Environmental Protection Officer - Wetlands Specialist
Government of Alberta · Environment and Protected Areas
This job in plain words
This permanent full-time job in Edmonton is with Alberta Environment and Protected Areas. The officer reviews wetland applications and advises on wetland policy, non-compliance and unauthorized work under the Water Act.
Can you apply?
This is an open competition, so anyone who meets the requirements can apply. Final candidates must pass a criminal records check.
- Education
- College diploma · Two-year technical diploma in a related field. A bachelor's degree is preferred. Equivalent experience or education may be considered.
- Experience
- Seven years of related experience in wetland and water management.
- Job type
- Full-time, permanent, 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday
What they ask for:
- Two-year technical diploma in environmental science, engineering, hydrology or ecology
- Seven years of related experience in wetland and water management
- Experience assessing wetland disturbances, drainage works, flooding and erosion
- Experience supporting remedial investigations and regulatory enforcement actions
- Knowledge of environmental legislation and regulations
- Experience as an aquatic environmental professional
What you would do
- Review wetland application submissions and provide technical advice
- Assess authorized and unauthorized works that alter the natural environment
- Advise on compliance tools to promote compliance with wetland policy
- Support wetland policy implementation and the provincial wetland program
- Support enforcement orders, inspections and remedial investigations
- Prepare field notes, photos, reports and documents
How to apply
Apply online through the official job posting. Include a cover page about your interest and related experience, and a resume with months and years for your education and work.
Good to know:
- Travel within Alberta and across the province is required
- Candidates may be asked to complete a written assignment during the interview process
- Three work-related references are required for candidates selected for an interview
- This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same or lower level
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.
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