Surface Water Specialist/Spécialiste des eaux de surface

If you are looking for a unique opportunity to showcase your skills in surface water resource management, consider the valuable contribution you can make as an expert on surface water quality and/or quantity for the region.

The beautiful and picturesque Northern Region offers many benefits to those working and living within its reaches:

• recreational activities spanning all four seasons for those enjoying the outdoors (eg, camping, fishing, paddle sports, snowmobiling, skiing etc.);
• affordable real estate options and lower cost of living than many major urban centers;
• wildlife in their natural habitats, such as moose, otter, whitetail deer, grouse
• ten exceptional universities and colleges with a wide array of programs
• warm, welcoming and multicultural communities with exciting festivals celebrating unique heritages

Working in the Northern region, successful candidates will have the added benefit of in-person networking opportunities and in-field work. Consider the Northern region when submitting your application and start your next adventure!

NOTE: Consideration will be given to the successful candidates to allow them to work out of either of the two posted MECP office locations. Work location will be determined based on the successful candidate’s current home or work address and operational needs.

What can I expect to do in this role?

In this role you will:

• provide expertise in surface water quality and/or quantity in support of regional water programs
• make recommendations to protect, conserve, and manage surface water resources
• act as a regional expert on compliance issues
• evaluate hydrological and ecological impacts of proposed and existing activities
• investigate and resolve surface water spills and assess contaminated site and landfill impacts
• develop and implement field investigations to support ministry water resource management programs and provide advice to clients

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• You have a valid Ontario Class G driver’s licenses in order to carry out field studies.
• You have a degree with specialization in disciplines such as Biology, Hydrology, Chemistry or Water Resources.

Environmental and Technical Knowledge:

• You have experience applying the principles of surface water management, limnology and water quality assessment techniques and environmental management theories, principles, and practices
• You know how to conduct field investigations and operate surface water equipment
• You know hydrological, chemical, and/or biological methods and techniques with specialization in water resource management and ecology
• You have a demonstrated ability to understand and apply applicable policies, procedures and legislation related to environmental protection (eg Environmental Protection Act, Ontario Water Resources Act, Environmental Bill of Rights)

Analytical and Problem Solving Skills:

• You have excellent research and investigative skills to collect data during field studies and determine compliance.
• You are highly analytical and have the ability to break down, assess, and interpret complex scientific data.
• You know how to identify and evaluate problems to develop effective solutions.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

• You can communicate technical information in a clear manner
• You know how to draft a variety of written materials such as scientific reports, briefing notes, correspondence, etc.
• You work well with others and are able to persuade and influence diverse interests

Project Management Skills:

• You have proven skills in project management.
• You can lead discussions involving conflicting approaches or opinions to develop consensus.

Additional Information

Address:

· 2 English Temporary, duration up to 6 months, 435 James St S, Thunder Bay, North Region or 933 Ramsey Lake Rd, Sudbury, North Region

· 1 English Permanent, 435 James St S, Thunder Bay, North Region or 933 Ramsey Lake Rd, Sudbury, North Region

Compensation Group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Schedule: 6

Category: Lands and Resources

Posted on: Monday, September 16, 2024

How to apply:

Please apply online, only, at www.ontario.ca/careers, quoting Job ID 216847, by Monday, September 30, 2024. Please follow the instructions to submit your application.

 

If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/ContactUs.aspx to provide your contact information. The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code.

 

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer.
Accommodation is available under Ontario’s Human Rights Code.

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If you are looking for a unique opportunity to showcase your surface water resource management skills, consider the valuable contribution you can make as a surface water quality and/or quantity specialist in the region.

The beautiful and picturesque Northern region offers many benefits to those who work and live there, such as:

• four-season recreational activities for outdoor enthusiasts (camping, fishing, paddle sports, snowmobiling, skiing, etc.);
• affordable real estate options and a lower cost of living than many major urban centres;
• wildlife in their natural habitat, such as moose, otter, white-tailed deer, grouse;
• 10 exceptional universities and colleges offering a wide range of programs;
• warm, welcoming, multicultural communities with exciting festivals celebrating unique heritages.

Working in the Northern Region, new hires will have the added benefit of in-person networking opportunities and hands-on experience. Consider the Northern Region when applying and starting your next adventure!

NOTE: Successful candidates will be considered for employment in one of two posted MECP offices. The work location will be determined based on the successful candidate’s current home or work address and operational needs.

What will my duties be in this position?

In this role you will:

• provide expertise on surface water quality and/or quantity in support of regional water programs;
• make recommendations to protect, conserve and manage surface water resources;
• act as the regional specialist on compliance issues;
• assess the hydrological and ecological impacts of proposed and existing activities;
• investigate and address surface water discharges and assess the impact of contaminated sites and landfills;
• develop and implement field investigations to support departmental water resource management programs and provide advice to clients.

What requirements do I need to meet?

What is mandatory:

• You hold a valid Ontario Class G driver’s license to conduct field studies.
• You have a degree with a specialization in disciplines such as biology, hydrology, chemistry or water resources.

Environmental and technical knowledge:

• You have experience in applying the principles of surface water management, limnology and water quality assessment techniques, as well as environmental management theories, principles and practices.
• You are able to conduct field surveys and operate surface water equipment.
• You are familiar with hydrological, chemical and/or biological methods and techniques and have a knowledge of water resources management and ecology.
• You have demonstrated an ability to understand and apply applicable environmental protection policies, procedures and legislation (e.g., Environmental Protection Act, Ontario Water Resources Act, Environmental Bill of Rights).

Analytical and problem-solving skills:

• You have excellent research and investigative skills to collect data for field studies and determine compliance.
• You have strong analytical skills and an ability to break down, evaluate and interpret complex scientific data.
• You know how to identify and evaluate problems to develop effective solutions.

Communication and interpersonal skills:

• You can communicate technical information clearly.
• You are able to draft various written documents such as scientific reports, briefing notes, correspondence, etc.
• You work well in a team and are a force for persuasion and influence of diverse interests.

Project management skills:

• You have proven project management skills.
• You can lead discussions involving conflicting approaches or opinions in order to reach consensus.

Additional information

Address:

· 2 English Temporary(s), duration up to 6 months, 435, JAMES STREET S, Thunder Bay, Northern Region or 933 Ramsey Lake Road, Sudbury, Northern Region

· 1 English Permanent(s), 435, RUE JAMES S, Thunder Bay, North Region or 933 Ramsey Lake Road, Sudbury, North Region

Compensation Group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Schedule: 6

Category: Land and Resources

Publication date: Monday, September 16, 2024

How to apply:

Please apply online only at www.ontario.ca/careers, quoting competition number 216847, by Monday, September 30, 2024. Please follow the instructions to apply.

If you require accommodations related to a disability to enable you to participate in the recruitment process, please click Contact Us and provide us with your contact information. The Recruitment Services team will contact you within 48 hours.

We appreciate your interest in this position. However, you will only be contacted for the purposes of the screening process or to schedule an interview.

The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer.
Any necessary accommodations will be made in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code .