Apply By: Monday, September 15, 2025 11:59 pm EDT
District Geologist
Job ID:
233906
Posting status:
Open
Organization:
Ministry of Energy and Mines
Division:
Ontario Geological Survey - Resident Geologist Program
City:
Thunder Bay
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
1 Temporary contract for up to 6 months, with possibility of extension
Job code:
14502 - Geoscientist 1
Salary:
$1,301.91 - $1,591.91 Per week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Bring your geoscience, analytical and customer services expertise to the Ontario Geological Survey's Resident Geologist Program and join the Ministry of Mines' exciting team in Thunder Bay South District.
Note:
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.
Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
We offer:
About the job
Working with a team of geoscientists and other professionals, you will:- collect and interpret geological information in the area
- liaise with and provide geological advice to mineral sector representatives and other stakeholders
- conduct geological field investigations
- maintain and update geoscience databases
- prepare geological maps and reports
- provide geotechnical input into municipal and other land-use planning initiatives
Note:
- You will conduct field work and traverse rugged terrain and operate field equipment such as ATVs and snowmobiles.
- You must have ability to travel and work irregular hours.
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
- You must be a registered geoscientist or geoscientist-in-training in good standing with the Professional Geoscientists of Ontario (PGO) or with another regulated association of geoscientists.
- 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.
Technical knowledge:
- You have knowledge of geoscience and mineral exploration theories, concepts, principles and practices to conduct field investigations, provide geotechnical advice and conduct geological mapping.
- You have the ability to apply relevant policies, practices, program activities and objectives when representing ministry interests on committee work.
- You have working knowledge of computers and various office software applications such as word processing, databases, presentation and geoscientific applications.
- You have knowledge of digital geoscience data and common methods of data management and processing.
Communication and interpersonal skills:
- You have proven customer service skills to determine and respond to client needs/requests on limited information and provide geoscience advice, opinions and information to industry clients.
- You can prepare/develop reports for publications, write formal correspondence and prepare briefing notes.
- You can deliver technical presentations to professional groups and organizations and explain complex geological concepts and principles to clients of all levels.
Research, analytical and problem-solving skills:
- You can conduct independent geoscience field investigations, mineral resource assessments and synthesize geoscience data.
- You can manage and process large amounts of geoscience data and document mineral occurrences.
Organizational and time management skills:
- You can schedule and assign tasks and activities, and ensure tasks and objectives are met on time.
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!How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.
Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
- diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
- accessibility
- Anti-Racism Policy
What we offer
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
- 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
Additional information:
Apply by:
Monday, September 15, 2025 11:59 pm EDT
Position details:
- 1 English Temporary, duration up to 6 months, 435 James St S, Thunder Bay, North Region
Compensation group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Work hours:
Schedule 6
Category:
Lands and Resources
Posted on:
Friday, August 29, 2025
Note:
- Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.
- T-MN-233906/25
How to apply:
- You must apply online.
- Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
- Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
- Read the job description 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 team will contact you within 48 hours.
Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.
Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.
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