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Crop Assurance Specialist

Government of Alberta · Agriculture and Irrigation

This job in plain words

This permanent full-time job supports crop health and assurance in Alberta's Peace Region, based in Grande Prairie or Fairview. The role works with regulatory partners on programs, policies and legislation for Alberta's agriculture sector.

Open to the public

Can you apply?

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

Education
Bachelor's degree · University degree in science, agriculture, biology or a related field. A related master's degree can replace part of the experience on a one-for-one basis.
Experience
Three years in government program policy planning and delivery, or related.
Job type
Full-time, permanent, 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with some evening and weekend work.

What they ask for:

  • University degree in science, agriculture, biology or a related field.
  • Three years of experience in government program policy planning and delivery, or related.
  • Eligible to become a Professional Agrologist or Professional Biologist.
  • Experience with the Canadian Western Cropping Systems.
  • Valid driver's licence.

What you would do

  • Conduct interdisciplinary regulatory and policy research.
  • Engage stakeholders and recommend changes to crop legislation and policies.
  • Track crop and bee health initiatives.
  • Create and present concepts for crop health assurance strategies.
  • Develop presentations, reports, articles and fact sheets.
  • Provide professional advisory services in crop health.

How to apply

Apply online through the official posting. Include a resume with dates for all education and work, and a cover letter explaining how your background fits the role.

Good to know:

  • A retention allowance of $6,000 per year may apply to employees who live and work between the 55th and 57th parallels.
  • Final candidates may need to complete a written writing test and a security clearance.
  • Candidates pay their own costs for required checks and interview travel.
  • This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta 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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