Analytical Technologist

The Organic Contaminants Section of the Environmental Sciences and Standards Division needs a team player to prepare complex environmental samples and conduct organic analysis in support of environmental monitoring programs, special studies, emergency response or litigation.

Why join the OPS
Work among talented and diverse employees driven by a common purpose to do meaningful work in service of Ontario. We offer:
• comprehensive benefits that look after your holistic wellness needs
• base salary that aligns to market trends with performance-based pay and scheduled salary progression
• tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more
• a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

What can I expect to do in this role?In this role, you will:
• perform chemical tests and basic troubleshooting and maintenance of procedures and equipment (i.e. gas chromatographs (GC) and liquid chromatographs (LC) with various detectors),
• acquire and process data using instrumentation software and laboratory information management systems (LIMS) to report data,
• report results ensuring that all quality protocols are met,
• work as a member of a team and to participate in intra-laboratory activities (e.g. quality initiatives) and participate in method development.

How do I qualify?Organic Chemistry and Environmental Laboratory Knowledge and Experience:• You understand the scientific principles and practices of analytical and organic chemistry
• You have knowledge of and experience with established laboratory test protocols, procedures, methods (i.e. basic chemistry techniques, sample preparation and instrumental analysis techniques)
• You have experience with various organic analytical techniques and associated instrumentation (i.e. pH meters, rotary evaporators, gas chromatographs (GC) and liquid chromatographs (LC) with various detectors)

Quality Assurance and Legislative Knowledge:• You know principles and practices of quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) and can apply them to ensure data quality objectives are met on a daily basis
• You can interpret and apply relevant legislation, regulations and guidelines(Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), exceedance reporting protocols, occupational health and safety, Workplace Hazardous Information Materials System (WHMIS) and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS))

Analytical, Evaluation and Diagnostic Skills:• You can conduct a variety of tests to determine results from established procedures
• You can confirm results comparing expected versus actual output including implications (i.e. processing legal samples)
• You have the ability to diagnose minor repairs and maintain equipment

Computer Knowledge and Skills:• You are proficient with various computer software and database applications (i.e. MS Office Suite, Windows Agilent ChemStation)
• You are able to process data and create reports using instrumentation software and laboratory information management systems (LIMS)

Communication, Interpersonal and Organizational Skills:• You communicate effectively and can prepare and present technical information clearly
• You can plan, organize and manage your daily workload and adapt to changing priorities (i.e. high priority and emergency samples)
• You can work as a member of a team and to participate in intra-laboratory activities (i.e. quality initiatives)

Additional Information:

How to apply:

1. You must apply online.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
5. OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
6. 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.

Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future vacancies represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, eligibility lists are shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying to this competition, you are providing consent that your name may be shared with OPSEU representatives.

All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.

Remember: The deadline to apply is Monday, January 6, 2025 11:59 pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

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Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario sont affichées en anglais et en français. Pour connaître les exigences linguistiques, vérifiez les renseignements sur la « langue du poste » figurant dans le haut de chaque offre d'emploi. Pour tous les postes, l'évaluation des candidates et candidats se fera en anglais, la langue usuelle de la fonction publique de l'Ontario. En ce qui concerne les postes désignés bilingues, la maîtrise du français des candidates et candidats sera également évaluée.

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