Patrolperson
Job Summary
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometers of Sachs Harbour.
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 Sachs Harbour, this position reports to the Renewable Resource Officer III in Inuvik.
The Patrolperson is responsible for the delivery of Departmental wildlife, environment and where applicable, Forestry and Fire Suppression programs and services at the Area level. This includes assisting with resource development and Conservation Education programs; assisting with wildlife management activities; assisting with environmental monitoring, protection and integration initiatives; supervision of casual personnel and management of fixed assets.
The incumbent must work closely with the resource harvesting community to successfully implement goals and objectives of the Department. The resource harvesting community includes individuals, the Hunters and Trappers Committee, Renewable Resource Councils, Commercial Enterprises and Municipalities - many of who have opposing views on resource use. The incumbent must think creatively and provide leadership in establishing these relationships.
The incumbent must monitor delivered programs and services to demonstrate to the Renewable Resource Officer III, that goals and objectives of the Area are being met. The challenge for the incumbent will be to ensure proper planning, program implementation and communication has occurred so there is no question of on-going support from community wildlife organizations, and individual resource harvesters.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
Basic renewable resource management philosophy and techniques. The incumbent should possess a grade 10 education and 5 or more years of experience in harvesting techniques and
practices in the Area. Fluency in English is necessary. Living and working on the land in isolated conditions with experienced persons provides training and experience necessary for living and
traveling in all seasonal conditions.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
A Firearm License and a valid Driver's License are required.
Departmental firearm qualification is required within one month of employment.
Opportunities to practice and become proficient will be provided on the job.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644
Fax (867) 678-6620
jobsinuvik@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Part-time position
This Job opening is for a Part-time position 20 hours of work per week.
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal records check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration.
Driver's License Requirement
A mandatory requirement for this position is a valid Class 5 Driver's License.
Bona Fide Requirement
A mandatory requirement for this position is a Firearms Possession/Acquisition 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
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 27931
Closing Date: June 19, 2026- 23:59, Mountain Standard Time
Salary Information
The salary for this position starts at $39.79 per hour plus an annual Northern Allowance