Management Biologist

Are you looking for an opportunity to showcase your expertise in biology and the management of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems in a District with a range of diverse and rich ecosystems? Are you able to think big picture and able to problem solve in a creative way? If so, consider this challenging opportunity to join our team.

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

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

**OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism**: We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

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**. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.
**What can I expect to do in this role?**: In this role, you will:

- provide advice and support in the planning and delivery of the district resource management and land use planning initiatives
- provide biological knowledge and advice on terrestrial and aquatic ecosystem management
- assist in the management of resource issues

**How do I qualify?**:
**Mandatory requirements**:

- You have the ability to work in the field under all types of weather conditions.

**Technical knowledge**:

- You have knowledge of sustainable resource management, ecosystem management and landscape planning theories, principles and practices, with a focus on aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, fish and wildlife habitat, population assessment and environmental impacts.

**Communication and interpersonal skills**:

- You have demonstrated leadership, negotiation and interpersonal skills to reconcile differing points of view and garner support from various stakeholders.
- You have an ability to build relationships (i.e. with internal staff and external stakeholders) and work well in teams.
- You have the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing to explain technical information in plain language to clients, liaise with specialists and compose scientific and technical reports.

**Analytical skills**:

- You have proven ability to gather, analyze and interpret resource management data in order to provide expertise and advice on ecological impacts of activities and management of resource issues.

**Project management skills**:

- You have proven project management and organizational skills to design, plan and lead scientific studies/survey projects, including preparing and managing project budgets.

**Additional Information**:
**Address**:

- 1 English Permanent, 435 James St S, Thunder Bay, North Region or 1100 Main St, Ignace, North Region

**Compensation Group**:

- Ontario Public Service Employees Union- Understanding the job ad - definitions
- **Schedule**:

- 3-A**Category**:

- Lands and Resources**Posted on**:

- Monday, December 9, 2024