- Employment Type: Permanent Full-time
- Salary Range: 44.410 - 55.654
- Hours of Work: B – SGEU Field 37.33 work a total of 37.33 hours/week, averaged over 4 weeks
- Workplace Diversity: We are committed to workplace diversity.
- Occupation Code: SFR
- Grade: SGEU.12.
- Organization: 026 Environment
- Number of Openings: 2
- Ministry only: No
The Opportunity:
The Ministry of Environment has exciting opportunities as Foresters in Prince Albert. In this role, you will support sustainable growth of Saskatchewan’s forest sector. The Forest Operations Unit is responsible for implementing policy associated with planning & compliance programs supporting the Ministry's results-based, service-oriented approach to attaining desired outcomes. We take a team approach to protecting the environment for the well-being of the province & its people. We use science-based solutions and environmental laws to safeguard communities, protect our forest resources, air, land, water & habitat. We are committed to providing superior client satisfaction through workplace excellence, continuous improvement, innovation & ensuring workplace health & safety. Consideration will be given to candidates graduating in April 2027.
Responsibilities
- Works with and occasionally supervises a team of operations staff responsible for regulating forest industry operations and ensuring compliance on Crown’s forest lands.
- Under the guidance of the Area Forester leads the review and approval of forest industry operating plans which authorizes the harvest of forest products.
- Conducts compliance assurance activities, including field investigations, gathering necessary information and evidence, determining appropriate response, formulating and implementing a course of action as well as assisting less senior staff with compliance assurance activities.
- Leads or participates in public consultations of forest management with a wide variety of people such as co-workers, stakeholders, media, First Nations and Metis communities, agencies, and the public.
- Leads policy development related to forest operations and advise senior ministry staff on operational planning and forest management issues.
- Supports senior ministry staff on forest management and policy issues related to operations and operational planning.
- Works with other resource management specialists in response to forest management challenges to develop solutions in keeping with the Ministry's ecosystem management principles.
- Collect and analyze forest land data to identify trends and make informed decisions and recommendations.
- Manage and analyze data using word processing, databases, spreadsheets, and geographic information systems (GIS).
- Identifies solutions to complex problems and recommends strategies or makes decisions to address issues and concerns within a context of available resources, stringent timelines, divergent perspectives and/or opposing viewpoints.
- Interprets and applies applicable federal and provincial legislation and policies, programs and agreements relating primarily to forestry and environmental protection.
Qualifications
Job Capabilities:
As a public servant, we are seeking someone who:
- Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
- Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.
- Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
- Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
- Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
- Focuses on achieving public service excellence.
Technical Knowledge and Skills:
- Knowledge of principles related to ecosystem-based forest management and legislation related to the utilization and administration of forest resources.
- Knowledge of or demonstrated ability to supervise other staff providing coaching for successful development in their forest operations career paths.
- Knowledge of harvesting, road construction and decommissioning, water crossing installation and reclamation, and boreal forest silviculture.
- Knowledge of process and policy development.
- Knowledge of compliance and enforcement theories including natural resource law principles.
- The ability to carry out fieldwork year-round and travel throughout Saskatchewan including remote locations and overnight stays away from home.
- The ability to operate a 4-wheel drive pick-up truck and all-terrain vehicles in off road conditions while in full rain gear speckled with mud.
- Typically, the skills and knowledge required for this position would be obtained through the completion of a forestry technician program, a forestry degree program or allied science degree program combined with experience with forest operations including operational planning, harvesting, road construction and reclamation, water crossing installation and reclamation, boreal forest silviculture.
Position Requirements:
- The successful candidate must be committed to workplace health and safety and willing to fulfill working conditions.
- The successful candidate must possess a valid driver’s license.
- The successful candidate must be eligible for registration in The Association of Saskatchewan Forestry Professional within 3 years of commencement.
Job Skills:
- Communication (Level C)
- Critical Thinking (Level C)
- Digital Skills (Level C)
- Interacting with Others (Level C)
- Navigating Ambiguity (Level C)
- Managing Self (Level C)
- Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)
- Data Literacy (Level C)
- Influence (Level C)
- Political and Organizational Awareness (Level C)
Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.
What We Offer:
- Dynamic and challenging work
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package including pension
- Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
- Inclusive work environments
- Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements
Our Commitment to Excellence:
The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.
About Us
The Government of Saskatchewan provides the services, programs and supports the people of Saskatchewan need. We deliver on the Saskatchewan Plan for Growth to build a strong economy, strong communities and strong families, ultimately building a stronger Saskatchewan. Dedicated to service excellence, we demonstrate innovation, collaboration and transparency, practice effective and accountable use of resources and promote engagement and leadership at all levels.
