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Park Information Specialist
Organization:
Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry
Division:
Quetico Provincial Park - Dawson Trail Campground
Language of Position(s):
English
Job Term:
1 Temporary annually recurring seasonal contract for up to 6 months (Apr-Sept)
Job Code:
07962 - Librarian 2
Salary:
$1,150.20 - $1,361.16 Per Week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Do you have a unique combination of skills and knowledge that include cartographic/GIS and library sciences knowledge?
Consider this truly unique position within Ontario Parks that will allow you to showcase your skills.
What can I expect to do in this role?
As a member of the Quetico Provincial Park team, under the general supervision of the Park Superintendent, you will:
• operate the John B. Ridley Research Library at the Quetico Provincial Park Heritage Pavilion visitor center
• provide GIS support to backcountry park operations throughout the NW zone of Ontario parks
• perform and maintain social media duties to support partnerships and the marketing of parks in Northwestern Ontario
• support education, research and planning programs in the park through the maintenance of accurate and easily retrievable information
• evaluate and analyze research information to meet clients' needs and to support Ministry decision making, policy and program development
How do I qualify?
Library sciences knowledge:
• knowledge of archiving, information management and indexing practices and methods to provide services by researching, cataloguing, or indexing a variety of information, print and data sources
• knowledge of a wide range of electronic resources and print materials dealing with archaeological, environmental, and policy research; internet; and other electronic resources
Technical knowledge:
• knowledge of cartographic principles, to create map products for park operations and for planning and marketing projects
• knowledge on the operation of a GPS device and maintaining Geographic Information Systems
• knowledge of wilderness travel skills and techniques
Analytical skills:
• analytical skills to select from various and diverse electronic/print information resources, assess/synthesize their content, and evaluate their potential usefulness
• evaluation and planning skills to develop and maintain internal databases in the unit, organize long term mapping projects and maintain campsite, infrastructure and portage inventories
• resource management skills to determine the needs and requirements to meet the research needs of ministry staff
Communication skills:
• innovative and creative writing skills to maintain engaging social media content in support of Northwest Zone Park initiatives and partnerships
• ability to support partnership activities between Northwest Zone Parks and first Nation's, ENGO's and other groups and stakeholders
Computer proficiency:
• experienced and proficient using common office productivity software such as word processors, spreadsheets, databases, email and internet, as well as social media applications, ArcMap and photo/video editing software
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 English Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 8 months, Hwy 11, Atikokan, North Region
Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Schedule:
3.7
Posted on:
Friday, March 24, 2017
Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future vacancies represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, eligibility lists are shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying to this competition, you are providing consent that your name may be shared with OPSEU representatives.
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 as applicable 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 being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered 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, April 7, 2017 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.
