Natural Resource Area Forester - Alberta

Government of Alberta

📍 edson, ab, Canada

Full-time Other

Job Description

Become an Area Forester in Alberta with the responsibility of promoting sustainable forest practices in Edson or Hinton. This full-time role emphasizes collaboration and stakeholder engagement.

As part of the role, you will monitor forestry activities and develop management plans that align with provincial legislation. Represent the region in policy discussions while handling audits and conflict resolution between interest groups. Flexibility in work hours is required, especially for wildfire tasks.

Key Responsibilities:
• Monitor compliance with Forest Management Plans and guidelines
• Foster communication with the public and First Nations
• Mediate local issues among various stakeholders
• Conduct operational audits on timber harvesting
• Participate in policy and regulation development for forestry

Requirements:
• Degree in Forestry, Natural Resources, or similar
• Minimum of four years' experience in r...
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