Ontario Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change,Field Coordinator Jobs in Canada

g expert on water monitoring methodologies and
technologies, to plan, and implement specialized stream water monitoring
studies, to coordinate with partner organizations, and to provide leadership to
staff and contractors in the field.

• Participate
  extensively in the design of field studies, establish related sampling
  stations throughout the province to monitor stream water quality and
  select and procure the necessary sampling equipment and supplies
• Research
  new techniques, instrumentation, equipment and software to maintain
  technical expertise in the water monitoring field
• Provide
  technical leadership, expertise, training, advice and guidance on
  appropriate sampling methods and protocols
• Undertake
  extensive travel to install monitoring equipment, collect samples, and
  deliver them to the MOECC laboratory
• Oversee
  the collection, preparation and submission of biological and chemical
  samples, including complex sample preparation
• Provide
  project/team leadership and technical expertise in the field by
  independently training and coordinating other field staff
• Track
  sample submissions; maintain program-related data files
• Obtain
  required permits and procure contracts

• Valid
  Class G Ontario Driver’s Licence to travel to various sites
• Ability
  to travel extensively and work independently in adverse conditions (e.g.
  cold and/or hot weather, wind, rain/snow) and remote locations, performing
  infrastructure or station repairs or sampling activities that are
  physically demanding (e.g. hiking into/out of river valleys, wading
  streams) and that require regular lifting, sometimes heavy weights

• You
  have a thorough, practical knowledge of technical and specialized water
  sampling methods and can apply, deploy, operate, and maintain related
  equipment (e.g. telemetry, automated water samplers, water quality
  sensors, data loggers, stream gauging equipment, and infrastructure to
  house/store such equipment)
• You
  can read and interpret schematics to establish sampling stations and
  determine optimal sampling methods
• You
  have demonstrated knowledge of data collection, field techniques and
  laboratory sample submission procedures
• You
  have demonstrated knowledge of building construction and use of
  construction tools
• You
  have knowledge of health and safety requirements and demonstrate sound
  judgment related to potential safety hazards
• You
  can troubleshoot equipment problems and make minor repairs

• You
  know how to obtain building permits for small buildings such as sampling
  huts (e.g. construction permits from municipalities, electrical permits)
• You
  can apply government procurement and contract management policies,
  procedures and best practices

• You
  can analyze and evaluate monitoring requirements
• You
  have strong leadership skills
• You
  can plan and manage projects that meet study requirements and achieve
  deliverables
• You
  can manage multiple priorities in an organized fashion

• You
  communicate and present technical information to a variety of groups
• You
  can prepare written materials that are clear, concise, and grammatically
  correct
• You
  work well with and can establish good working relations with different
  groups and organizations
• You
  have good interpersonal skills to facilitate cooperation with staff at
  partner organizations
• You
  work effectively independently or in a team environment

• You
  know government water management policies, standards and guidelines
• You
  are familiar with relevant legislation and regulations (e.g. Nutrient
  Management Act, Ontario Water Resources Act, Environmental Protection Act)
• You
  know health and safety legislation (e.g. Occupational Health and Safety
  Act) and safe operating procedures and work practices