Agri-Environmental Specialist – AGR000939

Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists; North Battleford, Moose Jaw; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Ministère de l'Agriculture de la Saskatchewan recherche un Spécialiste en Agri-Environnement pour ses bureaux de Moose Jaw et North Battleford. Ce rôle implique de soutenir la durabilité à travers l'extension de pratiques agricoles responsables et de livrer des programmes en collaboration avec différents acteurs du secteur. Les candidats idéaux doivent avoir un diplôme en agriculture et une expérience en gestion de clients et de programmes.

Benefits

Package de bénéfices complet incluant pension

Congés et jours de congé earned

Arrangements de travail flexibles

Opportunités de coaching et de développement

Opportunités de développement de réseaux dans l'industrie

Qualifications

• Connaissances des tendances agricoles en Saskatchewan et au Canada.
• Compréhension des enjeux environnementaux impactant l'agriculture.
• Expérience en livraison de programmes et services aux clients.

Responsibilities

• Développer et livrer des événements de sensibilisation pour les clients.
• Aider les clients à résoudre des problèmes liés à l'environnement.
• Établir et maintenir des relations de travail efficaces avec les clients.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Client Service

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture

Job description

The Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture offers extension services and programming for farmers, ranchers and agri-businesses in the province of Saskatchewan. The Ministry supports the agriculture industry to manage risk and enable a globally competitive and sustainable agriculture and food sector.

The Regional Services Branch has a challenging opportunity in our Moose Jaw and North Battleford offices to be a leader in the delivery of extension services and agricultural programming as an Agri-Environmental Specialist. As part of a team, the Agri-Environmental Specialist will support sustainability through the extension of information on adoption of best management practices and delivery of Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) programming.

As an Agri-Environmental Specialist, you will develop and deliver extension events and provide in-depth knowledge to farmers, ranchers, agri-business, industry stakeholders, and Indigenous communities on best management practices to address agri-environmental issues and the availability of programming by:

• identifying client issues and providing insight to assist in the development of programming that supports the sustainability of client operations and the agricultural sector;
• assisting clients in addressing agri-environmental issues and providing support to solve production-related problems;
• building and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, colleagues and industry partners, based on mutual trust and respect; and
• effectively interpreting and communicating technical and program information related agricultural best management practices, research and available programming to a variety of audiences.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced professional agrologist who has knowledge of current agriculture trends and issues in Saskatchewan and Canada. The candidate will have understanding of relevant environmental issues currently impacting the agriculture industry, as well as technical knowledge of native range, tame forage and riparian management fundamentals. The ideal candidate is someone who is:

• a leader in the delivery of client services focused on environmental programming, adoption of best management practices, building public trust, and technology transfer;
• organized and able to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines;
• able to work independently but also as part of a highly dynamic team of specialists; and
• able to plan, coordinate and facilitate meetings, events, field days and demonstrations to share information with clients to create a greater understanding of issues currently impacting the industry.

Typically, the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be obtained through a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture combined with relevant leadership, program delivery and client service experience. Candidates must have the ability to be registered with the Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists as defined byThe Agrologists Act. A valid class 5 driver’s license is required.

What we offer:

• valuable, engaging and fulfilling work;
• a comprehensive benefits package including pension;
• vacation, earned days off, flexible work arrangements, and other supports to assist in maintaining healthy work/life balance;
• an inclusive and supportive and high-performing team culture;
• coaching and development opportunities; and
• industry network development opportunities.

The Ministry’s deep-rooted values of innovation, teamwork, integrity, service excellence, and leadership at all levels serve as the foundation to ensure results are achieved. The successful candidate must be a team player, able to both lead and collaborate, have a reputation for integrity, and have a focus on service excellence and innovation in their work.

We are committed to workplace diversity.

Closing Date: June 16, 2025