Environmental Program Manager

Government of Canada - Western; Lethbridge; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government environmental agency in Lethbridge seeks applicants for a role focused on program administration in environmental science. This position involves conducting research, managing budgets for environmental programs, and developing scientific initiatives. Candidates should have a relevant college diploma and strong communication abilities. The job offers benefits like health care and paid learning opportunities, along with flexible working conditions that may include both remote and in-person duties.

Benefits

Health care plan

Learning/training paid by employer

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Team building opportunities

Wellness program

Qualifications

• College diploma related to environmental science or natural resources.
• Experience in environmental science projects is an asset.
• Basic security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Administer programs related to scientific fields.
• Conduct research and develop scientific programs.
• Monitor budgets allocated to environmental programs.

Skills

Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Project planning

Groundwater protection and management

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Ability to multitask

Team player

Education

College diploma (1-2 years)

Environmental science

Natural resources management

Tools

Computer

Internet access

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Environmental science
• Natural resources management and policy, other
• Data modelling/warehousing and database administration
• Geology/Earth science, general
• Hydrology and water resources science
• Geographic information science and cartography
• Project management

Experience

Experience an asset

Work arrangement

Work must be completed both in person and remotely.

Green job

Green jobs contribute to environmental preservation, conservation, and restoration. Learn more about green jobs. This information was provided by the employer; it was not verified by Job Bank. The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.

Work setting

• Work in employer\'s/client\'s home
• Non-governmental organization
• Environmental and conservation society
• Field work - wet sites

Responsibilities

• Administer programs related to scientific fields
• Conduct research
• Develop programs related to scientific fields
• Monitor budgets allocated to environmental programs
• Prepare research papers, educational texts or articles
• Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia
• Project management
• Participate in fundraising activities
• Supervise and co-ordinate field survey activities
• Liaise with community agencies or partners, and identify additional or alternative services and provide referrals
• Liaise with staff on data requirements, collection and availability

Area of work experience

• Project planning
• Groundwater protection and management

Specialization or experience

• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Area of specialization

• Water resources

Scientific specialization

• Natural and applied sciences
• Natural resources
• Ecology
• Climate change
• Environment

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Fast-paced environment

Tools and equipment

• Computer
• Internet access

Personal suitability

• Ability to multitask
• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Team player
• Collaborative

Benefits

• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Mileage paid

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Variable or compressed work week
• Wellness program