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Aquatic Species at Risk Specialist
Organization:
Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry
Division:
Species Conservation Policy Branch, Fisheries Section
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
1 Temporary assignment/contract for up to 12 months, with possibility of extension
Job code:
14026 - Biologist 3 (B/U)
Salary:
$1,261.30 - $1,590.97 Per week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Are you an expert on aquatic biology/ecology? Are you passionate about species at risk? Join the Fisheries Section as we build policies and programs to conserve aquatic species at risk and their habitats in Ontario.
About the job
As the Aquatic Species at Risk Specialist, you will play a key role in conservation policy initiatives. You will:
• provide specialty expertise in aquatic biology/ecology and habitat management to support the effective implementation of the Endangered Species Act;
• keep up to date on research and environmental scans to build on current knowledge;
• lead and participate in the analysis of species at risk issues;
• maintain ongoing partnerships with specialists; and
• participate in cooperative initiatives.
What you bring to the team
Specialized knowledge:
• You have expert knowledge of aquatic biological/ecological science theory, principles and practices of population ecology, physiology and management.
• You have demonstrated scientific knowledge of Ontario's aquatic species at risk and their habitats to provide advice for the protection and recovery of aquatic species at risk.Communication skills:
• You can apply communication, presentation, negotiation and interpersonal skills to work effectively with stakeholders, staff and management.Analytical skills:
• You have analytical, judgement and evaluation skills to analyze and assess complex biological issues and provide recommendations.Leadership skills:
• You have leadership and project management skills to lead projects and provide technical guidance to meet tight deadlines and targets.
Apply by:
Friday, June 3, 2016 11:59 pm EDT
Position details:
- 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 300 Water Street, Peterborough, East Region
Compensation group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Category:
Lands and Resources
Posted on:
Thursday, May 19, 2016
Note:
- Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.
- N-NR-92893/16
Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.
Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.
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