Air Quality Analyst

Do you possess strong communication, analytical and problem solving skills and are looking to join a dynamic team of environmental professionals dedicated to protecting clean air in Ontario? If so, then consider this exciting opportunity with the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change.

What can I expect to do in this role?

• provide scientific air quality expertise for the regional air quality assessment programs;
• evaluate impacts, and make recommendations for the protection of air quality;
• design statistical frameworks for analyzing, interpreting and presenting on air monitoring data;
• monitor project progress and quality; and
• provide policy advice and guidance to internal and external clients.

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• Valid G Class Ontario Driver's Licence
• You have a degree with specialization in disciplines such as Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, Atmospheric Sciences or Mathematics

Environmental and Technical Knowledge

• You have knowledge of and experience in applying the theories, principles and practices of mathematics, chemistry, statistics and meteorology applicable to atmospheric physics and chemistry, air pollutant dispersion, and air quality assessment and management.
• You have knowledge and experience that will enable you to analyse and synthesize all relevant material (technical reports, submitted scientific information, field survey/sample data, inspection/investigation reports and photographs, file material, scientific literature) in preparing reports defining potential environmental impacts including exceedances of health / environmental-based standards and guidelines and making appropriate recommendations.
• You have experience applying appropriate scientific knowledge and criteria for proper siting of monitoring equipment to assess air quality.
• You have knowledge of the selection of appropriate instrumentation and lab methods to assess air borne contaminants and support industries involved in air quality self-monitoring.
• You have experience and expertise that enables you to interpret and analyze highly technical scientific data to recognize data anomalies and to relate them to atmospheric processes.
• You know environmental and air legislation (e.g. Environmental Protection Act), policies, and regulations (e.g. air quality standards, environmental approvals processes)

Leadership Skills

• You can plan, coordinate, evaluate and implement air quality assessment surveys and the Source Emission Monitoring Program.
• You have experience in experimental design, research techniques, survey design, and field investigations methods.
• You are able to identify issues and make recommendations for remedial action.

Communication and Computer Skills

• You collaborate well with internal and external staff and diverse interest groups.
• You have strong interpersonal and communication skills to prepare technical reports and present highly technical information to multi-disciplinary environmental teams, managers, and the public.
• You work well with others and foster good relationships.
• You can draft a variety of written materials including scientific reports, correspondence, briefing notes, etc.
• You have strong skills and experience using computers and related software (e.g. spreadsheets, database, modeling, statistical and graphics software).

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 23, 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.