In this role, you will:
* Lead, support, and coordinate the advancement of the Nutrient Management Program by providing leadership in the areas of policy development, performance standards, program approvals, certification and information management
* Lead the development and maintenance of operational policies and lead projects to improve the administration of the Nutrient Management Program
What we are looking for:
Leadership and Project Management Skills:
* You have leadership and project management skills to effectively coordinate/lead a team of professionals administering regulations and providing consultation to clients and stakeholder organizations.
Knowledge:
* You have knowledge of policy development processes and policy consultation techniques in order to manage complex and diverse policy issues
* You have knowledge of performance measurement principles to communicate performance results and develop program management/evaluation tools and resources
* You have knowledge of agriculture and soil and water management in agriculture such as practices of livestock husbandry, manure, waste and crop management
Analytical Skills:
* You have analytical, problem solving, and computer skills to research and develop program initiatives to address client needs and to use computer applications for statistical analysis
Communication, Interpersonal and Negotiation Skills:
* You have communication and presentation skills to prepare recommendations and reports, make presentations to senior management and present complex issues in plain language
* You have consultation, negotiation, interpersonal and relationship management skills to develop effective collaborative relationships with staff and external contacts
Posting Date: Tuesday, January 3, 2012
Closing Date: Tuesday, January 17, 2012 11:59 pm EST
How to apply: You must apply online by visiting http://www.ontario.ca/careers . You must enter the job id number in the Job ID search field to locate the job ad.
You must show how you meet what we are looking for clearly, completely and concisely. We rely on the information you provide to us.
Read the job specification to make sure you understand this job.
OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment Services staff will contact you within 48 hours.
Remember: The deadline to apply is Tuesday, January 17, 2012 11:59 pm EST.
Late applications will not be accepted.
Note: We thank you for your interest; however, we will contact you only if we choose you for further screening or an interview.
The Ontario Public Service is an equal opportunity employer.
We will accommodate your needs under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Please apply on line only at http://www.ontario.ca/careers and quote the JOB ID #40323.
