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

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

Bring your social science skills to the Human Dimensions of Conservation and Ecosystem Management 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
- 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


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 logĂ­stical support to the Human Dimensions of Conservation and Ecosystem Management 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, fire and/or fish and wildlife management, and socialecological systems.
  • You have experience with analysis and interpretation of data in support of policy development and operational needs.
  • You have demonstrated experience in laboratory and field procedures, experimental design, and surveying for human dimensions research.
  • You have knowledge of the human dimensions of resource management including forestry, fire and/or fish and wildlife management, and socialecological systems.
  • You have experience with analysis and interpretation of data in support of policy development and operational needs.
  • You have demonstrated experience in laboratory and field procedures, experimental design, and surveying for human dimensions research.
  • You have knowledge of the human dimensions of resource management including forestry, fire and/or fish and wildlife management, and socialecological systems.
  • You have experience with analysis and interpretation of data in support of policy development and operational needs.
  • You have demonstrated experience in laboratory and field procedures, experimental design, and surveying for human dimensions research.
  • You have knowledge of the human dimensions of resource management including forestry, fire and/or fish and wildlife management, and socialecological systems.
  • You have experience with analysis and interpretation of data in support of policy development and operational needs.
  • You have demonstrated experience in laboratory and field procedures, experimental design, and surveying for human dimensions research.
  • You have knowledge of the human dimensions of resource management including forestry, fire and/or fish and wildlife management, and socialecological systems.
  • You have experience with analysis and interpretation of data in support of policy development and operational needs.
  • 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, computer software as well as sophisticated field and laboratory equipment (e.g., field mapping systems and surveying instruments, digital cameras, drones, test instruments, and electronic devices and software).
  • You have leadership skills to provide training, assig

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