Ontario is home to thousands of lakes and rivers that provide essential habitats for a variety of fish species. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, as the manager of Ontario's fisheries, works to maintain healthy fish communities so present and future generations will enjoy high quality fishing and viewing opportunities.
The Lake Ontario Management Unit is looking for enthusiastic and highly motivated Fisheries Technicians to assist with delivery of programs.
The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.
We offer:
• a defined benefit pension plan
• comprehensive health plan
• life and disability insurance
• collegial and professional work culture
• career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
• on-the-job training to support your success in the role
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
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OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.
We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's
Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.
About the job
In this role, you will:
• complete a variety of technical duties required to monitor and assess fish and aquatic communities and their habitat
• operate and maintain equipment related to field data collection including boats, motors, nets, weigh scales, and safety equipment
• act as a member of a team of staff and students ensuring high quality data collection
• compile data and prepare summary reports as requested
Note: This competition may be used to fill additional future vacancies.
What you bring to the team
Mandatory Requirements:
• You must have a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's licence upon being hired.
• You possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Pleasure Craft Operator's Certificate.
Technical skills:
• demonstrated ability to provide technical support for programs involving gillnetting, trapnetting, trawling, electrofishing, creel surveys and commercial catch
• demonstrated ability and attention to detail in processing fish samples for biological data
• demonstrated ability to operate/maintain various types of fishing gear, boats, motors, navigation aids and limnological equipment
Interpersonal and communication skills:
• ability to work in a team environment including providing daily direction to staff, including students, seasonal staff and other staff
• communication skills to interact tactfully with members of the public and other staff, and write technical reports and communication materials
• ability to lead students and technicians in the field and lab in a safe and responsible manner
Knowledge of fisheries assessment:
• working knowledge of fisheries assessment and management techniques and principles
• knowledge of fish identification, diversity and the various fisheries of Lake Ontario, the Bay of Quinte and the St. Lawrence River
• knowledge of worker responsibilities as outlined in the Occupational Health and safety act and associated safety regulations
• knowledge of Ministry of Transportation (MTO) and Canadian Coast Guard (CCG)/Transport Canada (TC) regulations as they relate to on water safety and boat handling on the Great Lakes
Computer proficiency:
• computer proficiency using typical office hardware and software, and programs such as GIS, GPS and navigation software