DATA INFORMATION SPECIALIST - Jobs in Ontario

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About UsScience and Research Branch provides science as a service to the Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry (MNDMNRF). We lead, coordinate, and deliver the ministrys applied research and provincial inventory, monitoring, and reporting to inform resource management policy and decision making.Our work supports key ministry priorities such as managing forests, wildlife, and aquatic resources, supporting land use planning, maintaining natural heritage resources, sustaining biodiversity, managing invasive species, developing renewable energy, mitigating and adapting to climate change, and leading the provinces rabies control program.The OpportunityDo you possess an expertise in database development and data information management Are you looking for an opportunity to showcase your skills while working with a team of information management and natural resources specialists supporting natural resources projects If so, come join our team at the Science and Research Branch of the Provincial Services Division.Why Work For The OPSWe 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.

Want to learn more about the Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry Check out our website atOntario.caWhat can I expect to do in this roleYou will:

• provide analytical expertise in data definitions, standards and information requirements
• identify users information needs and requirements
• assist clients and staff (data architects and modelers/data base administrators) in the development of data definitions, standards and data flow diagrams
• assist in coordinating and planning the implementation of new and updates of application software
• review provincial legislation and ministry policies to identify data/information management requirements
• participate in post implementation review and evaluation, monitoring the quality and performance of applications

How do I qualifyTechnical knowledge:

• You have knowledge of database design and development and information gathering methodologies, automated support tools, data dictionaries and logical design.
• You have knowledge of data modeling, programming languages and data retrieval techniques (such as Microsoft Visual Studio, T-SQL and SQL Server).
• You have knowledge of re-engineering and application software and database management software to develop designs for database structure and sections of applications to meet clients information processing and storage requirements.

Analytical, problem solving and evaluative skills:

• You have analytical, problem solving and evaluative skills to research, interpret, identify and assess data management and information requirements.
• You have ability to interpret legislation and policies and provide recommendations on data access and data information management.
• You have ability to gather and assess information on requirements through interviews and reviewing clients business activities and processes.

Project management and negotiation skills:

• You have knowledge and skills in project management to work on simultaneous projects.
• You have negotiation and consensus building skills to reach agreements on directions, schedules and outcomes when working on projects and with partners or clients.

Communication and interpersonal skills:

• You have well developed communication skills to interview clients and discuss information needs as well as legal and technical requirements.
• You have ability to explain technical data and information management issues to non-technical clients and users.
• You have written communication skills to write manuals, procedural guidelines and various information documents on data/information management.
• You have interpersonal skills to work on project teams and to convey technical and administrative issues with various levels of staff or clients with tact and diplomacy.

Natural resources sector knowledge:

• You have knowledge of one or more terrestrial and aquatics natural resources fields such as forestry, wildlife and or fisheries.

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.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, 25th Side Rd , Rosslyn, North Region

Compensation Group: Ontario Public Service Employees UnionUnderstanding the job ad - definitionsSchedule: 6Category: Information TechnologyPosted on: Monday, November 29, 2021Note:

• Effective October 1, 2021, the OPS COVID-19 Safe Workplace Directive requires all Ontario Public Service employees to provide proof they are fully vaccinated, meaning they are fully vaccinated as defined by the Ministry of Health (refer to: COVID-19 Fully Vaccinated Status in Ontario), including 14 calendar days have passed since receiving their final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.Employees who do not provide proof of full vaccination will be deemed ‘not vaccinated under the Directive and will be required to attend a vaccine education program and undergo regular rapid antigen testing. Employees who are not vaccinated under the policy with a valid medical exemption will not be required to attend a vaccine education program but must undergo regular rapid antigen testing.
• 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-NR-173111/21

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