Job Description

Apply By: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 11:59 pm EDT

Contract Specialist

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Job ID:

233777

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ministry of Natural Resources

Division:

Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services

City:

Dryden, Garson, Peterborough, Sault Ste Marie, Thunder Bay

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

1 Permanent

Job code:

41113g - Resource Technician, Sr 3 (G29 Salary Note)

Salary:

$1,486.04 - $1,691.83 Per week
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.


Do you have experience with contract management? If so, then do not miss this ideal opportunity for you to showcase your leadership skills and grow professionally with the Ministry of Natural Resource.



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

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In this role, you will:



provide provincial and regional leadership and expertise on contracts, tenders and procurement activity on behalf of the AFFES Business Management Section provide long range planning strategies on the development/revision/renegotiation of existing and new contracts and procurement plans as well as technical obligations to meet fire operation plans and provincial fire strategies develop, prepare and review procurement documents, respond to bid and proposal inquiries, evaluate bid/proposal submissions and make contract award recommendations implement, oversee and provide advice to staff on various ministry policies and procedures and changing business practices regarding the acquisition of commodities, contract development, contract management tools and systems as well as emerging technology tools fulfill a variety of support functions on field fire assignments such as Contract Specialist, Field Contract Manager, during escalated situations

What you bring to the team

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Mandatory requirements

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. You have the ability to travel to different work locations or remote fire sites during the fire season.
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Technical knowledge and skills:

You have demonstrated work experience and knowledge of government and ministry policies, procedures, and directives in contract/service management, procurement, and tendering processes. You have the ability to interpret and apply the following relevant legislation and acts (i.e. Environmental Bill of Rights, Environmental legislation, Forest Fires Prevention Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act) to ensure regulations are incorporated within contracts. You have knowledge of long range planning processes and methodologies to lead in the development of operating guidelines and to set priorities for contracts and procurements.
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Communication, interpersonal skills and consultative skills:

You have superior written communication skills to develop legal agreements, briefing notes, course content and training initiatives and to respond to various contract inquiries. You have well developed interpersonal skills to consult and carry out contract negotiations effectively with internal and external clients. You have proven ability to work harmoniously with clients with strong opinions, varying views and professionals with competing areas of interests. You have well developed communication skills to present complex information in a clear and concise manner and to deliver effective training and presentations to staff.
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Analytical and problem solving skills:

You have well developed analytical skills to apply risk management principles and carry out risk management assessments and analysis. You have conflict resolution skills for facilitating solutions to issues arising between the ministry and vendors, suppliers and contractors. You have demonstrated research and evaluation skills combined with excellent judgment to make sound recommendations and decisions.
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Organizational skills:

You have superior organizational skills to multi-task and set priorities under tight timelines. You have strong project management experience and skills.
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Computer Skills:

You have a high degree of proficiency with computers and various software applications such as word processing, email, spreadsheets and the ability to provide computer based training.

Don't meet every qualification?

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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

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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:

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Apply by:

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 11:59 pm EDT

Position details:

1 English Permanent, 6150 Skyline Dr, Garson, North Region or 95 Ghost Lake Rd, Dryden, North Region or 70 Foster Dr, Sault Ste Marie, North Region or 300 Water St, Peterborough, East Region or 1580 Arthur St W, Thunder Bay, North Region

Compensation group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Work hours:

Schedule 6

Category:

Administrative and Support Services

Posted on:

Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Note:

N-NR-233777/25

How to apply:

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You must apply online.

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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 matiere de langue et evaluation:

Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichees en francais et en anglais. Consultez la section Langue du ou des postes en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaitre les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont evalues en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/francais), vous devrez egalement passer un test de competences linguistiques en francais.

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