent, 125 Resources Rd, Etobicoke, Toronto Region
Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Schedule:
3.7
Category:
Science and Engineering
Posted on:
Monday, March 31, 2014
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Remember: The deadline to apply is Monday, April 14, 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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Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario sont affichées en anglais et en français. Pour connaître les exigences linguistiques, vérifiez les renseignements sur la « langue du poste » figurant dans le haut de chaque offre d'emploi. Pour tous les postes, l'évaluation des candidates et candidats se fera en anglais, la langue usuelle de la fonction publique de l'Ontario. En ce qui concerne les postes désignés bilingues, la maîtrise du français des candidates et candidats sera également évaluée.
