kandidatu Canada

Forest Area Manager

Government of Alberta · Forestry and Parks

This job in plain words

This permanent full-time job is in Fort McMurray. The manager oversees wildfire management, forest health and forest management programs in a designated Forest Area and reports to the Executive Director of Forest Operations Branch. The job includes budget work, strategic projects and a bonus for staff located in Fort McMurray and north of the 57th parallel.

Open to the public

Can you apply?

This is an open competition, so anyone who meets the minimum requirements can apply. The posting does not state citizenship or work permit rules.

Education
College diploma · Minimum is a diploma in Forestry or a related field, plus ten years of experience. Alternatively, a university degree in a related field plus six years of experience is accepted. Related experience or education may count as an equivalent on a one-for-one basis.
Experience
Six or ten years of progressive experience, depending on the education path. Experience in natural resource and wildfire management is an asset.
Job type
Full-time, permanent. 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Evening and weekend work may be required.

What they ask for:

  • University degree in a related field plus six years of progressive experience, or
  • Diploma in Forestry or a related field plus ten years of natural resource and wildfire experience
  • Knowledge of wildfire, forest management and forest health programs and rules
  • Understanding of wildfire suppression methods and prevention principles
  • Understanding of budgeting and expenditure control
  • Strong leadership and collaboration skills

What you would do

  • Set priorities to protect people, communities, watersheds and infrastructure from wildfire
  • Direct wildfire prevention, detection, pre-suppression and suppression activities
  • Ensure responsible and sustainable timber harvest and forest management on public lands
  • Manage the Area's forest health program and budget
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and other government executives on shared services

How to apply

You must apply online through the official Alberta Public Service posting. Your resume should show clear dates, including months and years, for your education and work experience.

Good to know:

  • Travel within the region is regular, and travel across the province happens sometimes. Helicopter travel is part of the job.
  • The job may require working away from home for up to 24 days in emergencies.
  • A criminal records check is required for final candidates. Candidates may also be asked to complete a written assignment.
  • Relocation assistance may be offered to eligible candidates.

We wrote this summary automatically from the official posting. Only the posting on the Government of Alberta career site counts: read it before you apply.

Similar jobs

  • Justice of the Peace

    Government of Alberta · Justice
    Full-time: $175,588 per year (effective December 2024). Part-time and ad hoc: per diem of $1,109 (effective December 2024), plus shift differential rates.
    Open to the public No closing date stated

  • Manager, Pension and Pool Reporting

    Government of Alberta · Treasury Board & Finance
    $3,920.66 to $5,276.07 bi-weekly ($102,329 to $137,705 per year). Bachelor's degree
    Open to the public Closes in 12 days

  • Assessing Specialist

    Government of Alberta · Advanced Education
    $32.64 to $42.48 per hour, plus 11.6% in lieu of paid holidays and vacation. College diploma
    Open to the public Closes in 5 days

  • Environmental Educator

    Government of Alberta · Environment and Protected Areas
    $21.91 to $27.73 per hour High school diploma
    Open to the public Closes in 5 days

  • Event Services Project Lead

    Government of Alberta · Arts, Culture and Status of Women and Public Service Commission
    $2,935.39 to $3,850.29 bi-weekly ($76,613 to $100,492 per year) Bachelor's degree
    Open to the public Closes in 13 days