Behavior analyst Jobs in High Level, AB

Job Title : Area Information Coordinator

Location : High Level

Full or Part-Time : Full Time

Hours of Work : 36.25 hours per week

Permanent / Temporary : Temporary

Temporary end date of position : September 30, 2027

Scope : Open Competition

Closing Date : February 4, 2026

Classification : Program Service 3

Salary : $2,849.89 to $3,738.14 bi‑weekly ($74,382 - $97,565 per year)

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.

Role Responsibilities

Consider joining a dynamic team at the Government of Alberta as an Area Information Coordinator, where you will play a crucial role in wildfire management, emergency communications, and community engagement. Reporting to the Forest Area Manager, this position offers a unique opportunity to lead strategic initiatives, build partnerships, and contribute to the safety and well‑being of Albertans and their environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead Division‑wide initiatives encompassing wildfire, forest management, youth programs, social media, and more to influence behavior change in Albertans for emergency preparedness.
• Provide emergency and crisis communications leadership and direction on incidents and within communities under crisis.
• The Area Information Coordinator builds relationships, strategies and conducts planning with a structured tool set; often starting with needs assessments to determine the appropriate approach for each stakeholder group.
• Increase awareness, understanding and concern for wildfire‑related topics within ecosystem management.
• Build communication plans and strategies to integrate and support landscape management planning initiatives such as wildfire management plans.
• Manage program budget and plans with reportable performance measures and deliverables. The position is accountable for delivery of a yearly budget plan, contingency planning and ongoing financial management.
• Participate on provincial task teams on provincial behavior change or crisis communication initiatives. The Area Information Coordinator, on a rotational basis, will also act as a provincial wildfire information officer, making themselves available 24 / 7 during wildfire season for immediate comment on behalf of the Alberta Government.
• Train internal staff on techniques to change behaviors of Albertans as well as professional communication in and out of crisis events.
• Participate in the planning, execution, and management of national‑level corporate events such as the FireSmart Community Series and the Wildland Fire Canada Conference, as well as designing and organizing multi‑jurisdictional mock disasters and exercises.

This role offers a unique opportunity to lead strategic communication efforts in wildfire management and emergency preparedness. If you are passionate about making a difference, building partnerships, and ensuring the safety of communities and the environment, we encourage you to apply.

Join us in making a difference and protecting our forests and communities for future generations.

Competencies

Qualifications

Assets :

This is a full‑time permanent position with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday. The incumbent may be requested to work overtime, evenings and weekends due to the emergency nature of wildfires.

Travel within the area and throughout the province will be required as part of your responsibilities to coordinate with Ministry staff and colleagues, other government departments, clients, and external stakeholders.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents / checks or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out‑of‑province applicants can obtain the required documents / checks from the province they currently reside in.

Candidates may be asked to complete a written assignment as part of the interview process.

Application Information

How To Apply : Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement : This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Rashi Vaktania at Rashi.Vaktania@gov.ab.ca.

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