Wildfire Technologist

Government of Alberta; Calling Lake; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of Alberta seeks a Wildfire Technologist to join the High Level Forest Area. You will support Pre-Suppression, Suppression and Mitigation programs and supervise wildfire staff in dynamic field environments.

You will report to a Wildfire Operations or Prevention Officer and bring several years of experience in emergency wildfire management, leadership, and a solid understanding of safety policies. This permanent, full-time role requires travel within the Forest Area.

Qualifications

• Two-year diploma in wildfire operations or related field is required.
• Four years of related experience in wildfire operations, prevention and mitigation are preferred.
• Experience with Incident Command and field coordination is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach and develop direct reports in wildfire operations.
• Lead and manage priorities to support prevention, suppression and mitigation programs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and participate in Incident Command Teams and task forces.

Skills

Wildfire operations

Leadership / supervision

Project management

Adaptability

Education

Two-year diploma in wildfire operations or related field

Tools

Incident Command System (ICS)

MS Office (Outlook, Word, TEAMS, Excel)

Job description

Job Information

Job Title: Wildfire Technologist

Job Requisition ID: 87066

Ministry: Forestry and Parks

Location: High Level, AB

Full or Part-Time: Full time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent

Scope: Open

Closing Date: September 9, 2026

Classification: Natural Resource 7

Salary: $2,849.04 to $3,665.34 biweekly (74,359 - 95,656/ year)

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. For more information, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/about-the-alberta-public-service

The Ministry of Forestry and Parks invest in the environmentally responsible growth of Alberta's wood products and forestry sector. We are committed to protecting Alberta's forests from wildfires and preserving our provincial parks for the recreation and enjoyment of Albertans. For more information on the Ministry of Forestry and Parks, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/forestry-and-parks.aspx

Alberta Wildfire inspires public confidence in wildfire and forest management, sustaining operations and preventative practices, and leading collaboration that enables safe and resilient communities. For more information, visit: https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-wildfire

Role Responsibilities

Are you an expert in wildfire operations, prevention and mitigation? Elevate your career by joining the High-Level Forest Area team as a Wildfire Technologist.

This is an exclusive opportunity to be a part of a team, committed to supporting positive change, ensuring community safety, and conserving the unique natural resources within the Forest Area.

Reporting to either the Wildfire Operations Officer or Wildfire Prevention Officer, the wildfire technologist supports delivery of the Pre-Suppression, Suppression and Mitigation programs within the High-Level Forest Area. As a valued member of the team, your education, years of experience working in emergency wildfire management and proven track record in leading and supervising set you apart from other candidates.

Working In The Role, Daily You Will

• Supervise, coach and invest in long-term capability and training of direct reports.
• Apply well developed project management and communication skills to ensure direct reports focus on priorities, execute objectives and achieve the goals of the Area and the Department.
• Lead by example, promoting a culture of accountability, excellence, respect and integrity.
• Build collaborative work relationships within the team, Area, clients and stakeholders.
• Anticipate and readily adapt to changing priorities, remain calm and composed under pressure, and encourage peers and direct reports to remain optimistic and persevere to find solutions.
• Apply critical and creative thinking skills while assessing risks and identifying and applying solutions (that may require supervisor approval).
• Actively promote a safety culture, following and adhering to safety legislation, SOP’s and business rules, ensuring activities align with the Departments safety program.
• Fill rostered positions in a variety of certified and uncertified positions which will include Duty Officer, Response Officer, and Wildfire Assessor rostered positions.
• Work in the field as an Incident Commander on wildfires and gain experience supporting your career development while serving the Department on exports/deployments.
• Participate in Incident Command Teams, Provincial Working Groups, task forces, and committees as assigned and lead/train wildfire personnel locally and in Hinton as assigned.
• Support delivery of forest management and forest health programs.
• Oversee administration of assigned program funding within budget and policy.
• Maintain a level of fitness required for various qualified Fireline and rostered positions.

A good working knowledge of wildfire, forest and land management legislation, wildfire SOP’s and business rules, Incident Command (ICS), financial procurement processes, 1GX, the Master Agreement, AWARE, Dispatch, FIRES, Field Maps, and various Microsoft Applications including Outlook, Word, TEAMS, Excel is an asset.

A good working knowledge of wildfire management processes and practices, and several years of specialized wildfire training, and experience, coupled with a strong understanding of wildfire safety policy and procedure round out your strengths.

The Job Description is provided for Further details on this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

About Your Competencies

• Systems Thinking: Considers the changing environment, recognizing the work impacting a vast network of stakeholders.
• Creative Problem Solving: Anticipates, assess, and readily adapts to changing priorities, maintain resilience in times of uncertainty and effectively work in a changing environment
• Build Collaborative Environments: Takes a collaborative approach with your work to foster open communication and leverage team skills
• Develop Self and Others: Aims to learn from experiences, shift, and keep current with our skills and knowledge to remain competitive. Understands the strengths and development needs of direct reports. Actively coaches and mentors relative to day-to-day work.
• Agility: Identifies alternative approaches in uncertain, complex situations, supporting others in determining and assessing strategy
• Drive for Results: Holds self and others responsible for achieving results and agreed upon targets. Identifies ways to exceed performance expectations. Including developing proposals with options for consideration and approval.

Qualifications

The minimum requirements are a two-year-related diploma plus four (4) years of related experience in wildfire operations, prevention and mitigation.

Directly related experience and or education may be considered on a one-for-one basis.

Additional Requirements

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• Meet Department fitness standards for rostered positions and fireline certifications
• Eligibility for registration with the Association of Alberta Forest Management Professionals

Asset

• Well-developed supervision and project management skills and experience is considered an asset.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Notes

Wildfire Technologist is a permanent, full-time role with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday. The incumbent may be requested to work overtime, including evening and weekends due to the emergency nature of wildfires.

The ability to travel within the Forest Area, throughout the province and other countries is required

Candidates may be asked to complete a written assignment as a part of the interview process.

Links And Information On What We Have To Offer

• Working for the Alberta Public Service
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information
• Professional learning and development
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.

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. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Rashi Vaktania at [e-mail] .