Economics Specialist - Forest Economy

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Apply By: Friday, November 13, 2026 11:59 pm EST

Economics Specialist - Forest Economy

Job ID:

250582

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ministry of Natural Resources

Division:

Forest Industry Division / Forest Economics and Business Branch

City:

Sault Ste Marie

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

1 Temporary - up to 12 months

Job code:

02287 - Economist 4 (Bargaining Unit)

Salary:

$1,635.09 - $2,135.07 Per week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

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Accessibility support

If you have what it takes to conduct in-depth research and provide expert analysis and advice in regards to the forest products sector and emerging forest bioeconomy in Ontario, consider this interesting and challenging opportunity.

About the job

In this role, you will:

• Coordinate and conduct research, analysis and environmental scanning on forest economics;
• Interpret forest economics data to measure and assess economic impact and contribution of the forestry sector and identify emerging issues that would impact stakeholders.
• Collaborate with other stakeholders on strategic issues, research requirements and implications of social and economic trends and developments;
• Apply economic, financial, mathematical, statistical and computer modelling skills for general policy development problems (e.g., economic impact/development, cost-benefit analysis, practicality and competitiveness).
• Lead and coordinate the development of internal and external economic information/policy products for the forestry sector.
• Define and conduct research studies and economic and financial analysis to formulate impacts of demand, supply and energy pricing shocks on the forestry industry.
• Gather and evaluate information from multiple public and private sectors, academic research, financial industry papers and reports including from other jurisdictions to identify best forest industry practices and determine their applicability for Ontario's forest product sector.
• Synthesize data/information to develop long/short term policy position/economic impact analysis to determine funding/program needs and develop options and recommendations.
• Review, analyse and evaluate project proposals for Forest Resource Processing Facility Licences and other projects that will make use of Crown forest resources;
• Assist in developing training and presentations on the forest-based economy for various stakeholders and clients;
• Represent provincial or Ministry forest economy interests on task teams, committees, and working groups;
• Prepare briefing notes, background papers and analysis.

What you bring to the team

Technical expertise:

You demonstrate expertise in:
• natural resource management, economic theory, research methods and analytical techniques;
• technological, social, economic, environmental and political trends and environmental scanning techniques;
• familiarity with forest economic data sources and input-out models

Project management and planning skills:

You have:
• knowledge of research design, project planning and project management techniques;
• organizational and financial skills and entrepreneurial spirit.

Communication and interpersonal skills:

You have:
• communication and interpersonal skills such as judgement, tact and diplomacy;
• demonstrated writing skills to prepare and develop various correspondence;
• proven facilitation, networking and communication skills.

Analytical and problem-solving skills:

You have:
• knowledge of analytical, data modelling and problem-solving techniques;
• proven analytical and problem-solving skills.

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 accessibility

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:

Apply by:

Friday, November 13, 2026 11:59 pm EST

Position details:

• 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 70 Foster Dr, Sault Ste Marie, North Region

Compensation group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Work hours:

Schedule 6

Category:

Finance and Economics

Posted on:

Thursday, October 29, 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.
• C-NR-250582/26

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.
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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 matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.

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