Farm Water Supply Specialist

Government of Alberta; Alberta; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial government agency in Alberta is seeking a Farm Water Supply Specialist to provide technical support for constructing and maintaining farm water supplies. The candidate should possess a diploma in water, agriculture, or environmental sciences along with 6 years of relevant experience. This full-time, permanent role is based in Lethbridge and requires some travel within Alberta. Competitive salary ranges from $74,603 to $97,962 annually.

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience with water projects or related fields.
• A valid Driver’s License is required for travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice on water supply systems.
• Assess water management issues and develop sustainable solutions.
• Evaluate new technologies for water supplies.

Skills

Technical support

Knowledge of water supply systems

Communication skills

Project management

Education

2-year diploma in water, agriculture or environmental sciences

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Farm Water Supply Specialist
Location: Lethbridge
Hours of Work: 36.25 per week
Full or Part-Time: Full-time
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Closing Date: November 10, 2025
Classification: Technologies 6
Salary: $2,858.36 to $3,753.32 bi-weekly ($74,603 – $97,962/year)

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve. Diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation is responsible for policies, legislation, regulations, programs and services that enable Alberta’s agriculture and food sectors to flourish and contribute to Alberta’s economic recovery and growth. The ministry supports food safety, industry growth, diversification, investment, and rural development, including foundational programs like irrigation and agricultural societies that help create strong rural communities and resilient agriculture sectors. For more information about the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation please visit our website at: https://www.alberta.ca/agriculture-and-irrigation.aspx.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to agricultural producers and stakeholders in the southern region for constructing, protecting and maintaining farm water supplies (e.g., dugouts or water wells) for livestock watering and farm site development.
• Support the growth of a sustainable, competitive agriculture industry by addressing farm water issues including supplies, conservation, drought and variable climate impacts, water quality, treatment and protection.
• Work with a provincial team of specialists as part of the Farm Water Supply section on projects related to technology transfer, tool development and program development and delivery.
• Provide direct Farm Water Supply experience is valuable for fit with this position (if applicable).

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Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice regarding on-farm water supply system design, construction, management, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Assess on-farm water management (supply and quality) issues and develop long-term sustainable solutions.
• Offer advice and assistance to agricultural producers and multi-stakeholder partnerships in developing drought-proofing water sources.
• Provide support, assistance and technical expertise regarding environmental risk assessment and mitigation options for water-related activities.
• Evaluate new technologies and equipment for on-farm water supplies.
• Provide technical assessment of farm water management issues on topics such as dugouts, water wells, livestock watering, cyanobacteria, and water needs for small market gardens.

Qualifications

• A 2-year diploma in water, agriculture or environmental sciences is required.
• Plus six years of experience (groundwater or surface water projects, project management, technical assessments, agriculture incentive or education programs, or a related area).
• A valid Driver’s License is required for travel within Alberta.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of: 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

Preference: Practical knowledge and experience planning and developing constructed on-farm water supply systems (dugouts, water wells, spring developments) and knowledge of surface and groundwater systems in southern Alberta.

• Assets: Familiarity with Alberta’s agriculture industry, production systems, and related legislation, programs and policies affecting agricultural water supplies; strong verbal and written communication of technical information to producers.

Notes

• Office located in Lethbridge: Agriculture Centre, 5401-1 Ave S., Lethbridge, AB.
• Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week (permanent full time).
• Monday to Friday (8:15 am – 4:30 pm).
• Travel: Some travel up to 25% will be required.

How To Apply

Applicants should demonstrate how their education and experience meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience and relevant examples of required competencies. Applications are to be submitted online. See the GoA job application resources for more information.

It is recommended applicants with education from outside Canada obtain credential evaluations (IQAS or recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator) and include the assessment certificate as part of their application. See: https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx and the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. For accommodations or further information, contact Sam Thomas Mathew at [e-mail].