Apply By: Thursday, July 4, 2024 11:59 pm EDT PRINT Communications and Digital Media Specialist Organization: Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry Division: Provincial Services Division City: Dryden, Garson, Peterborough, Sault Ste Marie Language of Position(s): English Job Term: 1 Permanent Job Code: 02703 - Information Officer 2 Salary: $1,428.25 - $1,687.23 Per Week Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement. Understanding the job ad - definitions Posting Status: Open Job ID: 215395 Apply Online Effective January 1st, 2024 the salary range for this position is $1,428.25 to $1,687.23 per week in compliance with OPSEU Unified Bargaining Unit collective agreement provisions. The new rates, effective retroactive to January 1, 2024, were recently confirmed and dates for implementation of the new salary rates are still to be determined. Are you able to instantly connect and build positive relations with others? Do you have expertise in developing internet and social media sites, pages, documents, and publications? If so, then consider this exciting opportunity with Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Service (AFFES), Integrated Services. The Integrated Services Section (ISS) plays an important planning, support and delivery role for many important functions contributing towards Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services (AFFES) wildland fire management and emergency services mandate. About Us: Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services provides forest fire management services for the province including fire management policies and strategies, fire prevention and detection, and the basic resources for managing forest fires; aviation flight and maintenance crews and equipment in support of forest fire and natural resources management, and other specialized aviation services, including non-scheduled air transport to all government ministries and agencies; and emergency management in response to forest fires, floods, drought/low water, dam failures, erosion, soil and bedrock instability, crude oil and natural gas exploration, natural gas and hydrocarbon underground storage, and salt solution mining emergencies. 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: develop and maintain AFFES web-based information, communications, and documents. manage the posting of content to AFFES intra-extra-internet and other social media sites (as applicable). consult with clients and program staff to determine communication needs. design and produce publications, bulletins, manuals, posters, and brochures. assist in the design and organization of program exhibits or displays. evaluate the effectiveness of communication efforts. How do I qualify? Communication and Consultation skills: You can demonstrate: proven written communications skills to design and produce a variety of print publications and web material (e.g., bulletins, manuals, posters). an ability to effectively translate technical and/or specialized material and terminology into plain language. knowledge of writing styles and proven editing skills to correct grammar and punctuation. well-developed interpersonal skills to work in highly team-oriented environment. diplomacy and tact when presenting resolutions and working with various staff/partners to meet deliverables. Technical Knowledge: You can demonstrate: working knowledge of internet technologies and development tools (e.g., file transfer protocol, e-mail, push technologies, HTML, Java, FrontPage, Adobe Acrobat, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Illustrator) a well-developed understanding of publication production, including graphic design methods and techniques knowledge of communications theories and techniques, and communications planning methods and practices Coordination and Planning Skills: You can demonstrate an ability to: lead the administration and delivery of communications strategies, plans, and initiatives work collaboratively to develop and implement project plans concurrently manage multiple projects often with competing priorities and tight deadlines Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: You can demonstrate: analytical and evaluative skills to identify, research, and assess clients' communications requirements and objectives, and develop quality communication plans. problem-solving skills to address client expectations and resolve production problems an ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation, standards and procedures to ensure compliance (e.g., The French Language Services Act (FLSA), Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), visual identity directive, ministry publication and internet standards) Additional Information: Address: 1 English Permanent, 70 Foster Drive, Sault Ste Marie, North Region or 6150 Skyline Dr, Garson, North Region or 95 Ghost Lake Rd, Dryden, North Region or 300 Water St, Peterborough, East Region Compensation Group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union Understanding the job ad - definitions Schedule: 6 Category: Information Technology Posted on: Wednesday, June 19, 2024 Note: Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis. E-NR-215395/24 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 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. 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 Thursday, July 4, 2024 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted. All Ontario Public Service external job advertisements are posted in English and French. To confirm the language requirements of a job, check the "language of position" information at the top of each job ad. For all positions, candidates will be assessed in English, the business language of the Ontario Public Service. For English/French designated bilingual positions, candidates will also be assessed through French-language proficiency testing. 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. The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation is available under the Ontario's Human Rights Code .