Are you interested in leading Wildlife Monitoring programs and participating in the measurable advancement of resource management? If so, then look no further as this position is for you!
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
• flexible work arrangements
• 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
About the job
In this role, you will:
• facilitate the development and transfer of terrestrial wildlife monitoring products
• lead and coordinate the development and recommendation of strategies, and tactical/operational objectives and plans
• schedule activities and oversee the day-to-day province-wide operation
• align program direction and activities with identified business needs
• prepare and maintain annual budgets, and maintain financial controls
• participate on science teams, provincial task forces, technical committees and working groups
• provide advice related to sustainable resource management and the development and implementation of terrestrial wildlife monitoring programs
What you bring to the team
Technical knowledge:
• You have advanced knowledge and understanding of the terrestrial wildlife (population and habitat) ecology of Ontario, as well as related scientific theories, methods and principles and their application in resource management.
• You have comprehensive knowledge of wildlife population and habitat field operations, particularly as related to inventory, monitoring and assessment.
• You have knowledge of relevant terrestrial wildlife legislation policies, procedures and programs.
Analytical and problem-solving skills:
• You have proven analytical and evaluation skills to analyze and evaluate complex products and recommendations.
• You have business analysis skills, including strong critical thinking and assessment skills related to science and technical options to address business needs and to develop terrestrial wildlife monitoring program business cases.
• You have problem-solving skills to explore issues and create various solutions/options.
Interpersonal and communication skills:
• You have strong verbal and written communication skills to speak at meetings, give presentations, brief managers, and prepare reports.
• You have proven conflict resolution skills to be able to bring contrary views to consensus.
• You can work independently and can work in a team environment.
Project management and organizational skills:
• You have a proven ability to effectively facilitate projects through to completion.
• You have strong organizational skills and time management skills to meet programs' tight deadlines under stressful conditions.
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's
Human Rights Code and the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer
accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please
contact us.Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace: