Logistics Coordinator - Jobs in Whitecourt, AB

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Job InformationJob Requisition ID: 30627Ministry: Agriculture, Forestry, and Rural Economic DevelopmentLocation: WhitecourtFull or Part-Time: Full TimeHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekRegular/Temporary: OngoingScope: Open CompetitionClosing Date: October 11, 2022Classification: Subsidiary 01B 3625 Administrative Support 5About UsFor more information about the Wildfire Management Branch:RoleWe are looking for a dedicated administrative professional with experience and a passion for logistics to join our team!Reporting to the Wildfire Technologist, the Logistics Coordinator’s primary role is to manage the logistics function by providing technical assistance to the Forest Area Duty Officer and directing the seasonal logistic support staff.This position of high obligation requires critical decision-making skills, the ability to work effectively under pressure, and communication between management levels and internal and external resources. Through exceptional organizational skills, the Logistics Coordinator efficiently coordinates, processes and tracks requests for equipment, services and workforce as directed by the Duty Officer on time. The Logistics Coordinator provides supporting documents to the Alberta Wildfire Coordinating Centre (AWCC) to import and export resources to and from other provinces. Maintains an in depth knowledge of wildfire Standard Operating Procedures and Business Rules, and related contracts. The Coordinator assists in the recruiting, supervising, training and auditing of the seasonal logistic support staff within the Forest Area. This position audits appropriate wildfire logistics decision systems and invoices of resources hired before submitting them to administration for processing payment.This position will also have the opportunity to cross-train and cover dispatcher duties during the off-season. The Coordinator will also assist the local warehouse in the off-season to aid with administrative workload and other requirements at the local area warehouse as requested.QualificationsThe minimum requirements for this role are a high school diploma supplemented by three (3) years of related experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook is required.The incumbent will be required to take and pass a Logistics Course, Wildfire Dispatch Course, Basic Aircraft Management, ICS 100 and ICS 200.Additional requirements:

• A valid Class 5 Drivers License
• Ability to pass the required physical fitness test
• Availability for export in a logistics role, for a period averaging 14 to 18 days, to another forest area or wildfire incident
• Provide current driver’s abstract upon hiring
• Provide a valid defensive driving certificate upon hiring
• Provide current Standard First Aid with CPR certificate

Assets include:

• Proficiency in applicable decision support systems, including Fire Information Resource System (FIRES), Equipment, Aviation & Fuel Resource Management, Dispatch Program, CAS Program, and IMIS
• Supervisory experience or experience with leading, coaching and mentoring staff
• Possession of Aeronautical Radio Operators Certificate, Defensive Driving, WHIMIS, TDG Air and Ground and Standard First Aid

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:About Your Competencies

• Build Collaborative Environments: Takes a collaborative approach with your work to foster open communication and leverage team skills;
• Agility: identifies alternative approaches in uncertain, complex situations, supporting others in determining and assessing strategy;
• Develop Self and Others: Aims to learn from experiences, shift, and keep current with our skills and knowledge to remain competitive.

Salary$1,861.71 to $2,279.37 bi-weekly ($48,590 - $59,491 / year)NotesThis position is a permanent, full-time role with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday. However, during times of high fire hazard, longer hours and weekends may require to be worked. The logistics coordinator may be required to assist other forest areas or work on large incidents up to 18 days at a time.The incumbent may be required to:

• Take and pass a Logistics Course, Wildfire Dispatch Course, Basic Aircraft Management, ICS 100 and ICS 200
• Produce proof of a valid Class 5 Drivers License
• Pass the required physical fitness test and availability for export in a logistics role

What We Offer

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• 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 Karen Jackson at Karen.Jackman@gov.ab.ca.If this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to checkQuick Apply

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