MINJobs posting: Rural Conservation Advisor
January 31, 2025
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Rural Conservation Advisor

Organization:
Foothills County
Region:
Alberta
Application deadline:
February 18, 2025
Type:
Full Time
Category:
Public works & operations
Description
Rural Conservation Advisor

Permanent, Full-Time

Location: Aldersyde, AB

Foothills County encompasses a diverse rural landscape covering 3,600 square kilometers located in the foothills of southern Alberta.  We are currently seeking a Rural Conservation Advisor to join our team. 

Reporting to the Manager of Agricultural Services, the Rural Conservation Advisor is responsible for developing agricultural and environmental monitoring, education, and extension programming for the residents of the County as well as administration of Agricultural Service Board policies.

Requirements

To be successful in this position you will need:

  • Agricultural or Environmental post-secondary education and/or Diploma from a related post-secondary program.
  • Five (5) years’ experience working in an environmental or agricultural stream of employment.
  • Pesticide Applicator Certification.
  • Knowledgeable with the Agricultural Service Board Act, Weed Control Act, Alberta Pest Control Act and the Soil Conservation Act.
  • Valid Class 5 Driver’s license.

To view a full copy of this Job Description please visit www.foothillscountyab.ca and click on Careers.

Qualified candidates are invited to forward their cover letter and resume to:              

Human Resources

Foothills County

Box 5605, 309 Macleod Trail

High River, Alberta T1V 1M7        

Email:  opportunities@foothillscountyab.ca       

This competition closes on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 4:00 pm.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those applicants to be interviewed will be contacted.

Salary & Benefits

Foothills County offers a competitive salary, a defined benefit pension plan and group insurance benefits.