Surface Water Specialist

Protect Ontario's waters—where science meets stewardship.

Are you passionate about protecting Ontario's water resources while supporting responsible economic development? If so, we invite you to bring your expertise to our region's technical support team!

Join a dynamic group of scientific and technical professionals working on some of the province's highest priorities. This is your opportunity to contribute to meaningful environmental protection efforts while supporting sustainable growth.

As a Surface Water Specialist, you will play a vital role in managing and protecting Ontario's surface water resources—its lakes, rivers, and streams. Your work will contribute to maintaining water quality and quantity, supporting healthy ecosystems, resilient communities, and a sustainable future.

About the job
In this role you will:

provide expertise in surface water quality and/or quantity in support of regional water programs

make recommendations to protect, conserve, and manage surface water resources

act as a regional expert on compliance issues

evaluate hydrological and ecological impacts of proposed and existing activities

investigate and resolve surface water spills and assess contaminated site and landfill impacts

develop and implement field investigations to support ministry water resource management programs and provide advice to clients

What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements

You have a degree with specialization in disciplines such as Biology, Hydrology, Chemistry or Water Resources.

You must have a valid class G driver's license or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional on the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's license before being hired.

Environmental and Technical Knowledge

You have experience applying the principles of surface water management, limnology and water quality assessment techniques and environmental management theories, principles, and practices

You know how to conduct field investigations and operate surface water equipment

You know hydrological, chemical, and/or biological methods and techniques with specialization in water resource management and ecology

You have a demonstrated ability to understand and apply applicable policies, procedures and legislation related to environment protection (e.g. Environmental Protection Act, Ontario Water Resources Act, Environmental Bill of Rights)

Analytical and Problem Solving Skills

You have excellent research and investigative skills to collect data during field studies and determine compliance.

You are highly analytical and have the ability to break down, assess, and interpret complex scientific data.

You know how to identify and evaluate problems to develop effective solutions.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

You can communicate technical information in a clear manner

You know how to draft a variety of written materials such as scientific reports, briefing notes, correspondence, etc.

You work well with others and are able to persuade and influence diverse interests

Project Management Skills

You have proven skills in project management.

You can lead discussions involving conflicting approaches or opinions to develop consensus.

Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at  to provide your contact information. The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code.

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