REGIONAL PLANNING BIOLOGIST - Jobs in Peterborough, ON

Job Description

Are you a biologist looking for an opportunity to apply your skills in the area of resource management planning If so, consider joining the team of courageous collaborative leaders within the Regional Resources Section in Peterborough.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

What can I expect to do in this roleIn this role, you will:

• work with integrated regional resource management planning teams
• lead and provide biological expertise and input into the development or review of resource management plans for fish, forest, wildlife, wetlands, water and watersheds across the region
• provide insight and advice to management on the development and management of review and planning processes
• support public advisory councils and resource management planning teams by providing input on plan development and approval processes
• prepare technical reports and briefing notes for senior management

Please note: This position is located at 300 Water Street in Peterborough, however, due to COVID-19, remote work arrangements are currently in effect. The employer is willing to consider remote work arrangements beyond COVID-19, however, attendance at the office will be required from time to time or as needed.How do I qualifyTechnical expertise:

• You have expert knowledge of biological theory, principles and practices as related to resource management and integrated land use planning.
• You have the demonstrated ability to interpret and apply key legislation, regulations, and policies and practices to participate and/or lead the development of fisheries management plans, water management plans, wildlife strategies, state of the resource reports and to participate in the development and review of forest management plans.
• You have knowledge of and ability to interpret results of modelling tools and applications, procedures and techniques to ensure that fish and wildlife resources are managed sustainably.
• You have experience in resource management and integrated land use planning.

Project management and leadership skills:

• You have proven project management and organizational skills and an enthusiastic approach to lead and participate on a variety of planning teams through projects from development to approval.
• You can coordinate the development and approval of planning processes to meet timelines.

Analytical, reasoning and problem-solving skills:

• You have demonstrated analytical skills to help assess and advise on resource management plans.
• You have proven problem-solving skills to respond to a variety of possible, and often complex issues.
• You have shown the ability to work with groups representing varied interests towards a consensus.

Interpersonal and relationship management skills:

• You have shown the ability to facilitate, build consensus, problem solve and reconcile diverse interests of project teams, agencies, Indigenous groups, non-government organizations, and other partners.
• You have the demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with a variety of parties.

Communication skills:

• You have well developed ability to convey advice, guidance, and recommendations to a variety of parties, such as planning teams or management.
• You can prepare briefing material, review documents, and other correspondence in a professional manner.
• You can create and deliver effective presentations to a variety of groups.

Computer proficiency:

• You have proficiency with a variety of data management, word processing, spread sheet, presentation, communication, to prepare briefing materials, correspondence, reports, etc.

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:2 Permanent, 300 Water St, Peterborough, East RegionCompensation Group: Ontario Public Service Employees UnionUnderstanding the job ad - definitionsSchedule: 3-ACategory: Lands and ResourcesPosted on: Thursday, September 9, 2021Note:N-NR-168906/21(2)Quick Apply

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