Competition ID:

J1124-0655

Job Type:

Seasonal

Department:

Ag Services

Job Category:

Ag Services

Hours Per Week:

40

Salary:

$29.55- $33.91 per hour

Date Posted:

December 18, 2024

Closing Date:

January 12, 2025

The temporary full-time (up to 35 weeks - approximately March 3 to November 1) Agricultural Inspector position ensures that private and public lands within Sturgeon County are compliant with the Alberta Weed Control Act, Alberta Agricultural Pest Act and Community Standards Bylaw 1433/19.

This is a safety sensitive position as it applies herbicide and operates applicable and various equipment on County worksites and private land.

Investigating Concerns and Performing Inspections (80%) 

·        Administers the Alberta Weed Control Act on public and private property which includes investigating landowner concerns, performing inspections, identifying regulated weeds, preparing correspondences, issuing notices, and arranging for enforcement activities as required.

·        Administers the Alberta Agricultural Pest Act on public and private property which includes performing inspections, identifying regulated pests, investigating landowner concerns, preparing correspondences, issuing notices, and arranging for enforcement activities as required. 

·        Inspects properties for compliance with the Landscape Standards outlined in Sturgeon County Community Standards Bylaw 1433/19; issue Enforcement Orders and arranges for enforcement activities as required.

·        Communicates with landowners, internal departments and other stakeholders regarding the impact of weeds and pests, the management requirements and assist in the development of multi-year weed and pest management plans.

·        Utilizes GIS-based software to maintain detailed records of all work activities, including interactions with landowners.

Vegetation Management (10%) 

·        Performs vegetation management activities as required such as: mechanical weed control, and handpicking. 

Other Related Duties (10%) 

·        Performs other related assigned duties as required.

·        Adheres to applicable responsibilities and accountabilities as outlined in the Sturgeon County Health and Safety Management System.

·        Adheres to all of Sturgeon County’s policies, bylaws, procedures and processes, as well as align work to the Sturgeon County values. 

Required:

·        Enrolled in a post-secondary diploma or degree in a related Agriculture or Science field of study. 

·        Valid Class 5 Driver’s license and clear driver’s abstract.

·        Authorized Assistant Pesticide Applicator Certification

·        Standard First Aid

·        H2S Alive of the ability to obtain

·        WHMIS 2015 or the ability to obtain.

·        Must have the ability to wear a half mask with organic carbon filters when handling herbicides, and completion of a Respiratory User Screening Form as per the CSA Z94.4-11.

·        Plant identification including regulated weeds. 

·        Agricultural pest identification including regulated crop pests.

·        Understanding of agricultural practices pertaining to agricultural or environmental inspection and weed and pest control. 

·        Ability to work in a team environment or independently.

·        Ability to take initiative, be independent, resourceful, work well and effectively under pressure and meet deadlines in an organized manner.

·        Ability to communicate clearly and professionally verbally and in writing, including being adaptable, receptive, timely, and in a calm and friendly manner when communicating with others.

·        Strong public relation problem solving skills.

·        Ability to maintain accurate records and to prepare written reports.

·        Proficiency when using all Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, etc.).

Assets:

·        Pesticide Applicator License (Agricultural)

·        Certified Crop Advisor 

·        A minimum of 2 years of experience in the agricultural industry.

·        Experience in a municipal government setting considered an asset.

·        Experience with community engagement considered an asset.