Section Manager, Monitoring and Management

Government of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 94,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government authority in Manitoba is seeking a Biologist 4 to manage wildlife resources and provide strategic guidance on ecological issues. The successful candidate will ensure effective wildlife management policies and foster collaboration with Indigenous communities and stakeholders. Strong leadership, analytical capabilities, and excellent communication skills are essential, with a focus on sustainable practices in resource stewardship. Join us in enhancing the stewardship of Manitoba's natural resources.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in natural resources, environmental management, or biological sciences.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities and resource user groups.
• Strong financial management and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a section coordinating commercial and recreational wildlife management.
• Manage programs related to wildlife allocations and population assessments.
• Provide strategic leadership and advice on sustainable wildlife management.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Education

Post-secondary education in natural resources management

Job description

BL4 Biologist 4

Regular/full-time

Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures

Wildlife, Resource Stewardship

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 44166

Salary(s): BL4 $94,038.00 - $123,005.00 per year

Closing Date: June 11, 2025

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

The Wildlife Branch of Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures is currently recruiting to fill the position of Section Manager.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must be physically able to undertake the duties of the position, including conducting field work in rough terrain and on water, during all seasons and under adverse weather conditions
• Must possess and maintain a valid full stage Manitoba Class 5 driver's licence (or equivalent)
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends and overtime as required
• Occasional overnight travel the province may be required
  
  

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Post-secondary education in natural resources management, environmental management, or biological sciences. An equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field may be accepted.
• Experience conducting engagement and consultation and maintaining effective cooperative working relationships with resource users, Indigenous communities, and user groups and industry.
• Excellent leadership and supervisory skills, including the ability to motivate staff and lead teams through complex and challenging projects.
• Strong financial management experience with responsibility for human and financial resources.
• Knowledge of wildlife, ecosystem management and co-management, including knowledge of acts and regulations pertaining to wildlife management and indigenous constitutional rights in Manitoba.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong written communication skills with demonstrated ability to write scientific reports and plain language documents for a variety of internal and external audiences.
• Strong verbal communication skills the ability to communicate technical information and give presentations to a wide variety of audiences.
• Excellent organization and time-management skills with the ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines and changing priorities.
• Sound analytical and problem solving skills.
  
  

Desired:

• Experience developing and/or reviewing wildlife management plans.
• Experience in training or mentoring scientific and technical personnel.
  
  

Duties:

This position is responsible for leading a section that coordinates commercial and recreational wildlife management across the province. The position manages programs related to commercial wildlife allocations and policy, licensed hunting seasons and allocations, population assessment and wildlife health. Furthermore, this position provides strategic professional leadership and senior-level advice to government on sustainable wildlife management issues.

Apply to:

Advertisement # 44166

Talent Acquisition - Executive Recruitment

Human Resource Services

608-330 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB , R3C 0C4

Phone: [phone]

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Email: [e-mail]

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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