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Experience working in the Ontario Public Service – grow your future.

The OPS is dedicated to recruiting and advancing top talent while building a diverse public service that is reflective of Ontario's population and communities. This exciting opportunity offers recent Indigenous post-secondary graduates the opportunity to develop their careers and gain valuable work experience with one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

Bring your knowledge, experience and perspectives to the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines. Working with a team of engaged professionals and dedicated leaders, you'll take the next step in your career in a dynamic environment that provides opportunities for personal growth, competitive salary, mentorship, learning and development opportunities, and work-life balance.

What can I expect to do in this role?

As part of the administrative team in the Deputy Minister's Office (DMO), build your project management skills by:

• analyzing and reviewing processes and making recommendations on improvements to the Information and records management of the DMO
• assisting in the development of work plans according to DMO's and ministry's priorities for records management and obligations under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA).
• conducting research and analysis of trends, new developments and best practices, including the exploration of potential new tools, systems and/or mechanisms for information management (sharing, retention and storing practices)
• coordinating project daily activities, including reviewing and monitoring project progress, key deliverables, timelines and budgets
• supporting the implementation of effective Information Management (IM) processes
• participating in development teams, committees and working groups

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• You must have graduated from a college or university, with a degree, diploma or post-graduate certificate, within the past 5 years.
• You must be an Indigenous person (i.e. First Nations, Métis, Inuit).

Specialized knowledge:

• Project management theories and methodologies, to assist in the planning and implementation of project activities relating to the DMO's and ministry's record management practices, decision-making and IM processes.
• Research techniques, data analysis and evaluative methods/techniques, to conduct research, analyze and compile information/data for the development of standards, processes, performance measures, new tools/systems.
• Project coordination and client/stakeholder consultation techniques.

Important skills:

• You have proven interpersonal and communication skills.
• Analytical and issues management skills to analyze and review the DMO's and ministry business and decision-making process.
• The ability to research, analyze and assess complex and diverse issues, with attention to detail.
• Planning and organizational skills.

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Your interest in working for the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines is greatly appreciated. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

AMENDED - Closing date has been extended to November 10, 2017.

Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future vacancies represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, eligibility lists are shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying to this competition, you are providing consent that your name may be shared with OPSEU representatives.

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 Friday, November 10, 2017 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.