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Biologist Intern

Organization:
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks
Division:
Land and Water Division - Pinery Provincial Park (Grand Bend)
City:
Grand Bend
Language of Position(s):
English
Job Term:
1 Temporary
Job Code:
14021 - Biologist 1
Salary:
$1,005.19 - $1,211.03 Per Week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Posting Status:
Open
Job ID:
165340
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 Energy, 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?

Under the general supervision of the Park Superintendent, and professional direction of the Natural Heritage Education Supervisor:

Assist the ecologists, planners, stewardship coordinator and park staff with the collection, management and analysis of background information pertaining to Provincial Parks. This could include written information and spatial data regarding land cover, vegetation, habitat, geology, wildlife, species at risk, cultural heritage, and other values.

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).
• You must posses a valid Ontario Driver's License.

View Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Indigenous Self-Identification

Technical knowledge:

• You have knowledge of biology and ecology including conservation biology and biodiversity
• You have a general understanding of conservation issues and legislative planning tools that provide protection to properties in Ontario
• You have basic knowledge of and an interest in the identification and monitoring of the flora and fauna of Ontario

Communication and interpersonal skills:

• You have communication skills to respond to natural heritage inquiries from internal staff, external clients and partners
• You have proven interpersonal skills and the ability to work amicably within a multi-disciplinary team

Computer proficiency:

• You have knowledge of and ability to use personal computers including word-processing, data management and Geographical Information Systems (GIS) software

Other knowledge and skills:

• You have knowledge of worker responsibilities as outlined in the Occupational Health and Safety Act

Additional Information:

Address:
  • 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 9526 Lakeshore Rd, Grand Bend, West Region
Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Schedule:
3-A
Category:
Internships
Posted on:
Monday, June 28, 2021
Note:
  • The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.

    W-ET-165340/21
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 Monday, July 19, 2021 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.

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