Wildfire Training Officer (Forestry Technician 4)

Nova Scotia; Shubenacadie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization in Shubenacadie is searching for a Wildfire Training Officer to lead wildfire training efforts across the province. This role includes creating training programs, coordinating with national committees, and acting as a provincial fire duty officer. Candidates should possess a Technical Diploma in Forestry and significant experience in related roles. The position offers competitive bi-weekly salary and extensive opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vacation Programs

Career development resources

Qualifications

• Completed a recognized Technical Diploma in Forestry.
• Six years of related experience or equivalent combination.
• Strong self-initiative and motivation to improve training initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for wildfire training administration.
• Chairing the provincial wildfire training committee.
• Acting as a provincial fire duty officer during fire season.

Skills

Public speaking

Networking

Analytical skills

Decision making

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Technical Diploma Program in Forestry

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Windows

Job description

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Wildfire Training Officer (Forestry Technician 4)

Competition # : 47325

Department: Natural Resources

Location: SHUBENACADIE

Type of Employment: Term

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: 16-Nov-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

Nova Scotia is rich in natural resources – including biodiversity, forests, provincial parks and the land we manage. The Department of Lands and Forestry is responsible for the development, management, conservation and protection of forest, parks and wildlife resources and the administration of the province's Crown land. Together we are working with Nova Scotians to build a better future through sustainable natural resource management as we all benefit from the natural health and wealth of the province.

About Our Opportunity

As the Wildfire Training Officer, you will be responsible for all aspects of wildfire training administration including creating, coordinating and delivering new and/or existing wildfire training across the province. You will determine the provincial wildfire training needs and will develop and implement a yearly work plan to address these needs. You will accomplish this in part by staying current with changes in the wildfire training community, chairing the provincial wildfire training committee, being an active member of the national and international training committees and annually assessing the training needs of the clients.

Additionally, as part of the wildfire management team, you will act as one of the provincial fire duty officers. This includes scheduled duty shifts throughout the fire season and involves setting aircraft alerts, dispatching detection and suppression aircraft, fire equipment, fire personnel and ensuring performance of daily fire control duties (including the calculation and dissemination of provincial fire danger ratings to the appropriate agencies).

This position will report to the Manager of Forest Protection.

Qualifications and Experience

As the successful candidate, you have completed a department recognized Technical Diploma Program in Forestry and have six (6) years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Previous wildfire, training (e.g. coordination/facilitation of training programs) and public speaking experience is required.

You must be highly motivated with strong self-initiative to continually monitor, improve and develop new training initiatives and stay at the forefront of new wildfire training opportunities.

In this role, you will maintain an extensive network and build positive working relationships with numerous government and non-government stakeholders (provincially, nationally and internationally). As such, exceptional interpersonal, communication (written and verbal) and consulting skills are required as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Excellent analytical, problem solving, decision making, organizational and time management skills are required. You have demonstrated computer skills (using Windows, Microsoft Suite and related wildfire programs) and the ability to operate department radios.

In addition, you have knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and a valid driver’s license (minimum Class 5).

The following are considered assets:

• Current standard First Aid and CPR certification

We will assess the above qualifications using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan , Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

Additional Information

This role requires extensive travel throughout the province (by vehicle or aircraft), nationally and internationally.

This is a one year term position based in Shubenacadie with a projected end date of Jan 8, 2027.

What We Offer

• Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
• Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
• Countless career paths

Pay Grade: TE 27

Salary Range: $2,683.02- $3,116.30 Bi-Weekly

Employment Equity Statement:

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Womenin occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.

Accommodation Statement:

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act.If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail].

This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:

External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to [e-mail].