Land Management Specialist - Jobs in Hinton, AB

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Job InformationJob Requisition ID: 31441Ministry: Environment and ParksLocation: HintonFull or Part-Time: Full-TimeHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekRegular/Temporary: RegularScope: Open CompetitionClosing Date: September 7, 2022Classification: Natural Resources 8About 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.RoleReporting to the Senior Landscape Ecologist, the Land Management Specialist is responsible for the management of industrial, commercial, recreation, and bed and shore activities on all public land within an assigned area. Using the principles and guidance of Higher Level Plans, Integrated Resource Management, existing policy, legislation, and department directives, you ensure overall sustainability of public lands by balancing development, use and conservation of public lands and the resources located on them. The position delivers benefits to a wide range of stakeholders including, but not limited to, municipalities, industry, tourism, recreation, sand and gravel, quarries and mines, and residential users while ensuring benefits and values are sustained for the long-term benefit of all Albertans. The result is maintenance and improvement in the quality of public land and resources, and long term sustainable use for agriculture, forestry, industrial, commercial, recreation, the public, and fish and wildlife. The Land Management Specialist conducts the review of applications, attempts to abate non-compliant activities, promotes regional and provincial consistency, addresses public inquires/complaints, conducts inspections and investigations, and assists Lands Officers where possible. Opportunities may exist to be a contributing member to various department committees and initiatives. There may be an option to assist other division initiatives and/or wildfire response in accordance with associated levels of certification and mutually agreed upon objectives.Driving for results, you promote sustainable land use practices through adaptive and integrated land use planning on public land. You will play a key role in implementing Provincial and regional directives and guidelines when building relationships and providing advice, technical information, and mediation to various levels of municipal governments, departments, stakeholders and client groups. Utilizing your knowledge, experience and a variety of information sources, your land use decisions will be based on the principles of integrated resource management, legislation, policy, directives and desired outcomes.As the successful candidate, you will showcase your advanced communication and planning skills, knowledge of natural resource management, and sound knowledge of activities that occur on public land. You will also utilize your creative thinking at both the strategic and operational level to develop and maintain long term, effective, integrated land management planning strategies. Relying on your in-depth knowledge of Alberta Government policy and procedure, attention to detail, multi-client negotiation, and mediation skills will ensure your success in the role.QualificationsRequirements:

• A related Degree in Forestry, Environmental Sciences, or other natural sciences.
• 4 years related experience in land and resource management.

Equivalencies:

• A related two-year diploma plus 6 years related experience.
• Additional related education considered in lieu of experience on a one-for-one basis.

Assets:

• Valid certifications maintained in Standard First Aid and Basic CPR, and Defensive Driving.
• Knowledge of Government of Alberta application and data base platforms including Land Status Automated System (LSAS), Geographic Information Systems (ArcMap), Geographic Land Information, Management, and Planning System (GLIMPS).

To be successful in this role, the following skills, competencies & characteristics are important:

• Excellent trouble shooting and problem-solving ability.
• Strong and consistent sense of urgency.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a variety of tasks.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Detail oriented.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to work respectfully and efficiently with a wide range of people from different cultures and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

APS CompetenciesCompetencies are behaviors 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: You are able to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience in times of uncertainty and effectively work in a changing environment.Systems Thinking: You consistently take a holistic and long-term view of challenges, values, and opportunities at multiple levels across related areas.Develop Networks: You proactively build networks, connecting and building trust in relationships with different stakeholders.Build Collaborative Environments: You lead and contribute to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve desired or mediated outcomes.Creative Problem Solving: You are able to assess options and implications in new ways to achieve viable and reasonable outcomes.Drive For Results: You are able to determine what outcomes are important and maximize the use of resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organization, while maintaining accountability to each other and all stakeholders.Develop Self And Others: You have a commitment to ongoing learning and desire to invest in the development of the long-term capability of not only yourself but others as well.Salary$2,818.88 to $3,640.79 bi-weekly ($73,572 to $95,024 /year)NotesHours of Work: 36.25 hours per week, Monday to FridayPlease Note: In your application, please a include cover page detailing your interest in the position and role related experience. In your resume include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time or full-time. For example January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs. shifts/week).What We Offer:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service –
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) –
• Leadership and mentorship programs
• Professional learning and development
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreements
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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 atApplicants 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.Resources 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, and/or require a disability related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Jane McEwen, TAS Administrator via email at Jane.McEwen@gov.ab.ca.If this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to checkQuick Apply

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