Apply By: Thursday, October 2, 2025 11:59 pm EDT

Resource Management Coordinator

Job ID:

234025

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ministry of Natural Resources

Division:

Regional Operations Division

City:

Sudbury

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

1 Permanent

Job code:

14014 - Resources Manager 3 (B/U)

Salary:

$1,373.31 - $1,732.13 Per week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Are you skilled in issues management, communications and project management related to natural resource management? The Ministry of Natural Resources' Regional Operations Division plays an important role in the province's emergency response plans, land use plans, forest management planning, and authorizations for mining and infrastructure projects, If you are seeking an opportunity to take your career to the next level and work in a dynamic team, we look forward to hearing from you.

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

About the job

In this role, you will:

• provide leadership and guidance to district staff and management through the consistent application of ministry legislation, policies, procedures, workflow and resolution of problems with a focus on providing Public Lands Act advice and the administration of procurement processes related to capital infrastructure projects
• liaise, coordinate and consult with internal staff and external partners or clients to manage and provide advice on approvals and processes, resource management issues and/or initiatives
• provide strategic project management, communication, coordination, support and advice to anticipate and address MNR-related key initiatives
• identify emerging trends, recommend and implement communication techniques/strategies to address work with clients, stakeholders and internal counterparts, and to implement and achieve ministry priorities
• build and maintain strong relationships with Indigenous communities by engaging in meaningful consultation, supporting collaborative initiatives, and ensuring that Indigenous perspectives are considered in land and resource management decisions

What you bring to the team

Technical expertise:

• knowledge of, and the ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation and regulations (e.g. Public Lands Act, Environmental Assessment Act, Lakes and Rivers Improvement Act, Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, Aggregate Resources Act, Crown Forest Sustainability Act)
• knowledge of the theories, principles and practices of natural resource planning and management to lead project initiatives; and to provide expert advice both internally and externally

Project management and leadership skills:

• demonstrated knowledge of project management principles and methodologies to initiate, lead, and deliver complex land and resource-related initiatives
• proven ability to plan, coordinate, and manage multiple priorities, including procurement activities, contract oversight, and operational timelines, while ensuring alignment with ministry objectives
• strong organizational discipline and attention to detail to ensure accurate documentation, reporting, and compliance with ministry and government standards
• effective leadership and mentoring skills to guide teams, establish clear project plans, monitor progress, and support the achievement of strategic and operational goals
• ability to foster collaboration across teams and with external partners, ensuring coordinated delivery of services and consistent application of policies and procedures

Communication and interpersonal skills:

• strong consultation and negotiation skills to build consensus and resolve conflicts with stakeholders, clients, Indigenous communities, and partners
• demonstrated experience working respectfully and collaboratively with Indigenous communities, with an understanding of Indigenous perspectives, protocols, and relationship-building practices
• ability to communicate technical and policy information clearly to diverse audiences, including staff, Indigenous communities, municipalities, and the public effective presentation skills to convey ministry priorities, project updates, and strategic direction

Analytical skills:

• ability to assess complex land and resource issues, identify risks, and develop practical solutions
• sound judgement and political acuity to navigate sensitive issues and provide strategic advice to senior management

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

Additional information:

Apply by:

Thursday, October 2, 2025 11:59 pm EDT

Position details:

• 1 English Permanent, 3767 Hwy 69 S, Sudbury, North Region

Compensation group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Work hours:

Schedule 3-A

Category:

Lands and Resources

Posted on:

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Note:

• N-NR-234025/25

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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