Lands Officer

Role Responsibilities

Are you passionate about sustainable land management and environmental stewardship? We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Provincial Land Administrator. As a key player in the management of provincial crown lands, you'll be responsible for making informed regulatory decisions, ensuring the highest and best use of these lands, and balancing economic development with conservation objectives.
 

Regulatory Decision-Making: As a Provincial Land Administrator, you will review applications for a variety of land uses, including industrial, commercial, utility, recreational, and more. Your decisions will be based on a comprehensive assessment of environmental factors, stakeholder feedback, and alignment with established policies.
 

Integrated Land Use Management: Evaluate provincial crown lands to determine the most sustainable and balanced use, considering industrial, commercial, tourism, and recreational activities. You'll be involved in examining proposed land exchanges, managing conflicts between different land uses, and contributing to the development of regional plans.
 

Disposition Lifecycle Management: Manage and administer dispositions throughout their lifecycle, from renewal and assignment to closure or cancellation. Your role involves reviewing existing dispositions, advising clients on proper procedures, and navigating complex scenarios such as expired dispositions.

Qualifications

Required:
 

The minimum recruitment for this role is a university degree in: Natural Science, Environmental Sciences or in a related field. Supplement by 4 years progressively responsible experience in a related field.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience may be considered based on:
 

1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
1 year of experience for 1 year education

Assets:
 

•    A strong understanding of provincial legislation, including the Public Lands Act, Parks Act, Forest Act, and associated regulations. Experience in making informed regulatory decisions and managing complex land use scenarios.
 

•    Educational Background: A degree in Environmental Sciences or equivalent, demonstrating a solid foundation in environmental management and related disciplines.
 

•    Strong interpersonal skills, particularly in mediation, negotiation, and conflict resolution. The ability to navigate and resolve disputes with diverse stakeholders, including industry clients, government agencies, and the public.
 

•    Demonstrated organizational skills to maintain efficiency in a fast-paced work environment, along with effective time management abilities to respond promptly to changing work demands.
 

•    Strong understanding of land management practices, including assessing impacts on wildlife, soil, timber, water, and indigenous use. Familiarity with reclamation standards and practices.
 

Notes

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours of work per week, Monday to Friday permanent in Peace River.

Working and Living in Peace River: 55th to 57th parallels retention allowance: Eligible employees (salary, temporary salary, contract of employment) who work and reside in locations between the 55th and 57th parallels (excluding those eligible for the Fort McMurray Allowance) shall be paid an annual retention bonus of $6,000.00, less all lawful deductions.
 

Relocation Allowances: May be considered for those that will relocate to Peace River for this position.
 

In your resume include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Please also indicate if your work was full-time, part-time, or contract.

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees:

•    Working for the Alberta Public Service – https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
•    Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) – https://www.pspp.ca
•    Alberta Public Service Benefit Information –  https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits 
•    Leadership and mentorship programs
•    Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-human-resource-directives
•    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
•    Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca