Wildfire Superintendent - Northern Region

Wildfire Superintendent - Northern Region P10 Professional Officer 10Regular/full-timeNatural Resources and Indigenous FuturesThompson MBAdvertisement Number: 45403Salary(s): P10 $98,310.00 - $124,694.00 per year Plus Remoteness Allowance, if applicable.Closing Date: July 2, 2026Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months.The Wildfire Superintendent is a senior management position responsible for directing and overseeing the delivery of complex wildfire management programs within the Northern Fire Region.Duties: Reporting to the Executive Director of the Wildfire Service, the Wildfire Superintendent – Northern Region provides leadership and oversight in the development, coordination, and evaluation of wildfire policies, directives, programs and budgets. The Superintendent directs and manages staff and operations across the region, under the direction of the Executive Director and in close collaboration with other Superintendents and the Provincial Fire Centre.Why Work for Manitoba Government? The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.Financial SecurityDefined pension planLife insurance coverageLong-Term Disability PlanEmployer paid health care benefits including health, dental and visionExtended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and moreAnnual health spending account for eligible employeesAttractive salariesCommitment to Health and WellnessEmployee and Family Assistance ProgramPaid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave daysFlexible work arrangements for eligible positionsGenerous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of serviceParental, maternity, and adoptive leave optionsProfessional Growth & Development We want our employees to thrive and grow and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as in‑house training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.Organizational Culture and Values The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.Impact on Manitoba’s Future By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.QualificationsPost‑secondary education from a recognized college or university in a field related to natural resource management, forestry, fire science, or other natural sciences. An equivalent combination of related education, training and experience may be consideredExperience in planning, administering/delivering and managing wildfire or land‑based programmingSupervisory experience, including experience with performance evaluations/management, attendance management, discipline, investigating complaints/concernsField experience in wildfire suppression, in supervisory roleFinancial management experience including: preparing, monitoring and controlling annual operating, salary, and capital budgetsStrong problem‑solving and decision‑making skillsStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholdersEffective verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of staff, colleagues and stakeholders.Strong written communications skills, with the ability to complete high level authority seeking documents, advisory notes and proposals.Experience procuring/contracting goods and services and managing projects and contractor relationshipsConditions of EmploymentMust be legally entitled to work in CanadaMust possess and maintain a Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s licenceMust be willing and able to travel within Manitoba and Canada, including travel to remote areas by different types of aircraft, and overnight stays in primitive accommodationMust be willing and able to work overtime, including evenings and weekends#J-18808-Ljbffr