FOOD SAFETY ADVISOR, REGULATORY - Jobs in Guelph, ON

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Do you have experience working in the food processing industry, with a background in food safety or food scienceIf so, the Food Safety Systems Development Branch is seeking a highly motivated food safety professional to provide technical advice and support to our inspection teams as well as leadership and scientific guidance in the development of food safety programs and policies.Please note the position may require occasional travel to locations not accessible by public transit.What can I expect to do in this roleIn this role, you will:

• provide ongoing technical support to food safety program staff related to meat, fish, dairy and foods of plant origin food safety and related ministry policies
• provide leadership and scientific input into the development, maintenance and enforcement of food safety regulations
• coordinate research, analysis and communications for food safety and animal welfare issues, acting as a regulatory resource specialist to inspection staff and industry organizations on food production issues
• develop recommendations and present potential impacts and consequences of regulatory amendments
• provide guidance to stakeholders on changes pertaining to the Ontario food processing industry
• participate on multidisciplinary working groups and contribute expertise to assist in the development of regulations, standards, procedures and programs
• prepare and deliver presentations to ministry staff and management, at public meetings or industry association gatherings

How do I qualifyIndustry knowledge:

• You have experience applying food safety principles and practices in the food processing industry.
• You have experience implementing food safety risk management programs and controls.
• You have knowledge of agriculture and/or food sciences to identify the implications of new or revised food safety standards.

Knowledge of food safety:

• You have expert knowledge of food safety principles and practices.
• You have experience interpreting and applying food safety legislation and related regulations.

Communication skills:

• You have verbal and written communications skills to explain, document and present complex information in practical terms.
• You have interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with inspection staff and industry stakeholders.
• You have consultation and negotiation skills to influence food safety outcomes.

Computer skills:

• You are proficient with a variety of computer software applications (e.g. word processing, internet, spreadsheet, database).

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.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 theOPS 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 Ontarios Human Rights Code. Refer to the application instructions below if you require a disability-related accommodation.Additional Information:Address:

• 1 Permanent, 1 Stone Rd, Guelph, West Region

Compensation Group: Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of OntarioUnderstanding the job ad - definitionsSchedule: 6Category: SciencePosted on: Thursday, April 21, 2022Note:

• Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.
• The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.W-AF-180735/22

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