Crop Assurance Specialist

Role Responsibilities

Ready to jump into a role that actually makes an impact?

As a Crop Assurance Specialist , you’ll be right in the middle of Alberta’s agriculture scene helping keep the crops sector healthy, supporting farmers, and shaping the future of how we grow food in the province.

This isn’t a “sit in a corner and observe” kind of job. You’ll get to :

• Dig into real policy work that affects producers across Alberta.
• Chat with farmers, municipalities, and industry partners to understand what’s happening on the ground.
• Work with important agriculture legislation (Agricultural Pests Act, Weed Control Act, and Agricultural Service Board Act).
• Share your ideas and lead your own projects with plenty of independence.

If you know your way around Western Canadian cropping systems, and you enjoy working with all kinds of people, this is a great chance to grow your skills fast, build your network, and do meaningful work that keeps Alberta’s agriculture strong.

It’s hands-on, it’s varied, and it’s perfect for someone who’s ready to make things happen.

Your knowledge of Western Canadian cropping systems, along with your ability to collaborate and communicate with diverse stakeholders, will be critical to success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

Provide Leadership in Crop Health and Assurance Programs : Develop strategies, tools, and resources to address pest and weed issues.

Deliver presentations, reports, and fact sheets to inform stakeholders and advance best practices.

Ensure compatibility of Alberta’s programs with provincial, national, and international regulations.

Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration : Build strategic alliances with regulatory partners, including municipal, provincial, and federal agencies.

Act as a regional liaison in the Agricultural Service Board (ASB) Regional Liaison Program.

Facilitate multi-stakeholder consultations and resolve conflicts to meet program goals.

Education and Awareness : Provide training and advisory services on crop health initiatives.

Promote awareness of agricultural legislation and policies among key stakeholders.

Provide industry knowledge on plant insect, disease, and weed issues to the Department.