Amended - Air Quality Analyst

Do you possess strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment?

The Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks is looking for a dynamic individual who is enthusiastic about protecting clean air in Ontario. This role provides a unique opportunity to analyze data and provide scientific leadership and expertise with a diverse and dedicated team of environmental professionals.

Amended - Effective January 1st, 2024 the salary range for this position is $1,605.35 to $2,037.57 per week in compliance with OPSEU Unified Bargaining Unit collective agreement provisions. The new rates, effective retroactive to January 1, 2024, were recently confirmed and dates for implementation of the new salary rates are still to be determined.

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

We offer:
• 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

The Location
Nestled on the scenic shores of Lake Ontario,Kingston is a vibrant city blending urban excitement with natural beauty. Located in southeastern Ontario, just a stone's throw away from the U.S. border, Kingston boasts a rich history as Canada's original capital. Join our dynamic team and discover the charm of Kingston, where historic architecture meets bustling downtown vibes, and lush parks invite outdoor adventures. Experience a perfect balance of work and play in a city that offers a lifestyle like no other!

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:

• provide leadership and scientific air quality expertise for the regional air quality assessment programs
• evaluate impacts, and make recommendations for the protection of air quality
• create modern, innovative materials to share complex data in plain language with diverse audiences
• monitor project progress and quality
• provide policy advice and guidance to internal and external clients
• design statistical framework for analyzing, interpreting and presenting on air monitoring data

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• You have a degree or diploma with specialization in a discipline such as, but not limited to: Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Studies, and Atmospheric Sciences or Mathematics.
• The position requires the successful candidate to have a valid G license or equivalent. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's license upon being hired.

Technical Expertise:

• You have knowledge of and experience in applying the theories, principles and practices of mathematics, chemistry, statistics and meteorology applicable to atmospheric physics and chemistry, air pollutant dispersion, and air quality assessment and management.
• You have knowledge and experience that will enable you to analyze and synthesize all relevant material (technical reports, submitted scientific information, field survey/sample data, inspection/investigation reports and photographs, file material, scientific literature) in preparing reports defining potential environmental impacts including exceedances of health / environmental-based standards and guidelines and making appropriate recommendations.
• You have experience applying appropriate scientific knowledge and criteria for proper siting of monitoring equipment to assess air quality.
• You have knowledge of the selection of appropriate instrumentation and lab methods to assess air-borne contaminants and support industries involved in air quality self-monitoring.
• You can plan, coordinate, evaluate and implement air quality assessment surveys.
• You have experience that enables you to interpret and analyze highly technical scientific data to recognize data anomalies and to relate them to atmospheric processes.
• You know environmental and air legislation (e.g. Environmental Protection Act), policies, and regulations (e.g. air quality standards, environmental approvals processes)
• You have experience in experimental design, research techniques, survey design, and field investigations methods.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

• You collaborate well with internal and external staff and diverse interest groups and foster good working relationships.
• You have strong interpersonal and communication skills to prepare technical reports and present highly technical information to multi-disciplinary environmental teams, managers, and the public.
• You can draft a variety of written materials including scientific reports, correspondence, briefing notes, communications materials, etc.

Analytical and Problem Solving Skills:

• You have analytical and problem solving skills to study, evaluate and recommend policy/scientific approaches for addressing issues arising from field studies outside established procedures.
• You have the ability to interpret and assess air quality data, information and reports with reference to established legislation, policies, and practices and evaluate options and alternatives.
• You are able to determine the need for remedial action and/or air contaminant control proposal modifications necessary to ensure legal compliance by applying principles of air quality management together with interpretation of ministry legislation.

Computer Proficiency:

• You have strong skills and experience using computers and related software (e.g. spreadsheets, database, modeling, statistical and graphics software, and data analytics).

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, April 15, 2024 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.