Are you interested in applying your knowledge of environmental sciences to identify, monitor, and report on a variety of sources of pollution? If so, consider this rewarding opportunity to achieve a greener Ontario!
**Please note: effective, January 1, 2024, the updated salary range for this position is $1,148.33 to $1,358.93 per week in alignment with the recently ratified OPSEU Unified 2022-2024 collective agreement.
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About the job
• Inspect and monitor selected sources of air, water and land pollution
• Assess compliance with environmental legislation and policies
• Respond to routine, non-complex pollution complaints
• Collect samples and document evidence
• Assist in implementing inspection and abatement programs
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
• Valid class G2 Ontario driver's license
• You must possess oral French language skills at the advanced level. Your proficiency level will be confirmed before hire.
Environmental and Technical Knowledge:
• You understand and can apply the principles and practices and theories of environmental sciences.
• You have the ability to apply knowledge of industrial and municipal environmental controls and waste management, abatement procedures and programs.
• You can apply sample collection techniques in the field.
• You can interpret and apply environmental legislation (e.g. Environmental Protection Act, Pesticides Act, Ontario Water Resources Act), and related policies and guidelines.
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:
• You are able to analyze and assess technical and scientific information.
• You can identify cause and sources of pollution problems and suggest corrective action.
• You can review ministry guidelines and policies to evaluate compliance
Communication and Computer Skills:
• You can communicate technical information in a clear manner.
• You have good writing skills to produce clear, concise, and grammatically correct documents.
• You can deal with the public and a variety of diverse client groups in an effective and polite manner.
• You know how to use computers and related software (e.g. word processing, spreadsheets, email).