Apply By: Tuesday, February 13, 2018 11:59 pm EST
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Student - Enforcement Assistant

Organization:
Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry
Division:
Various Divisions and Branches
City:
Aylmer, Chapleau, Cochrane, Georgetown, London, Owen Sound
Language of Position(s):
English
Job Term:
4 Temporary
Job Code:
Student 1 - Student Level 1, Student 2 - Student Level 2
Salary:
$14.00 - $14.85 Per Hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Posting Status:
Open
Job ID:
116756

Are you a student looking for an opportunity to build your career over the summer? Are you passionate about making a difference?


The Summer Employment Opportunities program provides students with opportunities to obtain valuable work experience, gain transferable skills, and build professional networks.


  • LEARN: Jump start your career, whether you want to learn business skills, use your French language skills, help out in a lab, or work outdoors. Put the knowledge you’ve acquired at school into action.

  • GROW: Enhance your skills and expand your network by working on projects, leading initiatives and sharing your ideas. Transfer the skills you learn to your future school and work experiences.

  • CONTRIBUTE: In addition to advancing your professional and personal skills, you will also give back to your community. Spend your summer working to support the interests of Ontarians!

Information to assist you with the application process, including the Application Guide is available at Summer Employment Opportunities. Within your application, you will have the opportunity to identify the skills, work preferences and qualifications you have that make you a suitable candidate for this position.


This job posting represents multiple positions within different ministries and at various locations across Ontario. Certain cities may be located in distant or remote areas in Ontario and may not be accessible by public transit. Carefully review locations through Google Maps and select ONLY those cities that you are able to travel to and work in.


Notes:

  • Relocation expenses and/or accommodations are not covered by ministries.

  • The number of positions to be filled is approximate and subject to change.

  • You must use your legal name when applying to the job ad.



What can I expect to do in this role?

Work Description:


As an Enforcement Assistant, you may have the opportunity to work on some or all of the following activities:


  • Assist officers and inspectors with the planning and organization of field activities, including routine field inspections of compliance, enforcement, promotion, inspection, and monitoring.

  • Aid with resource management through data collection, data entry, compliance reporting, mapping, and inspection.

  • Perform research, conduct analysis, and evaluate environmental information and data to produce reports.

  • You may also assist in aspects of marine enforcement, such as license, catch, and gear inspections, and participating in outreach activities (e.g. social events involving the public, such as Sportsman and boat shows).

  • Note: You may be required to operate boats, motors, ATVs, and other specialized equipment, and to work outdoors and in diverse weather conditions.


How do I qualify?

Mandatory

You must meet all eligibility criteria on the first day of employment to be eligible for these positions.


  1. Student Status: All summer jobs require a “student” status. A student is defined as someone enrolled in a secondary or post-secondary institution (currently or for the fall semester) or has graduated within the past six months. If you graduated in January, you could apply for and start a summer student position in the Ontario Public Service up until June of that year.

  2. Age: You must be a minimum of 15 years of age. Due to program eligibility requirements, certain opportunities require students to be up to 24 years of age (or up to 29 years of age for a person with a disability). Certain positions require you to be a minimum of 18 years of age. Age parameters will be provided on the job advertisements and you must meet all age requirements by May 1st.

  3. Residency: You must be a resident of Ontario during the term of employment.

  4. Work Status – Ability to Work in Canada: You must be legally entitled to work in Canada. You are also required to have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) upon being hired.


Communication and Interpersonal Skills

  • You apply your written communication skills to document findings, record data, and prepare a variety of documents (e.g. reports).

  • You apply your initiative and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively in a team environment, and have a strong work ethic with the ability to work independently.


Technical Skills and Knowledge

  • You apply your experience using Microsoft Office applications, such as Word (word processing), Excel (spreadsheets), and PowerPoint (presentations), as well as email and the internet to conduct research and prepare a variety of documents.


Analytical and Organizational Skills

  • You apply your planning and organizational skills to collect, organize, review, and verify information/data through review of files, reports, and other means.
  • You work independently or as part of a team; you plan, organize, and prioritize your work to meet competing deadlines.


Other Requirements

  • You are capable of performing manual activities, including lifting and carrying weighted items (in accordance with the Employment Standards Act and Workplace Health and Safety regulations).

  • You are willing to accompany staff on multi-day field trips.

  • Certain positions require that you possess an Ontario G2 (or higher) Driver's Licence or equivalent.

  • Certain positions require that you have a valid Pleasure Craft Operator Card, Standard First Aid and CPR certification, or that you are willing and able to acquire these certifications as a condition of your employment.

  • Travel will be required to accompany staff on multi-day outdoor field trips to conduct checks to enforce safety legislation. You will work outdoors and in adverse weather conditions.


Additional Information:

Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Schedule:
N/A , N/A
Category:
Corrections and Enforcement
Posted on:
Tuesday, January 2, 2018
Note:
  • In accordance with the Ontario Public Service Employment Screening Checks Policy, the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Please refer to the information below to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.


    You will be responsible for obtaining the criminal record check at your own expense and provide it, along with your written consent, to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), HR Service Delivery Division to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional screening checks that were not obtained directly by you. (Note: If a Vulnerable Sector Screening/Check is required, it must also be obtained in person at your local police service.) A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.

  • All positions advertised on this job ad are represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) and successful candidates will be required to pay monthly union dues, which are automatically deducted from your pay.

    You will receive a confirmation splash page verifying receipt of your application when your application has been successfully received. If you do not receive a confirmation splash page, it is likely that your application was not successfully received and it is recommended that you resubmit your application. If that still does not result in a confirmation, please contact SEO@ontario.ca during the posting period. We cannot provide assistance with submitting your application after the job ad deadline date.
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 Tuesday, February 13, 2018 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.

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