District Geological Assistant

Bring your knowledge of geology and strong administrative skills to the Ministry of Mines.
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.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
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 position, you will:
• process and maintain assessment files
• assist with library services
• provide technical assistance and information services to clients
• maintain databases
• assist with property visits and field work
• carry out general clerical and administrative functions

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• You must have a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's licence upon being hired.
• You must possess, or have the ability to obtain a boat and motor operator's licence
• You must possess, or have the ability to obtain a Forklift operator's licence
• You must proficient in English and possess oral and written French language skills at the advanced level

Specialized knowledge:

• working knowledge of the principles and practices of geology
• knowledge of exploration and geotechnical assessment work

Technical/computer skills:

• ability to read and interpret geological maps and air photos
• computer proficiency with standard office software (e.g. word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet browsers) with good keyboarding/data entry skills
• ability to operate geographic information systems and internet based systems to display and retrieve information

People skills:

• effective communication, interpersonal and customer service skills to interact with clients

Other relevant skills:

• good problem-solving, investigative and research skills
• ability to work independently and set work priorities
• knowledge of administrative practices
• ability to conduct field investigations, including traversing across rugged terrain