Planning Intern - Thunder Bay, Canada - Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry

Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry

Verified Company

Thunder Bay, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

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.

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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?:

To assist in providing advice and support with respect to proposals and activities related to crown and municipal land use planning, resource management planning and environmental assessment.
To aassist and participate in the input and review of land use and resource management policy documents, broad scale or landscape level projects, proposals and environmental assessment documents
To assist and participate in the delivery of land use planning, resource management planning advice and training to project teams, district staff and external agencies and clients.
To assist in providing interpretation, explanation and advice to clients and stakeholders regarding Crown, municipal and resource management planning legislation, policy and procedures.

How do I qualify?:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge and understanding of legislation and policies governing municipal and crown land use planning, resource management
Good understanding of the theory, principles, and practices of crown and municipal land use planning, natural resource management and environmental assessment.
Knowledge of worker responsibility as outlined in the OH&S Act.
Good organization and time management skills to allow for the review of materials and completion of assigned tasks.

Communication and interpersonal skills:

Good verbal and written communication skills, including facilitation skills to assist in preparation for or participate in stakeholder meetings or public consultation processes or in responding to public inquiries.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment to interact with staff, members of industry, stakeholder groups, resource users and the general public.

Computer Skills

Eligibility:

Proof of eligibility to work in Canada;
Has graduated or will graduate from an approved or legally authorized college or university with a degree, postgraduate certificate or diploma within the last 4 years.
Are not a permanent employee in the Ontario Public Service.

Additional Information:

Address:

1 Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 435 James St S, Thunder Bay, North Region
1 Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 5520 Hwy 101 E, South Porcupine, North Region

Compensation Group: