Hydrogeologist; groundwater protection

Apply By: Monday, July 6, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Division: Drinking Water and Environmental Compliance Division

City: Kingston

Position(s) language: English

Job term: 1 Temporary up to 12 months with possibility of extension

Job code: 15548 - Scientist 4

$1,605.35 - $2,037.57 Per week*

* Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

We are seeking passionate and knowledgeable Hydrogeologists to play a key role in safeguarding Ontario's groundwater.

Are you ready to take on a challenging opportunity that supports Ontario's top priorities? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing complex files that have real-world impact?

Now is the time to join our Regional Technical Support Team—a dedicated group of professionals who expertly balance the protection of Ontario's environment with economic development opportunities in the province.

In this role, you will:

• Review technical reports and evaluate the hydrogeological impacts of proposed and existing activities on regional groundwater resources.
• Design and conduct field investigations to assess environmental risks and compliance with health-based standards.
• Give scientific advice in environmental response situations, such as spills and waste disposal, to ensure groundwater protection.
• Prepare and present scientific reports to various partners, including ministry staff, municipalities, and the public.
• Contribute to legal proceedings by providing specialist testimony and preparing legal documents related to groundwater management.

• You are a registered geoscientist or geoscientist-in-training in good standing with Professional Geoscientists Ontario (PGO) or another regulated association.
• You have a post-secondary degree with specialization in a discipline such as Geology, Hydrogeology, or Earth Sciences.
• You hold a valid class 'G' driver's license or equivalent.

• You have demonstrated knowledge of contaminant hydrogeology, hydrogeological methods, and related theories.
• You know how to investigate environmental issues, manage water resources, and stay up to date on new theories and practices.
• You can interpret and apply environmental laws such as the Environmental Protection Act and the Ontario Water Resources Act.

• You can research, assess, and evaluate environmental problems.
• You can investigate complaints, spills and other issues, and develop appropriate solutions.
• You can use your project management skills to run field studies and projects.

• You can explain technical information in an easy-to-understand way.
• You work well with others and influence people with different interests.
• You can develop and present scientific reports to various audiences.

• You can use computer modeling and common office software.

We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you could be the right candidate.

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve and encourage everyone to apply.

• Diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
• Accessibility.
• Anti-Racism Policy.

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice.

• A defined benefit lifetime pension plan.
• Parental leave top‑up benefits.
• Comprehensive health plan.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Collegial and professional work culture.
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• On‑the‑job training to aid your success in the role.

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