The Clerical and the 2 Projects Assistant positions will be posted March 29 th - April 12 th.

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1 MNR Summer Job opportunities for youth Ken McWatters with Pembroke MNR has brought a number of exciting summer opportunities for students here in Pembroke. If you know of any youth who may be interested, please advise them that they must apply online by going to this website. ( and following the instructions listed. The MNR office cannot accept any applications in hard copy. Please also advise them of the applicable deadlines listed below. - Pembroke MNR is advertising to fill 6 positions: 2 Projects Assistants, 1 Natural Heritage Technician, 1- Aquatic Wildlife Biologist, 1- Assistant Fisheries Technician and 1-Office Clerk. The Aquatic Biologist and the Natural Heritage Information Technician positions were posted February 15 th -March 1 st : I wasn t aware of these until now. The Fisheries Technician will be posted March 8 th - March 22 nd. The Clerical and the 2 Projects Assistant positions will be posted March 29 th - April 12 th. If you know of any youth interested in any of these positions, please advise them that they must apply on-line by going to the website and following the instructions. We cannot accept any applications at this office. Hope this is of interest to some of the youth in the area. Ken

2 Objective 3: Level 1 only Job Type - 01 Student - Customer Service Clerk Support staff in providing assistance to public and/or internal inquiries Support staff in providing assistance with administrative and clerical services to ensure effective and efficient administrative operations Reception duties and/or counter services support; process payments and perform basic mathematical calculations accurately Make copies of correspondence and other printed material for branch/unit meetings Maintain filing system and office files by regularly updating key documents (e.g. employee telephone directory, emergency contact list etc.); reorganizing or collating information as and when required Perform basic data entry functions and prepare documents Plan, organize, coordinate and manage daily assigned work Work may include experience specified/listed in the questions below Section 2 SKILLS: The following skills will be developed on the job: Verbal, written and listening communication skills by understanding processes and guidelines & preparing documents (e.g. basic reports, recording data etc.) Verbal, written, listening communication skills and customer service skills by performing reception duties, responding to phone, s, and in-person inquiries Basic mathematical skills to perform cash handling duties Organizational skills by collecting and organizing files, reports and other documents Time management skills by working in a busy environment to meet deadlines Interpersonal skills by working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team Required Skills & Work Habits: Follow directions and seek clarification Attention to detail to record information accurately and to process and prepare administrative paperwork and payments Work in collaboration with others in a team setting and take initiative Being punctual

3 Objective 3: Level 1 only Job Type - 47 Student Projects Assistant Assist staff with the day to day administration and coordination of small and/or large scale projects Working under the guidance and supervision of team members to support the day to day workflow of the project Make copies of correspondence and other printed material for branch/unit/project meetings Maintain office filing system by regularly updating key documents (e.g. employee telephone directory, emergency contact list etc.); reorganizing or collating information as and when required Perform basic data entry functions and prepare documents for distribution Perform basic research using the Internet Plan, organize, coordinate and manage daily assigned work Section 2 SKILLS: The following skills will be developed on the job: Verbal, written and listening communication skills by understanding processes and guidelines & preparing documents (e.g. basic reports, recording data etc.) Organizational skills by collecting and organizing files, reports and other documents Time management skills by working in a busy environment to meet deadlines Interpersonal skills by working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team Required Skills & Work Habits: Follow directions and seek clarification Attention to detail to record information accurately Work in collaboration with others in a team setting and taking initiative on routine tasks Familiarity with the Internet and web-based tools e.g. to perform research on site engines and/or social media Being punctual

4 Objective 1: Level 1 & weeks Job Type-07 MNR Student Aquatic /Wildlife Biologist Fish and aquatic ecosystem assessment and research, including creel surveys, index netting, biological sampling, data entry and basic analyses. Projects may be related to community analyses and structure of aquatic ecosystems, habitat assessment, growth and diet analyses, for wetlands, stream, and lake systems. Wildlife population and wildlife habitat assessment including both aerial and ground surveys; species identification and mapping; as well as sampling and assessment for a variety of wildlife including game and non-game species, waterfowl and species at risk. The operation of boats, outdoor motors, ATVs and other specialized equipment may be required. The assistant may work outdoors and in diverse weather conditions. Section 2 - QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Communications and Interpersonal Skills You apply your written communication skills to prepare a variety of documents (e.g. reports, document findings, record data). You apply your interpersonal skills to work in a team environment and have a strong work ethic to work independently. Technical Skills and Knowledge You apply your experience using Microsoft Office product suite, such as word processing (Word), spreadsheets (Excel), databases (Access), presentations (PowerPoint); and internet to conduct research and prepare a variety of documents. Analytical and Organizational Skills You apply your planning and organizational skills to collect, organize, review and verify information/data through review of files, reports, and other means. You work independently or as part of a team; you plan, organize and prioritize your work to meet competing deadlines. Requirements You can work in an outdoor environment with some physical activity involved, including lifting and carrying weighted items in accordance with the Employment Standards Act and Workplace Health and Safety regulations You are willing to accompany staff on multi-day outdoor field trips. You must possess an Ontario G2 (or higher) Driver s Licence? You have a valid Pleasure Craft Operators Card, Standard First Aid and CPR certification, or are you willing and able to acquire these certifications as a condition of your employment.

5 Section 3 - JOB TYPE PRE-SCREENING QUESTIONS: 1. Are you willing to work in an outdoor environment with some physical activity involved, including lifting and carrying weighted items? 2. Are you willing to perform tasks that involve handling small machinery and equipment? 3. Are you willing to accompany staff on multi-day field trips in an outdoor environment? 4. Do you have an Ontario G2 driver's license (or higher)? 5. Do you possess or are you willing to acquire a Pleasure Craft Operators Card and certification in Standard First Aid and CPR? 6. Knowledge of biology and ecology including conservation biology and biodiversity? A: Basic B: Limited C: Intermediate D: Extensive

6 MNR Job Type #19 Student Natural Heritage Information Technician Work to help make Ontario s natural heritage information accessible to those involved in conservation. Assist Natural Heritage Information Conservation staff with life science fieldwork Compile and enter natural heritage data into MNR databases Assist with documentation and preparation of plant and insect specimens Assist staff with data collection, trend analysis and map preparation using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software Create queries using SQL, database tasks using Microsoft Access, Programming using VBScript, JAVA, HTML. Provide customer service assistance by responding to public and/or internal inquiries Section 2 - QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Communications and Interpersonal Skills You use customer service skills to assist clients by and phone; to assist in responding to complaints, deal with public inquiries You apply your written communication skills to prepare a variety of documents (e.g. reports, document findings, record data) You apply your interpersonal skills to work collaboratively within a team environment Technical Skills and Knowledge You have knowledge of and interest in Ontario s natural heritage You apply knowledge and experience working in a database environment (e.g. Microsoft Access, SQL) to create queries You apply your knowledge and experience in programming using Visual Basic (VBScript), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Python, or JAVA. You apply your knowledge and experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) such as ESRI ArcGIS suite to conduct data and trend analysis, including spatial trend analysis; prepare simple maps; track, compile and evaluate information You apply your experience using Microsoft Office product suite, such as word processing (Word), spreadsheets (Excel), presentations (PowerPoint); and internet to conduct research and prepare a variety of documents. Analytical and Organizational Skills You apply your planning and organizational skills to collect, organize, review and verify information/data through review of files, reports, and other means.

7 You work independently or as part of a team; you plan, organize and prioritize your work to meet competing deadlines. Section 3 - JOB TYPE PRE-SCREENING QUESTIONS: 1. Knowledge and experience identifying a variety of native Ontario Species in the field including life histories and habitat requirements? 2. Knowledge and experience conducting life science field work 3. Have you worked with Geographic Information System (GIS) software (e.g. ESRI ArcGIS suite) to conduct data and trend analysis, including spatial trend analysis for reports or prepare maps? 4. Have you worked with large databases e.g. Microsoft Access, SQL) to sort or extract data form databases by creating queries and analyzing data in a database environment? 5. Have you written a program using Visual Basic (VBScript), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Python, or JAVA software?

8 Objective 2: Level 1 & weeks Job Type-05 MNR Student Assistant Fisheries Technician Field work could include assisting staff with conducting surveys, data collection, mapping, inspections, interviews and day to day assigned activities. Duties includes operating equipment (e.g. pumps, nets, limn logical sampling, YSI/Hydro lab, ponars) related to fish stocking; egg collection; fish culture; fisheries population and habitat assessment; creel surveys; lake and stream surveys; index sampling; habitat and substrate assessment; and classification of streams, rivers and lakes. Perform research, conduct analysis and evaluate environmental information and data to produce reports. Some positions will require operation of boats, motors, trucks, all-terrain vehicle (ATVs) and other specialized equipment is required. Position will work outdoors and in diverse weather conditions. Section 2 - QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Communications and Interpersonal Skills You apply your written communication skills to prepare a variety of documents (e.g. reports, document findings, record data). You apply your interpersonal skills to work in a team environment and have a strong work ethic to work independently. Technical Skills and Knowledge 1. You apply your experience using Microsoft Office product suite, such as word processing (Word), spreadsheets (Excel), presentations (PowerPoint); and internet to conduct research and prepare a variety of documents. Analytical and Organizational Skills You apply your planning and organizational skills to collect, organize, review and verify information/data through review of files, reports, and other means. You work independently or as part of a team; you plan, organize and prioritize your work to meet competing deadlines. Requirements 1. You can work in an outdoor environment with some physical activity involved, including lifting and carrying weighted items in accordance with the Employment Standards Act and Workplace Health and Safety regulations 2. Travel with staff on multi-day outdoor field trips in adverse weather conditions 3. Some positions require a valid Ontario G2 (or higher) Driver s Licence 4. Some positions require a Pleasure Craft Operators Card and certification in Standard First Aid and CPR.

9 Section 3 - JOB TYPE PRE-SCREENING QUESTIONS: 1. Are you willing to work in an outdoor environment with some physical activity involved, including lifting and carrying weighted items? 2. Are you willing to perform tasks that involve handling small machinery, equipment and hand tools (e.g. pumps, nets, limn logical sampling equipment, winches)? 3. Are you willing to accompany staff on multi-day outdoor field trips? 4. Do you possess a valid Ontario G2 (or higher) driver's license? 5. Do you possess, or are you willing to acquire a Pleasure Craft Operators Card, and Standard First Aid and CPR certification? 6. Knowledge and experience in biological sciences or fisheries and wildlife technician studies A: Basic B: Limited C: Intermediate D: Extensive