AIS Dunmore Site Lead - Jobs in Calgary, AB

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Job InformationJob Requisition ID: 11534Ministry: Environment & ParksLocation: CalgaryFull or Part-Time: WageHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekRegular/Temporary: WageScope: Open CompetitionClosing Date: May 12, 2021Classification: Subsidiary 05B 3625 Natural Resources 4About UsWe support Albertans in being proud stewards of air, land, water, and biodiversity by leading the work required for the desired environmental outcomes and sustainable development of natural resources.Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) InitiativeManaging the threat of aquatic invasive species (AIS) in Alberta is an initiative to help stop the introduction and spread of AIS into Alberta's lakes, rivers, and across borders. Watercraft inspections are part of a larger province-wide AIS Program that includes monitoring, response planning, education campaigns, and policy. The Watercraft Inspections Program is focused primarily along major highways in Alberta and it is mandatory for all vehicles towing watercraft to stop at the inspection stations.RoleReporting to the Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Operations Site Supervisors, the AIS Site Leads are responsible for the safe operations and supervision of several Alberta watercraft inspection stations. The stations are located at major highways entering the province and boaters, according to the Fishery (Alberta) Act, are required by law to stop when transporting watercraft. The watercraft inspection program is critical to the province of Alberta as a major line of defense against an introduction of aquatic invasive species that could cost the province $75 million in annual maintenance costs. Site leads are responsible for maintaining operational readiness of staff and equipment at their stations.The Site Leads will ensure the watercraft inspectors at their stations are following safe work procedures, maintaining occupational health and safety (OH&S) binders, leading site OH&S tailgate meetings and assisting supervisors with site-specific hazard assessments.As Fishery Guardians, these positions hold special authority under the Fisheries (Alberta) Act for decision making requiring quarantines of watercraft belonging to members of the public. This position is also responsible for approving shift changes, day off requests and reconciling time reporting of the staff at their stations.QualificationsA completed high-school diploma plus a minimum of one year related experience is required. Experience working at the Dunmore or Vermilion Government of Alberta watercraft inspection stations is a requirement. Proof of a valid Class 5 driver’s license, proof of certification/enrolment in Standard First Aid and CPR C and a 3-year commercial driver’s abstract are also required.Candidates must have experience working in a hands-on mechanical environment. This position requires working with high pressure hot water decontamination units, trouble -shooting their problems, and providing mechanical advice for repair and maintenance, therefore, candidates must have using decontamination units.Detailed knowledge and experience working with and around boats, and an understanding of their complex mechanical systems is also a requirement.Knowledge and experience with Government of Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Program would be considered an asset.Equivalencies will be considered.APS CompetenciesCompetencies are behaviours 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. This link will assist you with understanding competencies:Agility: The successful candidate must have the ability to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities and effectively work in a changing environment. The ability to travel and work in variable environmental conditions is required.Build Collaborative Environments: These positions will be working in a team environment and as such the successful candidates must contribute to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve desired outcomes.Develop Networks: Site Leads will be educating members of the public on aquatic invasive species threats, and therefore need to be outgoing and confident in providing expert advice on preventative measures.Creative Problem Solving: Site Leads must be able to assess options and solve any problems that may arise, whether dealing with member of the public on confrontational issues, or within the team. The ultimate goal of the Site Leads is to resolve the issues of quarantine / decontamination of the watercraft in a timely manner, and to ensure the successful day to day operations of the watercraft inspection stations.Salary$23.78 to $29.36 per hourNotesHours of Work: 36.25 hours per week. A valid Class 5 driver’s license is required.PLEASE IDENTFY YOUR PREFERRED LOCATION IN YOUR RESUME SUBMISSION:Sites will be on major highways, and locations could include:

• DUNMORE
• VERMILION

Please note that in order to work with the boating public and accommodate high traffic times and seasons, you will be required to work a flexible schedule that could include travel, shift and weekend work, potentially throughout the spring and into late fall.All chosen candidates will be required to attend and successfully complete mandatory training.This position may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta, at equal or lower classification and salary.Wage employees receive 11.2% in addition to regular wage earnings in lieu of benefits and vacation leave.

• 5.2 percent of regular wage earnings instead of paid holidays.
• 6 percent of regular wage earnings instead of annual vacation pay.

How To ApplyIf you are not currently an employee with the Government of Alberta, the first step in applying for a job is creating your candidate profile within our online application system,Existing employees should access the Career tile in 1GX to submit their application in order to be recognized as an internal applicant.Once you have created your candidate profile, visit the Alberta Public Service job site to apply for jobs atTips for applicants:It is recommended that applicants who have obtained educational credentials from outside of Canada and have not had them previously assessed, obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)Closing StatementThis 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 a copy of the role profile, please contact Jane McEwen at Jane.McEwen@gov.ab.ca.If this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to check