Job Description

Apply By: Wednesday, September 24, 2025 11:59 pm EDT

Regional Resource Development Planning Coordinator

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Job ID:

232917

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ministry of Natural Resources

Division:

Regional Operations Division / Northwest Region and Northeast Region

City:

Atikokan, Blind River, Chapleau, Cochrane, Dryden, Fort Frances, Hearst, Ignace, Kapuskasing, Kenora, Nipigon, Red Lake, Sioux Lookout, South Porcupine, Thunder Bay, Wawa

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

2 Temporary - up to 18 months

Job code:

5A008 - ProgPlanEval05

Salary:

$76,231.00 - $109,842.00 Per year


Can you provide strategic guidance and advice, leverage relationships and contribute to solving complex problems? If so, consider this exciting opportunity to provide leadership in support of resource management and development programs and projects with the ministry.

The Northwest Region

spans over half a million square kilometers, with more than 90% Crown land, vast forests, and extensive waterways. It includes diverse communities, with a strong Indigenous presence across four treaty areas. The region supports resource-based industries, including forestry, mining, renewable energy, and tourism, and experiences the majority of Ontario's wildfires. With significant land use planning, permitting, and resource management responsibilities, the Northwest plays a vital role in Ontario's economic and environmental landscape.

The Northeast Region

has a complex planning environment, with diverse natural resources and significant development pressures, covering both a Crown and privately-owned landscape. It covers four Ecoregions and the shores of two Great Lakes (Lake Huron and Lake Superior). It has a strong Indigenous presence including seven treaty areas and it contains multiple urban centres and rural communities. The unique mix of resource-based industry, recreational use, and Indigenous interests makes the Northeast Region an exciting environment for resource management in Ontario.

About the job

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In this job, you will:

Provide strategic guidance, advice and leadership in the implementation of the Ministry's resource management, resource development and renewable energy priorities Lead project teams and coordinate the review of complex resource management/development and renewable energy proposals Provide advice and interpretation of, and training related to, resource management/development and renewable energy policies and guidance to Ministry staff Advise senior managers and Ministry staff on resource management/development issues and strategies Build and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, industry and stakeholders Consult and liaise with industry and stakeholders on initiatives related to resource management/development, renewable energy and planning Coordinate the provision of regional input into the development of provincial program, policy, legislative and procedural guidance initiatives Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of regional implementation of resource management/development and energy-related policies, procedures and activities.

Note: Occasional travel across the Northwest or Northeast Region is required.

What you bring to the team

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Leadership and Project Coordination Skills:

You have:

Demonstrated ability to provide leadership to multi-disciplinary project teams in the delivery of resource management and development initiatives/ projects Demonstrated ability to provide guidance and direction to staff to lead the transfer, interpretation and implementation of resource management/development priorities and projects in the region Proven ability to coordinate complex projects, including the development of project plans and delivering within timelines
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Analytical and Strategic Thinking Skills:

You have:

Demonstrated ability to identify trends, needs and opportunities, and to develop and implement strategic approaches to address them The ability to analyze information to identify potential issues and implications, develop viable options and recommend appropriate courses of action The ability to consider client, stakeholder, Indigenous community and public interests when recommending strategies and tactics to advance ministry objectives
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Interpersonal and Relationship Management Skills:

You have:

Demonstrated ability to employ facilitation and conflict resolution techniques to encourage constructive sharing of diverse perspectives and enable effective resolution of issues and problem solving The ability to employ tact and discretion, and to motivate others to achieve positive outcomes Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships (e.g. with colleagues, clients, other ministries)
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Communication Skills:

You have:

Proven ability to communicate complex ideas, exchange information and promote open communication with a broad range of audiences (e.g., stakeholders, clients, colleagues, senior ministry leadership, Indigenous communities) Demonstrated ability to prepare written materials (briefing notes, Minister's letters, responses to media inquiries, work plans, technical reports, etc.) to effectively provide information to a variety of audiences Demonstrated ability to research, prepare and deliver high quality written materials
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Technical Expertise:

You have:

Knowledge of relevant natural resources legislation, regulations, policies and procedures (e.g., Public Lands Act, Lakes and Rivers Improvement Act, Environmental Assessment Act) The ability to interpret and apply legislation, regulations, policies and procedures in the review of resources development proposal, programs and initiatives An understanding of, and experience with land use and resource management planning, and environmental assessment Experience contributing to policy development, delivery and implementation

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:

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What we offer

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Manager bios:

Northwest Region:

Christine Debruyne has over 15 years of OPS experience working in operational and policy roles in MNR and MPBSDP. She is an approachable and genuine leader and prides herself on her collaborative, strategic, and team-based approach. Christine is committed to finding operational efficiencies and fosters a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. She is also a champion for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Northeast Region:

Julie Robinson has over 16 years of planning experience at various levels of government. She brings an authentic, collaborative, and people-centered leadership approach to the team. She also champions diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Julie's strategic planning experience and technical knowledge support the success of those around her.

Additional information:

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Apply by:

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 11:59 pm EDT

Position details:

1 English Temporary, duration up to 18 months, 5520 Hwy 101 E, South Porcupine, North Region or 190 Cherry St, Chapleau, North Region or 48 Mission Rd, Wawa, North Region or 613 Front St, Hearst, North Region or 122 Government Rd W, Kapuskasing, North Region or 2-4 Hwy 11 S, Cochrane, North Region or 62 Queen Ave, Blind River, North Region 1 English Temporary, duration up to 18 months, 435 James St S, Thunder Bay, North Region or Hwy 599, PO Box 448, Ignace, North Region or 479 Government Rd, Dryden, North Region or 922 Scott St, Fort Frances, North Region or 108 Saturn Ave, Atikokan, North Region or 808 Robertson St, Kenora, North Region or 49 Prince St, Sioux Lookout, North Region or 227 Howey St, Red Lake, North Region or 5 Wadsworth Dr, Nipigon, North Region

Compensation group:

Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario

Work hours:

Schedule 6

Category:

Consulting and Planning

Posted on:

Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Note:

E-NR-232917/25(2)

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.

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