Temporary Assistant Agricultural Fieldman

Starland County; Alberta; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Starland County is looking for a motivated individual to fill a temporary full-time position as Assistant Agricultural Fieldman. The role involves providing support in agricultural programs, supervising employees, and responding to inquiries related to agricultural acts and initiatives. Ideal candidates should have relevant education and experience, as well as a valid driver’s license. The role offers a competitive hourly wage and begins in September.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in a similar role.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License required.
• Comfortable operating tractors, ATV’s, UTV’s and implements.

Responsibilities

• Provides field and administrative support to the Agricultural Fieldman.
• Acts as Weed Inspector and responds to crop pest inquiries.
• Coordinates tasks and supervises seasonal Agricultural Service Board employees.

Skills

Proficient computer skills in Microsoft

Operating tractors

Transporting ATV’s

Identifying crop pests

Education

Post-secondary education in agriculture science

Agricultural and Industrial Pesticide Applicator Certificate

Job description

Temporary Assistant Agricultural Fieldman

Starland County is seeking a highly motivated professional to fill a temporary full-time maternity leave term (18 months) position for the role of Assistant Agricultural Fieldman.

The preferred qualifications for this position include post-secondary education in agriculture science, environmental science or related agricultural discipline. The preferred candidate will have a minimum of three years’ experience in a similar role. A valid Agricultural and Industrial Pesticide Applicator Certificate is required or must be obtained within the first month of employment. The applicant must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License. They should also be comfortable both operating and transporting tractors, ATV’s, UTV’s and implements. Proficient computer skills in Microsoft are essential.

The job duties will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provides general field and administrative support to the Agricultural Fieldman in managing legislated agricultural acts, programs, services, and other assigned duties required to operate the department.
• Administers the environmental component of the Agricultural Service Board program for the County by hosting workshops and events, providing support to residents and delivering environmental programs and initiatives
• Acts as Weed Inspector at large
• Responds to general inquiries, identifies crop pests, sprays pesticides and operates equipment
• Coordinates tasks and supervises other seasonal Agricultural Service Board employees

The successful applicant will be required to work a 35-to-37.5-hour work week, Monday to Friday. The employment will commence in September.

The wage range for this position is $30.00 – $38.00.

In accordance with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy, pre-employment drug and alcohol testing is required prior to commencing employment. A driver’s abstract is also required.

If this opportunity is of interest to you, please forward your cover letter and resume to the address below.

This opportunity will remain open until July 24, 2025, or until a suitable candidate is found.

Additional information about the job description or our municipality, please see ourwebsite at www.starlandcounty.com

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, onlythose selected for an interview will be contacted.