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About the Job Are you a collaborative scientific leader with a passion for protecting water quality and advancing environmental science? Are you motivated by using highquality data and research to inform policy, identify emerging water quality issues, and drive meaningful environmental outcomes? If so, consider this exciting opportunity with the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. Responsibilities Lead collaborative provincial water monitoring programs Provide authoritative scientific leadership and strategic advice that supports environmental protection Work with a skilled team and a broad network of partners to deliver credible, forwardlooking water science Shape how Ontario understands and protects water quality Work at the intersection of science and policy, translating water quality data into advice for decision makers Play an important role in identifying emerging issues and ensuring Ontarios water monitoring is responsive and futureready Technical Skills Apply principles and theories of water quality monitoring to plan and implement projects and programs Analyze and interpret water quality data to support environmental reporting and decisionmaking Apply knowledge of environmental legislation, standards, and water policy to evaluate data and ensure regulatory compliance Perform complex statistical analysis, trend detection, and data visualization to identify patterns and communicate findings clearly Apply scientific research principles to lead research and provide advice on emerging contaminants and issues of concern Project Management and Leadership Skills Lead and manage multiple mediumtolargesized projects using established planning and management methods Direct water monitoring program teams and chair working groups and task teams Manage project budgets using financial and accounting processes Manage staff, equipment, and laboratory resources to support effective and timely service delivery Research and Analytical Skills You have the ability to: Identify emerging environmental and waterrelated concerns through scientific analysis and monitoring Use complex scientific findings and turn them into clear, practical policy and program advice for decisionmakers Communication and Relationship Management Skills Write and edit strategy, policy, program and planning documents, scientific papers and reports, and correspondence Lead presentations, briefings, committees, and working groups Use software tools for planning, complex statistical analysis, and presentations Build consensus and represent the ministry in consultations with diverse stakeholders Create and maintain strong working relationships and partnerships What You Bring to the Team We recognize that no single candidate may possess every qualification listed. If you meet most of the qualifications and are excited about this position, we encourage you to consider applying. What We Offer A career that can grow across ministries and job functions Flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs Many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups Comprehensive benefits that look after your holistic wellness needs Base salary that aligns to market trends with performancebased pay and scheduled salary progression Tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, selffunded leave and more A modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment 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 Codeprotected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. Accommodation is available under the Ontarios Human Rights Code. #J-18808-Ljbffr