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Amended - Pesticides Scientist
Organization:
Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change
Division:
Environmental Sciences and Standards Division
Language of Position(s):
English
Job Term:
1 Temporary (with possible extension)
Job Code:
15546 - Scientist 3
Salary:
$1,243.96 - $1,564.61 Per Week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Bring your knowledge of environmental sciences and pesticide management to the Ministry of the Environment where you will help develop pesticide management policy and legislation for the protection of human health and the environment in Ontario!
What can I expect to do in this role?
• Conduct a variety of scientific and analytical services to administer the pesticides management program;
• Provide scientific knowledge and advice on pesticides and their management;
• Review and assess scientific information and prepare reports;
• Assist in developing strategies and programs for the management of pesticides;
• Promote sustainable pest management policies;
• Respond to a range of customer inquiries;
• Explain the legislation governing pesticides in Ontario.
How do I qualify?
Mandatory
• You have a Bachelor of Science degree in a scientific discipline or the equivalent combination of education and experience related to pesticides management.
• You are able to travel on an occasional basis to attend meetings and conferences across Ontario.
Knowledge of Environmental Toxicology
• You have general knowledge of the principles of toxicology and environmental impact.
• You have an understanding of the properties governing the behaviour of pesticides in the environment.
Analytical, Evaluative, and Reasoning Skills
• You have analytical and evaluative skills to identify and address scientific problems.
• You have experience in interpreting scientific data and searching, reviewing and summarizing technical information.
• You have reasoning skills to problem-solve, develop solutions and work on issues that are contentious or politically sensitive in nature.
• You are able to interpret and apply relevant policy, regulations and legislation pertaining to pesticides.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• You have oral communication skills to explain technical and scientific information in a concise manner.
• You have written communication skills to write reports while working under time constraints.
• You have interpersonal skills to provide effective customer service.
Computer Proficiency
• You have knowledge of personal computer-based software applications including word processing, spreadsheets and power point.
NOTE: AMENDMENT to Job AD changing from restricted to OPEN.
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 40 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, Toronto Region
Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Schedule:
3
Category:
Science and Engineering
Posted on:
Tuesday, June 13, 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, June 30, 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.
