Surface Water Specialist
Found in: beBee jobs CA - 1 week ago
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 LocationNestled 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 otherWhy 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
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.
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
- You have a degree with specialization in disciplines such as Biology, Hydrology, Chemistry or Water Resources.
- This position requires the successful candidate to have a valid class "G" driver's license or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof of a valid driver's license at time of hire.
- 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 environment protection (e.g. Environmental Protection Act, Ontario Water Resources Act, Environmental Bill of Rights)
- 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.
- 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
- You have proven skills in project management.
- You can lead discussions involving conflicting approaches or opinions to develop consensus.
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