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Natural Resources/FireSmart Coordinator
Job Posting No. 2024.14
With recreation at our doorstep, affordable living and big city amenities all in a small, friendly town, consider Fort Nelson to spend less time commuting, less money on housing, and more time living.
If a competitive annual salary range of $83,715 to $110,151 and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental, 4-weeks vacation and a travel grant sound interesting, then we would like to hear from you!
Reporting to the Director of Regional Development & Planning, the Natural Resources/FireSmart Coordinator (NRFC) works broadly in the coordination of projects and initiatives that encompass land and natural resource management, wildfire prevention and mitigation, and emergency management. They also may work on projects with natural resource management drivers that touch on community development, natural resources research, policy analyses, and development. This position bridges natural resource management and wildfire prevention/ mitigation disciplines to advance Municipal priorities and the operational delivery of outcomes by engaging directly with Indigenous communities, residents, and stakeholders. The Natural Resources/FireSmart Coordinator will support multiple special projects by leading technical analysis and options development, process facilitation, and stakeholder engagement. With changing and emerging local government priorities, this position is an integral part of the emerging, leading edge, and strategically important initiatives of the organization.
The position requires the demonstration of significant initiative, capacity, and operating efficiency in establishing and meeting operational objectives and standards, monitoring and identifying needs for new projects, and modifications to existing ones, research and development to support such projects, and project management.
Qualifications include post-secondary education with an emphasis on Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Emergency Management or related discipline along with at least 2-3 years of experience in forestry, local government, natural resource management, emergency management or a related field. Additional qualifications include excellent verbal and written communication skills; well-developed interpersonal skills; ability to deal tactfully and diplomatically with a diverse group of partners and stakeholders with an aim to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships. Proficiency in computers/applications (Microsoft Office) including Word, Excel, and other Municipal systems is essential.
Employment is dependent on a successful Police Information Check.
A complete job description is attached to the posting file online at www.NorthernRockies.ca/Careers. We thank all applicants for their interest, and we will notify all candidates of receipt of applications.
This opportunity will remain open until filled.
Please e-mail your cover letter, resume, and three references to:
Erin La Vale, CPHR
Deputy CAO/Director of Human Resources
NORTHERN ROCKIES REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY
Bag Service 399 | Fort Nelson, BC | V0C 1R0
Email: [email protected]
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Job Description
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Job Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
Rate: $83,715.00 to $110,151.00 Year
