Social Science Analyst - Thunder Bay, Canada - Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry

Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry

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Thunder Bay, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Successful resource management requires a thorough understanding of people and their behaviours.

Bring your social science skills to the Human Dimensions of Sustainable Resource Development program to address resource management priorities and conduct research to develop new scientific knowledge for the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF), its clients, and key partners.

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
- 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

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.

Visit the

OPS 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 Ontario's

Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

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

provide analytical and logístical support to the Human Dimensions of Sustainable Resource Development research program

- assist, coordinate and oversee research that addresses key ministry priorities
- lead projects, support policy development, and communicate progress of the program to internal and external clients and stakeholders
- assist in development of research/contract proposals and oversee delivery of service contracts
- deliver public presentations and participate in science forums and working groups/committees

How do I qualify?:

Mandatory:

Technical knowledge and skills:

You have knowledge of the human dimensions of resource management including forestry, forest management planning and socialecological systems.
You have experience with analysis and interpretation of data in support of policy development.
You have demonstrated experience in laboratory and field procedures, experimental design and surveying for human dimensions research.

Communication and interpersonal skills:

You have well developed interpersonal skills to respond to inquiries from clients/partners (e.g. collaborators, contractors, consultants, staff and forest industry).
You can communicate effectively to provide clear instructions in the use of survey methods and computer software, as well as field and laboratory equipment.
You have leadership skills to provide training, assign and monitor work and report on progress.

Analytical and problem solving skills:

You have sound analytical and problem solving skills to make decisions to determine the nature and extent of deviations from existing data collection standards/protocols and recommend corrective action.
You can resolve technical problems, gather/analyze information and determine options and best course of action.
You have proven experience to work through issues/situations while working in the field.

Planning and coordinating skills:

You have planning and coordinating skills to organize, schedule and coordinate human and equipment resources (e.g. boats/motors, vehicle transportation, aircraft, base camp equipment) for field projects.
You have initiative and good judgment to determine the approach to a task and to resolve issues.

Computer skills:

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