Amended - Regional Wildlife Specialist

Do you have expertise in the practices of biology as related to wildlife management? If so, bring your leadership skills to support the delivery of the wildlife program with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry.

Located approximately 700 km North of Toronto, and surrounding the Mattagami River in Northeastern Ontario, the City of Timmins offers a variety of natural, cultural and recreational diversions. Building on it's solid industrial foundation, this growing community welcomes new business and offers ample opportunity. Fresh northern air, outdoor adventure and incredible hospitality awaits you in 'The City with a Heart of Gold'.
http://www.timmins.ca/

AMENDMENT: Closing date extended.

What can I expect to do in this role?

• coordinate consistent delivery of wildlife management programs across the northeast region
• lead the transfer, interpretation and implementation of provincial and regional legislation, policies, programs, standards, and guidelines as related to the management of wildlife in the northeast region
• participate in the review and development of provincial and regional natural resources policies, legislation, programs, standards and guidelines
• provide strategic guidance, leadership and advice in resolving wildlife management and allocation issues at a regional/district level
• provide expertise and advice to management on the development and management of review and planning processes
• prepare technical reports, briefing notes, correspondence and presentation materials
• liaise with ministry corporate policy areas and various external client groups and agencies in relation to wildlife program delivery.

How do I qualify?

Technical knowledge and expertise:

• You have in depth knowledge and expertise of the theory, principles and practices of biology as related to wildlife management.
• You have thorough knowledge of government strategic direction, resource management policies and resource legislation (e.g. Fish and
Wildlife Conservation Act, Fisheries Act and Regulations, Canadian Wildlife Act, Environmental Assessment Act, Lakes and Rivers Improvement Act,
Green Energy Act, Crown Forest Sustainability Act, Species at Risk Act).

Communication skills:

You have superior written communication skills to prepare briefing notes, Minister's letters and technical reports.
• You have well developed communication skills to provide advice, guidance and recommendations and input into policies, programs, standards and guidelines with a diverse array of organizations/groups with opposing opinions/interests.
• You have experience making presentations and the ability to provide media interviews.

Interpersonal and relationship management skills:

• You have strong interpersonal, communication and relationship management skills to develop and maintain effective relationships with clients, federal/provincial agencies, natural resource stakeholders, environmental non-government agencies and partners (e.g. Federation of Ontario Naturalists, Nature Conservancy of Canada, Aboriginal communities) public, media and participate on a number of provincial, regional and/or inter-agency committees and working groups.
• You have proven facilitation and conflict resolution skills to effectively identify various perspectives, determine areas of common agreement and develop/gain support from a variety of partners, clients and ministry staff.

Project management and organizational skills:

• You have solid project management skills to organize and complete complex projects within assigned timelines.
• You can coordinate and organize the development and approval of planning processes.

Analytical and problem-solving skills:

• You have proven analytical skills to review literature and scientific reports and bring forward information to contribute to objective and priority setting and work planning.
• You are able to respond to issues and provide recommendations and options to resolve complex issues.
• You have demonstrated skills with considering varied interests and gaining consensus when working with planning teams.

Computer skills:

• You have highly developed knowledge and skills working with computer-based analytical, data management and modelling techniques and tools to analyze biological/resource management information.
• You are proficient with personal computers, internet and a variety of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software to prepare briefing materials, correspondence, reports, etc.

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 Tuesday, July 4, 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.