Renewable Resource Officer II
Job Summary
Department Information
The mandate of the Department of Environment and Climate Change is to manage land, water, air, wildlife, and forests. This includes promoting, planning, and supporting the wise and sustainable use of natural resources, and protecting, restoring, and stewarding the environment for the social and economic benefit of all Northwest Territories residents.
Job Information
Located in Norman Wells and reporting to the Renewable Resource Officer III (RRO III), the Renewable Resource Officer II is responsible for implementing strategies for effective
promotion, administration and enforcement of departmental program delivery through an assigned district area. This includes delivery of resource development programs, undertaking
wildlife management and enforcement activities, environmental monitoring, protection and integration initiatives, forest harvesting and fire management projects, and the associated
supervision of seasonal and casual personnel and management of fixed assets.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Technical writing skills (English) and a high level of verbal skills (English) are necessary to communicate departmental positions on resource management issues and regulatory
matters to stakeholders (e.g., harvesters and community- based resource organizations) and other agencies and to fulfill departmental requirements (e.g., enforcement reports,
proposals). - Ability to speak and write in an applicable aboriginal language are considered assets.
- Management experience and skills to plan, organize and coordinate multiple and divergent activities with other government and non-government organizations within the region.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
- Graduation from a recognized 2-year College Diploma program (i.e., Renewable Resource Management Technology) or similar advanced vocational program, combined with a minimum
one (1) year of experience in the renewable resource sector with related resource management and administration experience. - Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Living and working on the land in isolated conditions with experienced people to provide training and experience necessary for living and traveling in all seasons and conditions.
- A Firearms Acquisition Certificate and a valid driver's license are also required.
- A bona fide requirement of the job is passing the annual work simulation fitness standard.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Sahtu HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
2 MCKENZIE DRIVE
BOX 360
NORMAN WELLS NT X0E 0V0
Tel (867) 587-7150
Fax (867) 587-2173
jobssahtu@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Physical Fitness Requirements
Bona Fide requirement of position is the ability to pass an annual work fitness simulation.
Driver's License Requirement
A mandatory requirement for this position is a valid Class 5 Driver's License.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 27715 Closing Date: May 6, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time.
Salary Information
The salary for this position starts at $49.68 per hour (approximately $96,876.00 per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $20,878.00.
Application Assistance
Application Assistance
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