MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
- University degree in environmental science or a related science (e.g. chemistry, geography).
- The position requires the successful candidate to have a valid G license or equivalent. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that s/he has a valid driver’s license upon being hired.
SCIENTIFIC COMMUNICATION AND REPORTING SKILLS
- Proven scientific writing and presentation skills to prepare and deliver technical reports, briefing notes, and publications for diverse audiences, including senior management and scientific communities.
- Ability to translate complex scientific findings into clear, actionable recommendations and policy-relevant insight.
- Experience in designing and developing data-driven dashboards and visualizations for environmental and scientific data, with the ability to distill complex information and communicate key insights to diverse audiences.
LEADERSHIP AND COORDINATION ABILITIES
- Experience leading scientific initiatives, coordinating technical teams, and guiding staff in data analysis, interpretation, and reporting.
- Ability to set priorities, ensure quality assurance, and represent the ministry on intergovernmental committees.
INTERPERSONAL AND COLLABORATIVE SKILLS
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills to work well in teams and liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including other jurisdictions, agencies, and the public.
- Ability to foster collaboration and share expertise across multidisciplinary teams and governmental levels.
DON’T MEET EVERY QUALIFICATION?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
HOW TO APPLY:
- You must apply online.
- Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
- Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
- Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
- OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
- If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS AND ASSESSMENT:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the “position(s) language” section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you’ll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.
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