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Pathologist-Horticulture
Organization:
Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
Division:
Agriculture Development Branch - Horticulture Technology Unit
Language of Position(s):
English
Job Code:
12124 - Industrial Development Officer 3
Salary:
$1,424.17 - $1,817.78 Per Week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Do you want to play an integral role in mitigating the economic and environmental impacts of plant disease on the agricultural industry?
If so, this is your opportunity to lead the integration of new products, technologies and best practices related to plant pathology in the horticulture sector.
What can I expect to do in this role?
• act as the lead provincial specialist on the identification, detection and management of plant diseases in the horticulture industry
• review and assess leading-edge agricultural economic research and agricultural practices from around the world and adapt the findings to Ontario industry needs
• facilitate industry change through educational and awareness building tools such as publications, media releases, social media, speaking engagements, training workshops and one-on-one meetings with clients
• represent the ministry on provincial, national and international working groups
• lead the development of strategies to prevent and mitigate plant disease impacts on Ontario's agriculture sector
How do I qualify?
Mandatory requirement:
• In order to conduct site visits at rural and remote locations, you must have the ability to travel to areas not serviced by public transportation.
Industry knowledge:
• You have expert knowledge of the scientific theories and principles of plant pathology in horticulture crops.
• You understand the economic and environmental impacts of plant disease on the agricultural industry.
Analytical and problem-solving skills:
• You have analytical skills to review new research studies, agricultural practices and technologies and assess their transferability to industry in Ontario.
• You have analytical skills to evaluate the impact and effectiveness of policies, programs and services.
• You have analytical and problem-solving skills to investigate industry issues, trends and developments.
Consultation and consensus-building skills:
• You have tact, diplomacy and consensus-building skills to build and enhance partnerships, coalitions and networks with government partners and industry stakeholders.
• You have consultation skills to evaluate the educational and training needs of agricultural clients.
Other important:
• You have communication skills to liaise with industry stakeholders, deliver presentations and prepare a variety of technical resources and reports.
• You have adult education and knowledge transfer skills to develop educational resources, tools, products and training materials.
• You have planning and coordination skills to effectively manage project activities and resources.
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 English Permanent, 50 Stone Rd, Guelph, West Region
Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Schedule:
6
Posted on:
Tuesday, April 2, 2019
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 Thursday, April 25, 2019 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.
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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.
