Environmental Compliance Officer - Barrie, Canada - Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks

Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks

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Barrie, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Are you a results-oriented, dedicated professional interested in undertaking diversified industrial, municipal and private environmental compliance programs while supporting the delivery of compliance with Ontario's environmental legislation? If so, the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks has an exciting opportunity for you to make a positive impact to environmental protection in Ontario.

Effective January 1st, 2024 the salary range for this position is
$1,584.94 to $1,948.86 per week in compliance with OPSEU Unified Bargaining Unit collective agreement provisions.

The new rates, effective retroactive to January 1, 2024, were recently confirmed and dates for implementation of the new salary rates are still to be determined.

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?: You will, both during and outside of regular business hours:

Independently conduct complex inspections, assess compliance, prepare and review technical reports across a wide variety of media/sector-based program areas.
Respond to environmental events, conduct followup to achieve compliance, including monitoring and reporting on potential impacts to the environment.
Identify, analyze and evaluate complex environmental problems and solutions where causes may not be immediately obvious.
Provide technical expertise and advice on environmental legislation requirements
Recommend remedial and/or legal action and ensure implementation of compliance programs
Testify in legal proceedings; prepare and issue Provincial Officer's Orders
Maintain effective liaison with stakeholders, the general public and clients
Participate in the Environmental Response Program outside of regular business hours.
The position requires ability to complete and maintain designation as a Provincial Officer.

How do I qualify?:

Mandatory:

Specialized Knowledge and Experience:

Knowledge of environmental sciences, technology and protection, including:
Pollution sources and controls for stationary and mobile sources
Spills contamination impacts and cleanup responsibilities
Water treatment processes (drinking water and wastewater)
Actions required to address adverse water quality incidents
Sample collection and field measurement equipment and techniques
Indicators of impacts to human health, flora/fauna and the natural environment

Conflict Management:

You can identify and take necessary, appropriate and timely action in response to complex and/or critical issues.
You have the ability to identify potential conflicts, facilitate open and constructive dialogue, and proactively address and help defuse potential conflicts.

Judgement and Decision Making:

You have judgement to evaluate and consider situational factors to make independent, timely decisions that align with policies, procedures and legislation.
You have proven problem solving skills to identify underlying issues, link issues with regulatory requirements and recommend appropriate corrective measures to address challenging situations

Collaboration:

You have experience developing and maintaining relationships, responding appropriately and providing guidance to diverse internal and external clients in a professional manner.
You have oral communication and active listening skills to explain complex policies, procedures and techniques, and to help ensure information is understood.
You have written communication skills to accurately document information and prepare reports.

Influence and Enforcement:

You can influence and persuade others to adopt a specific course of action.
You have experience identifying situations of noncompliance and assessing the associated level of risk to determine appropriate corrective actions to achieve environmental and human health outcomes.

Integrity:

You have integrity to ensure your actions are consistent with organizational values, policies and codes of conduct
You are able to monitor and evaluate work quality and processes against policies, standards and regulations

Self Awareness and Stress Management: