Amended - District Resource Liaison Specialist (1)

← Back to search results Apply By: Thursday, June 11, 2026 11:59 pm EDT Amended - District Resource Liaison Specialist Job ID: 244855 Posting status: Open Organization: Ministry of Natural Resources Division: Regional Operations Division City: Red Lake, Sioux Lookout Position(s) language: English Job term: 1 Permanent Job code: 05513 - Community Development Officer 3 Salary: $1,424.64 - $1,771.45 Per week*
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The Ministry of Natural Resources has protected Ontario's precious resources for more than 150 years. Our team of passionate professionals seeks a skilled communicator with a sound grasp of natural resource management who values building strong and effective relationships with Indigenous communities and non-Indigenous stakeholders.
The Ministry of Natural Resources is looking for a strong team player to provide expert coordination and advice to help the ministry collaborate with Indigenous communities on resource management programs in the Red Lake Sioux Lookout District. This position works closely with Indigenous communities through consultation, engagement and knowledge building opportunities. and is focused on developing and maintaining relationships through excellent communications. About the jobIn this role, you will:
• Act as the ministry representative in fulfilling the Crown's duty to consult (Section 35 of the Constitution) for land use and resource management programs
Provide advice, plan and lead Indigenous programs and initiatives
• Promote understanding, co-operation and participation in the ministry's sustainable resource management programs with a focus on lands and resource allocation with communities and other users
• Prepare budget submissions and explore funding options as well as authorize and track expenditures for Indigenous and non-Indigenous programs and initiatives within communities What you bring to the team
Mandatory Requirement• You have a valid Ontario Class G drivers licence
Specialized KnowledgeYou have:
• Knowledge of natural resource management principles, practices, policies and procedures and government resource management policies, programs, operations and initiatives
• Understanding of Indigenous culture, social and economic issues, concerns, legislation, policies and communities
• Ability to acquire knowledge of community development principles to provide advice and assist in Indigenous training initiatives and economic development opportunities
Communication and Interpersonal SkillsYou can:
• Demonstrate conflict resolution and facilitation skills to negotiate and build consensus on resource management issues
• Foster effective relationships with stakeholders and Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities and associations
• Provide advice and information effectively and produce written products such as briefing notes, reports, presentations and correspondence
Analytical and Problem-Solving SkillsYou can:
• Research and analyze information/data to respond to requests, issues and/or concerns
• Apply policies, procedures and directives to determine/recommend solutions and provide issues management support
Administrative SkillsYou can:
• Prepare work plans/budgets and track and monitor expenditures/deliverables
• Prioritize, coordinate and complete work tasks within specified timeframes 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 accessibilityWe 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.
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• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

What we offerThe Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:
• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
• a comprehensive compensation and benefits package
• 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 Additional information: Apply by: Thursday, June 11, 2026 11:59 pm EDT Position details:

• 1 English Permanent, 49 Prince St, Sioux Lookout, North Region or 227 Howey St, Red Lake, North Region

Compensation group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union Work hours: Schedule 6 Category: Lands and Resources Posted on: Thursday, May 21, 2026

Note:

• Less qualified applicants may be considered on an underfill basis.
• The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.
• E-NR-244855/26

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