Forest Op Monitoring Specialist

Job Information

Job Title : Forest Operations Monitoring Specialist

Job Requisition ID : 56270

Ministry : Forestry and Parks

Location : Peace River, AB

Full or Part-Time : Full Time

Hours of Work : 36.25 hours per week

Regular / Temporary : Regular

Scope : Open Competition

Closing Date : April 17, 2024

Pay Grade : Natural Resource 7

Salary : $2,607.26 to $3,354.30 bi-weekly ($68,049 - $87,547 / year)

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans.

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The Ministry of Forestry and Parks invests in the environmentally responsible growth of Alberta's wood products and forestry sector.

We are committed to protecting Alberta's forests from wildfires and preserving our provincial parks for the recreation and enjoyment of Albertans.

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Role Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Senior Forester, this position assists in ensuring the sustainability of the forest resources in the Peace River Forest Area.

You will be working at the operational level with industry forestry practitioners in the implementation of Annual Harvesting and Silviculture Plans and will strive to ensure compliance with legislation, policy, directives, approval conditions and approved plans.

You will work to lead the forest operations monitoring program and provide guidance to a team of inspectors who will inspect and monitor forest companies' harvesting and silvicultural activities while ensuring consistent standards are maintained and all policy directed targets for Reforestation, Operations and Timber Production Monitoring are met.

Ensuring forest sustainability of harvest practices is a critical objective of this role.

The position also acts as the Forest Area presentative on regional and provincial working groups as approved by the Senior Forester / Forest Area Manager and contributes knowledge towards regulation and policy / procedure development.

This position will provide assistance in wildfire prevention and operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on the sustainability of forest resources in the Peace River Forest Area.

If you are passionate about forestry, compliance, and environmental stewardship, we invite you to join us in this important endeavor.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.