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Aquatic Species at Risk Specialist
Organization:
Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry
Division:
Species Conservation Policy Branch, Fisheries Section
Language of Position(s):
English
Job Term:
1 Temporary assignment/contract for up to 12 months, with possibility of extension
Job Code:
14026 - Biologist 3 (B/U)
Salary:
$1,261.30 - $1,590.97 Per Week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Are you an expert on aquatic biology/ecology? Are you passionate about species at risk? Join the Fisheries Section as we build policies and programs to conserve aquatic species at risk and their habitats in Ontario.
What can I expect to do in this role?
As the Aquatic Species at Risk Specialist, you will play a key role in conservation policy initiatives. You will:
• provide specialty expertise in aquatic biology/ecology and habitat management to support the effective implementation of the Endangered Species Act;
• keep up to date on research and environmental scans to build on current knowledge;
• lead and participate in the analysis of species at risk issues;
• maintain ongoing partnerships with specialists; and
• participate in cooperative initiatives.
How do I qualify?
Specialized knowledge:
• You have expert knowledge of aquatic biological/ecological science theory, principles and practices of population ecology, physiology and management.
• You have demonstrated scientific knowledge of Ontario's aquatic species at risk and their habitats to provide advice for the protection and recovery of aquatic species at risk.
Communication skills:
• You can apply communication, presentation, negotiation and interpersonal skills to work effectively with stakeholders, staff and management.
Analytical skills:
• You have analytical, judgement and evaluation skills to analyze and assess complex biological issues and provide recommendations.
Leadership skills:
• You have leadership and project management skills to lead projects and provide technical guidance to meet tight deadlines and targets.
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 300 Water Street, Peterborough, East Region
Compensation Group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Schedule:
3-A
Category:
Lands and Resources
Posted on:
Thursday, May 19, 2016
Note:
- Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.
- N-NR-92893/16
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 Friday, June 3, 2016 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.
