Ontario's archaeological heritage is a
non renewable resource, and protecting it is essential to the government's broader commitment to
safeguard what matters most to Ontarians—our people, our communities, and our shared history.
As part of the Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism's mandate to
protect Ontario's heritage, we are seeking committed Archaeology Review Officers to help ensure that the province's cultural heritage resources are conserved as Ontario continues to grow.
This is a
continuous posting for ongoing recruitment.Only one application per Job ID is required.
Learn more about the Archaeology Review Officer!
In this role, you will:
- Review, analyze, and evaluate archaeological reports and development proposals to ensure alignment with provincial heritage protection standards
- Assess archaeological licence compliance, monitor reporting, and provide technical guidance to licensed archaeologists
- Offer professional advice and authoritative recommendations to archaeologists, planners, consultants, Indigenous communities, municipalities, and ministry stakeholders
- Identify and assess archaeological resource concerns, recommending appropriate mitigation strategies
- Facilitate resolution of complex or sensitive issues, balancing heritage considerations with development needs
- Contribute to the development and refinement of provincial programs, guidelines, and standards for archaeological and heritage conservation
- Support initiatives such as Provincial Heritage Organization (PHO) and Heritage Operational Development Grant (HODG) programs, Doors Open Ontario, and collaborations with the Ontario Heritage Trust
Note: Occasional travel within Ontario is required.
- You must have a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that s/he has a valid driver's licence upon being hired.
- You must hold a valid Professional or Applied Research class Ontario archaeological licence.
- You have knowledge of land archaeology and cultural heritage resource conservation and management theories, principles, practices and techniques.
- You can apply archaeology theories, principles, best practices and licensing processes to provide expertise in the preparation of licence reports.
- You have experience in Ontario's archaeological consulting industry and knowledge of provincial archaeological licensing and review processes.
- You understand the needs and process of research and avocational archaeology to provide technical advice and consultation to key stakeholders.
- You have knowledge of Ontario's archaeological history in order to critically review archaeological assessment and mitigation work.
- You can interpret and apply Ontario's land archaeological records, the Ontario Heritage Act, related legislation (i.e. the 2011 Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists).
- You can develop presentations for clients, stakeholders and senior managers.
- You can prepare archaeological reports, research publications, and provide technical input on ministry Cabinet submissions.
- You can deliver training and explain complex analysis and research to a wide audience.
- You can facilitate consensus building and resolve compliance issues.
- You can plan and complete formal negotiation sessions using knowledge of negotiation and mediation theory and processes.
- You have knowledge of the Ontario Heritage Act and related legislation that provide the legislative framework for the conservation of Ontario's heritage resources.
- You have knowledge of information and record management systems and practices (e.g., PastPort, SharePoint).
- You are proficient using spreadsheet, presentation, word processing and database software to create customized reports, letters, statistical displays and spreadsheets.
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!
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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diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
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accessibility
- Anti-Racism Policy
The 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
- many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups
- tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more
Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package includes:
- a defined-benefit lifetime pension plan (guaranteed, ongoing inflation-protected income after retirement)
- group health, dental, life and disability benefits
- a range of vacation and leave options
- an Employee and Family Assistance Program, which provides confidential counseling services
