About Us
We support Albertans in being proud stewards of air, land, water, and biodiversity by leading the work required for the desired environmental outcomes and sustainable development of natural resources. For more information about the Ministry of Environment and Parks, please visit our website at: http://aep.alberta.ca/
Role
Reporting to the Approvals Manager, you will be responsible for providing leadership and direction to various direct reports (comprising of professionals; technical specialists; technologist) in administering the approvals, licenses, permits, disposition management and monitoring programs for all activities designated under the Public Lands Act and Forest Act. Within the legislative framework as Lands Approval Team Lead you are responsible for implementing Provincial and Regional policies, procedures, directives and/or guidelines, representing the Department in defense of actions and decisions made within the program. You will be implementing procedures developed by the management team to ensure the integration of forest, water, range, land, environmental practices and program approvals are delivered in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner.
Qualifications
University graduation in a related field (Environmental Science, Forestry or other Natural Resource Program is preferred) and a minimum of six (6) years related experience with the principles and practices of integrated land management or a diploma in a related field and a minimum of eight (8) years of experience with the principles and practices of integrated land management. A working knowledge of the interpretation of Land Management policy, legislation and administration is also required. Experience leading or supervising is an asset.
Competencies
Competencies are behaviours that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process. The links below will assist you with understanding competencies: http://www.chr.alberta.ca/APSCompetencies http://www.chr.alberta.ca/learning/apscompetencies/apscomp-self-assessment-questionnaire.pdf
ABOUT YOUR COMPETENCIES:
– CREATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING to come up with solutions to solve complex problems while balancing the development, conservation, and use of resources.
– DRIVE FOR RESULTS to strive to exceed expectations and maximize resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the Department while maintaining accountability to both internal and external stakeholders.
– DEVELOP NETWORKS in order to maintain close relations with all stakeholders, actively incorporate the needs of the broader group, and ensure overall client satisfaction.
– BUILD COLLABORATIVE ENVIRONMENTS to ensure a collaborative approach is taken within your work to facilitate open communication and leverage team skills to achieve desired outcomes.
Salary
$2,963.75 to $3,904.80 bi-weekly ($77,353 to $101,915 per annum)
How to Apply
Online applications are preferred. Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience and relevant examples of required competencies.
Note: As only one file can be uploaded, please ensure your cover letter; resume and any other related documents are submitted in one file. Please ensure that this document is saved using the naming convention of your last then first name (Smith, Joe_Resume). Applicants who apply online will be able to track the status of this competition.
If you are unable to apply online, please submit your cover letter and resume, quoting the Job ID, to: Asma Iram, Environment and Parks, Human Resources, 4th Floor, Petroleum Plaza, South Tower, 9915-108 Street, Edmonton, AB, T5K 2G8. Fax: (780) 427-2513.