Management Biologist

Job Responsibility: Apply By: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 11:59 pm EDT

Management Biologist

Job ID: 230430 Posting status: Open Organization: Ministry of Natural Resources Division: Regional Operations Division City: Kingston Position(s) language: English Job term: 1 Permanent Job code: 14024 - Biologist 2B Salary: $1,380.35 - $1,705.03 Per week* *Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced biologist to provide biological advice and guidance to the district team on the ecology and management of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. You will have the opportunity to develop and assist in the coordination of various integrated resource management activities in the district. Our district serves a diverse client base of industry professionals and outdoor enthusiasts. If you enjoy collaborating with colleagues, stakeholders and clients, 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

About the job

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

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements:

• You must have a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's licence upon being hired.
• 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.
• You have up-to-date knowledge of and experience in the application of biological modelling tools, design of fish and wildlife surveys and wildlife harvest regulation systems.
• You are proficient with computers, internet, email and software applications including word processing, spreadsheet, presentations, statistical, spatial, population and habitat modelling, databases, and geographic information systems.

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.

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.

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.
• You have the ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation (e.g. Crown Forest Sustainability Act, Fish & Wildlife Conservation Act), regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines.

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 we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions. Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us. Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

Additional information:

Apply by: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 11:59 pm EDT Position details:

• 1 English Permanent, 51 Heakes Ln, Kingston, East Region

Compensation group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union Work hours: Schedule 3-A Category: Lands and Resources Posted on: Tuesday, June 3, 2025

Note:

• N-NR-230430/25

How to apply:

• You must apply online.

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