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CONSERVATION OFFICERS
Organization:
Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry
Division:
Enforcement Branch
City:
Gogama, Manitouwadge
Language of Position(s):
Bilingual English/French
Job Code:
41106 - Resource Tech 4-Conserv Officer
Salary:
$1,302.68 - $1,452.58 Per Week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Explore the possibilities of this opportunity to apply your technical expertise and help safeguard our natural resources.
The ministry is committed to protecting and managing the province's natural resources and is looking for motivated, service and team oriented professionals who are eager to advance their career in natural resource conservation.
What can I expect to do in this role?
As a member of our enforcement team, you will:
• participate in the delivery of a multi-service integrated compliance program
• deliver planned compliance
• provide education and information related to natural resource management and protection
How do I qualify?
Mandatory
• you hold a valid Ontario class 'G' driver's Licence
• you have advanced oral and written French language skills
• you have the ability to obtain a valid Standard First Aid and CPR certificate
• you have the ability to obtain a Pleasure Craft Operator's Card
• you have the ability to pass the Ontario Hunting Licence Examination
• you have the ability to successfully complete the Canadian Firearms Safety Course or successfully challenge the exam
• you have the ability to pass psychological/physical assessments to determine suitability and fitness for the position
• you have the ability to be appointed as a Conservation Officer
• you have the ability to work shifts, weekends and holidays
• you have the ability to travel for extended periods of time
• you have the ability to work in remote and isolated locations
Note: This position requires an enhanced-level screening check under the OPS Employment Screening Checks Policy which includes a criminal record check (CPIC), Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) check, Niche/RMS file check (Local Police Record check) and Credit (Equifax) check.
Enforcement skills:
• you have experience enforcing legislation, policies and regulations
• you have knowledge of enforcement and investigation techniques, methods and procedures
• you have knowledge of rules of evidence, lawful searches and seizures to conduct investigations and gather evidence
• you have knowledge of legal documents and court procedures to prosecute violators
Technical knowledge:
• you have knowledge of natural resource management principles (eg. areas of commercial/sport fisheries, game/non-game species of wildlife, etc.)
• you have the ability to interpret and apply related legislation (eg. Fisheries Act, Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, etc.)
• you are proficient in the sports of hunting and fishing, handling firearms and other sporting equipment
• you are proficient in the operation of related recreation vehicles (eg. watercraft, snowmobiles, ATV's, etc.)
Communication skills:
• you can prepare legal court documents
• you can provide testimony in court
• you can prepare and deliver presentations to public interest groups (eg. fish and game clubs, naturalist groups, public schools, etc.)
• you can respond to requests for information verbally and in writing
• you can deal tactfully with the public, staff and media
Negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• you are able to exercise sound judgment in stressful and potentially threatening situations
• you are able to reach peaceful solutions in volatile situations
• you are able to promote and influence compliance with related legislation and standards
Analytical and investigation skills:
• you can assess activities for compliance
• you can gather information and evidence
• you can identify problems and recommend solutions
General skills:
• you have the ability to work independently and without direct supervision
• you have the ability to independently make sound decisions
• you have the ability to work as a member of a team
• you have organizational and planning skills
• you are proficient with a variety of computer software applications (eg. word processing, spreadsheet, email, internet, etc.)
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 Bilingual English/French Permanent, 40 Manitou Rd, Manitouwadge, North Region, Enhanced - Special Constable Screening Requirement
- 1 Bilingual English/French Permanent, 5 Low Ave, Gogama, North Region, Enhanced - Special Constable Screening Requirement
Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Schedule:
4.7
Category:
Corrections and Enforcement
Posted on:
Wednesday, January 14, 2015
Note:
- This ad is also available in French.
- In accordance with the Ontario Public Service Employment Screening Checks Policy, the top candidate(s) may be required to provide a general or enhanced screening check. Please refer to the Additional Information / Address section above on this job advertisement to determine the screening check that is required for each position.
A general screening check includes a criminal record check and if applicable, fingerprint verification at your own expense. An enhanced screening check includes a criminal record check and if applicable, fingerprint verification at your own expense and permission for the Negotiations & Security Branch , Employee Relations Division to conduct any specific screening as indicated in the Additional Information / Address section above.
A record of a Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The screening check results will only be reviewed and evaluated by the Negotiations & Security Branch for the purpose of making a clearance decision. The details of an individual's screening check will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Screening check records will be maintained by the Negotiations & Security Branch and kept strictly confidential. - N-NR-72596/15(2)
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 Wednesday, January 28, 2015 11:59 pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.
All Ontario Public Service external job advertisements are posted in English and French. To confirm the language requirements of a job, check the "language of position" information at the top of each job ad. For all positions, candidates will be assessed in English, the business language of the Ontario Public Service. For English/French designated bilingual positions, candidates will also be assessed through French-language proficiency testing.
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.
