Crown Surveyor

Do you have proven experience to be a Crown Surveyor? Do you have expert knowledge of the crown survey systems, land law and statutes? If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to act as a Crown Surveyor for the Province of Ontario, consider this position with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry.

Challenge your surveying career by joining the Office of the Surveyor General while making a meaningful contribution to Crown title integrity and Indigenous Land Claims.

About the Location

Whether you choose to live footsteps from downtown or on a serene lake, Peterborough and the Kawarthas offer a number of affordable housing options without long commute times. With ample recreational activities, cultural experiences, year-round entertainment options and unique restaurants, there's something for everyone. Peterborough is also home to Trent University, Fleming College and a new 500-bed hospital for all your health care needs.

About the Mapping and Information Resources Branch

The Branch is an essential partner in the management of Ontario's natural resources. We ensure decisions are supported by the best available data and advice through leadership in Crown land surveying, mapping and information management. The Office of the Surveyor General oversees all legal descriptions used to issue surface and mineral rights on Ontario Crown land, land claims settlements and regulatory control on land development and use.

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.

We offer:
• a defined benefit pension plan
• maternity and parental leave top-up benefits which includes adoptive parents
• comprehensive health plan
• life and disability insurance
• flexible work arrangements
• collegial and professional work culture
• career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
• on-the-job training to support your success in the role

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this role, you will:

• act as the Ministry's Crown Survey expert, serving staff of the ministry, other government agencies, private surveyors and the public
• provide advice to clients, and represent the provincial Crown on legal survey matters during tri-party negotiations with Canada and First Nations
• manage ongoing projects and provide technical direction to staff preparing or reviewing surveys/descriptions for Crown patents, Mining Claims and Regulatory plans
• participate in the development of survey-related legislation, regulations, policies and procedures for the Province

How do I qualify?

Mandatory requirement:

• You must be licensed as an Ontario Land Surveyor by the Association of Ontario Land Surveyors.
*Consideration will be given to licensed land surveyors from other jurisdictions in Canada or those capable of obtaining a license in Ontario within the first 6 months of employment.

Technical knowledge and skills:

• knowledge of Crown Survey systems, constitutional law, common law and statutes, such as Canada Lands Surveys Act, Canada Lands Surveyors Act, Public Lands Act, Mining Act, Beds of Navigable Waters Act
• knowledge of land-related provincial and federal statutes, regulations, and Ontario treaties
• proficiency in the use of computers/software related to surveying, mapping and business processes

Research, analytical and problem-solving skills:

• research, analytical and problem-solving skills to investigate records, evaluate and formulate opinions and identify solutions to project, staff and/or client problems

Interpersonal and communications skills:

• strong interpersonal, negotiation and supervisory skills to provide direction to staff, resolve conflicts, and negotiate with staff and partners
• advanced oral and written communication skills to convey complex ideas, opinions or decisions with clarity, and to prepare affidavits, correspondence, and reports in a timely and sensitive manner

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 Wednesday, December 6, 2023 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.