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 the Environment, Conservation and Parks. 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?
In the Resource Recovery Policy Branch you will support the team in providing analysis and advice on waste related files as well as support the recovering value from waste initiative that the government committed to in the Reducing Litter and Waste in Our Communities: Discussion Paper, and the Made-in-Ontario Environment Plan.
This position will assist the team with various projects and policy development activities related to waste diversion including: conducting research and analysis; preparing jurisdictional reviews, stakeholder and Indigenous community engagement; correspondence; and participating on various committees and working/project groups.
How do I qualify?
Mandatory
• Candidates must self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit)
• Graduated within the past five years from a college or university with a diploma, degree or post-graduate certificate.
View Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Indigenous Self-Identification
Analytical and Research skills:
• You can provide research support to projects and branch initiatives.
• You can gather and analyze information to support the development of recommendations and resolutions to issues.
• You can interpret and apply legislation, policies, processes and procedures.
Communication skills:
• You can prepare and present various documents, including presentations, reports, summaries.
• You can clearly and concisely communicate information and recommendations.
Interpersonal and teamwork skills:
• You can establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at varying levels to seek and exchange information.
• You can participate and contribute to working groups.
Planning and organizational skills:
• You are able to plan, organize, and manage multiple tasks and projects with competing deadlines.
Computer proficiency:
• You are proficient using common office productivity software (i.e. word processing, spreadsheets, presentations) to draft documents and reports, prepare presentations, conduct analysis, and perform research on the internet.
