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Regional Aquatic Ecosystems Science Specialist

Position(s) language:

Job term:

1 Permanent, 1 Temporary assignment/contract for up to 3 months, with the possibility of extension

Job code:

14026 - Biologist 3 (B/U)

$1,513.08 - $1,908.57 Per week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Do you have a passion for client service? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? A unique and interesting opportunity exists for those with a background and experience in aquatic ecosystem biology. Consider this role in which your expertise and communication skills will be showcased and utilized to provide advice and input into the development of resource management plans, regional programs, standards and guidelines.

Please note: Alternative work locations may be considered, based on operational feasibility and managerial discretion.

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work workplace.

We offer:

- a defined benefit pension plan
- maternity and parental leave top-up benefits which includes adoptive parents
- comprehensive health plan
- life and disability insurance
- 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

About the job

In this role, you will:

- support resource management decision making by transferring existing science, knowledge, information and technology to resource managers and planners relative to aquatic ecosystem dynamics;




- investigate and identify the best existing science to use in support of resource management decisions, issues management, and policy implementation;
- provide scientific advice and leadership in the identification of regional priorities with respect to the synthesis and application of current science research and in informing broader science needs in the MNR.

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirement:

You must have a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's licence upon being hired.

Technical expertise:

- You have expert knowledge of the theories, principles and practices related to biology, with a focus on aquatic ecosystems and populations (e.g. species requirements and interactions, habitats, lake, river and riparian function) as well as knowledge, understanding and ability to apply current ecological, resource management principles and planning approaches.
- You have the ability to interpret and apply guidelines, policies and legislation regarding natural resource protection, and environmental assessment requirements to achieve conservation objectives with respect to land use plans,



projects or proposals.
- You have knowledge of technical and scientific procedures and practices for monitoring and assessment (e.g. sampling methods, design and standards), as well as, the ability to use related tools and technology (e.g. landscape models, geographic information systems, and statistical analysis).

Communication and presentation skills:

- You have well-developed communication skills to make presentations and provide technical advice, guidance, discuss technical information and provide training.
- You can prepare technical reports, briefing materials, and corporate correspondence.

Interpersonal and relationship management skills:

- You can facilitate and build consensus for effective team building, problem solve and reconcile diverse interests of project teams, agencies, Indigenous groups, non-government organizations, and other partners on aquatic science needs and resource management issues.
- You have group leadership and relationship management skills to support planning and task teams and develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external network of colleagues and specialists.

Scientific investigation and analytical skills:

- You have demonstrated research skills to review literature, scientific reports and research available technical information.
- You have applied analytical and problem-solving skills to investigate existing science related to resource management challenges or issues, and to assess biological/resource management situations based on large resource/user datasets and to clari

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