Reclamation Approvals Coordinator - Edmonton, Canada - Government of Alberta

Government of Alberta

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Information:

Job Requisition ID: 37042

Ministry:
Environment and Protected Areas

Location:
Spruce Grove or Edmonton

Full or Part-Time:
Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Regular/Temporary:
Temporary (12 months)

Scope:
Open Competition

Closing Date:
January 16, 2023

Classification:
Subsidiary 02B 3625 Program Services 4

About Us:

We support Albertans in being proud stewards of air, land, water, and biodiversity by leading the work required to support environmental outcomes, outdoor recreation and sustainable development of natural resources.

Role:

As the Reclamation Approvals Coordinator, you will be responsible for the technical review and preparation of approvals and registration to assess and confirm the environmental impact of resource extraction operation and reclamation within the district.

This position reviews summary reports on monitoring data required by authorizations and reviews 5-year activity reports and updated Activity Plans required by registrations issued under the Code to ensure that approval/Code conditions are being met and that the operation of the facility is being carried out in a manner consistent with industry practices.

The position also represents the district and department at public hearings and appeals and on internal committees and provides information and advice to assist and expedite authorization processes and abatement activities.

The work is performed within the terms of reference provided by EPEA and associated regulations as well as provincial and nationals standards and guidelines for the protection of the environment.

As Reclamation Approvals Coordinator you will:

Support continuous improvement initiatives for abatement issues (i.e. activities/actions in situations where problems have occurred or are occurring and where enforcement action is not considered appropriate).
Represent regional interests and issues through participation on internal and external review teams/committees, and provides technical expertise and input to public hearing and appeal processes.
Participate in the development and maintenance of regional and departmental policies, standards, and guidelines as they relate to conservation and reclamation issues.

All of this work is performed under the provisions of the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act and associated regulations, Codes of Practice and provincial and national standards/guidelines for the protection of the environment.

Qualifications:

University degree in Science, with an environmental focus, supplemented by a minimum of four years directly related experience with conservation and reclamation assessments.

A valid Class 5 driver's license with a clean record is also required.

Working knowledge of soil and vegetation ecosystem and assessments, land conservation and land reclamation principles, criteria, technologies, regulations, standards and issues, and previous experience in completing conservation and reclamation work would be considered an asset.

APS Competencies:

Competencies are behaviours 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.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:

AGILITY:

For this role you will need the ability to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience in times of uncertainty and effectively work in a changing environment.

SYSTEMS THINKING:

A systems thinking is needed at all levels of the APS because the results of our work impact our colleagues and a wide range of stakeholders in a variety of different ways.

Systems/Strategic Thinking allows us to keep broader impacts and connections in mind while assessing options and implications when decision making.

DRIVE FOR RESULTS:

Take ownership for areas of responsibility and identify ways to improve the implementation of the conservation and reclamation program; demonstrate independent work, reliability in completing tasks, self-motivation and display sound planning and organizing skills to provide assistance and manage workload.

Creative Problem Solving:
Ability to asses options and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions.

Salary:

$2,716.64 to $3,550.90 bi-weekly ($70, $92,678.49/year)

Notes:

Hours of Work:
Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per week.

What the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

Working for the Alberta Public Service
Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
Health Spending Account:
Leadership and mentorship programs
Professional learning and development
Positive workplace culture and worklife balance

How To Apply:

Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including ed