Please note that transportation and accommodation costs will not be provided for these locations.The Stewardship Youth Ranger (SYR) program provides youth with the opportunity to work outdoors, learn about environmental issues affecting their community and acquire the valuable skills and work experience needed to launch their future careers.
Join the Stewardship Youth Ranger program and help build the leaders of tomorrow.
• 1 Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 12 weeks - 3767 Hwy. 69 South, Sudbury
• 1 Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 12 weeks - 808 Robertson Street, Kenora
• 1 Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 12 weeks - 5 Wadsworth Drive, Nipigon
• 1 Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 12 weeks - 1450 7th Avenue East, Owen Sound
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?
As a Team Lead, you will:
• provide group leadership to a team of Stewardship Youth Rangers on a variety of field projects
• research and identify learning opportunities for the group
• ensure the availability of required resources and equipment
• ensure compliance with workplace safety regulations
For more information, please visit the Stewardship Youth Ranger program website:
SYR program pageHow do I qualify?
Mandatory
• You hold a valid Ontario driver's license – class “G” or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario.
• You hold or have the ability to obtain a valid Standard First Aid Certificate.
• You hold or have the ability to obtain a valid Pleasure Craft Operators Card.
• You must have the ability to obtain a valid Ontario Recreational Canoeing and Kayaking Association (ORCKA) Canoe Tripping level 3 certificate or equivalent.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Group Leadership Skills:
• You have working knowledge of the workplace safety legislations and related regulations (e.g. Occupational Health & Safety Act).
• You can motivate and provide direction to SYR team members.
• You can assist with performance appraisals of team members.
Communication Skills:
• You can liaise with a variety of internal and external stakeholders (e.g., ministry staff, parents, community groups, clients, etc.).
• You can explain technical information and instructions.
• You can develop written reports.
Technical Knowledge:
• You have knowledge of environmental stewardship activities (tree planting, stream clean-up, monitoring/removal of invasive species, etc.).
• You are proficient in the operation of related tools and equipment (e.g., hand saws, hammers, shovels, etc.).
General Skills:
• You have planning and coordination skills to manage projects and ensure required material resources are available.
• You have analytical and problem-solving skills to monitor and evaluate project progress and effectiveness.
• You are proficient with a variety of computer software applications (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, electronic mail, etc.).
