Renewable Resource Officer I

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Limited Competition

This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Inuvik, NT.

Department Information

The mandate of the Department of Environment and Climate Change is to manage land, water, air, wildlife, and forests. This includes promoting, planning, and supporting the wise and sustainable use of natural resources, and protecting, restoring, and stewarding the environment for the social and economic benefit of all Northwest Territories residents.

Job Information

Located in Inuvik and reporting to the Renewable Resource Officer III, the Renewable Resource Officer I  assists in delivery of departmental wildlife, environment and forest management programs and services at the area level. This includes resource development program delivery, wildlife management and enforcement activities, environmental monitoring and protection initiatives, forest and fire management projects, and associated supervision of casual support personnel and maintenance of fixed assets.

The Renewable Resource Officer I  must work closely with the resource-harvesting community to implement departmental goals and objectives. In the context of this position, the resource harvesting community included individual harvesters, community-based resource organizations, commercial enterprises and municipalities, many of whom have opposing views on resource use. This position must possess strong leadership qualities in order to influence local resource management decision, and recognize and react appropriately to conflict situations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

A high level of verbal skills and basic writing skills (English and applicable Indigenous language) are necessary to communicate departmental positions on resource management issues and regulatory matters to stakeholders (e.g. harvesters and community- based resource organizations) and to complete department forms (e.g. permits and promissory notes)

Management skills to plan, organize and coordinate multiple and divergent activities with other organizations within the region

Human resource management and supervision skills are required to oversee casual staff

Detailed knowledge of wildlife in the region including seasonal movements, habitats, reproduction cycle and community use of key species

Knowledge of forest and fire management techniques

Experience in applying legislation, monitoring and enforcement techniques

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

A grade 10 education and at least five years of experience in harvesting techniques and practices in the region.

Additional Requirements

This is a law enforcement position with a requirement to wear a uniform.

A bona fide requirement of the job is passing the annual workplace simulation fitness standards.

Must hold or be able to attain (within 6 months of hire) a Firearms Possession and Acquisition License (PAL).

A valid class 5 Driver's License is required.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only

Inuvik HR Client Service Centre

Department of Finance

Government of the Northwest Territories

1st FLOOR  ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING

BOX 1869

INUVIK, NT  X0E 0T0

Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644

Fax (867) 678-6620

[email protected]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

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Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.  If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.  For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 28242

Closing Date: September 22, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary for this position starts at $45.34 per hour (approximately $88,413 per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $14,304

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