Water Resource Officer

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

The Water Resource Officer (WRO) is responsible for the provision of inspection and enforcement at the regional level to ensure the Department¿s mandated water resource management objectives are met. The WRO provides expert technical advisory services to the Department, other government departments, non-government organizations, clients, and all other stakeholders in the Northwest Territories (NWT) to ensure education of and compliance with legislation pertaining to water resource management, protection, and conservation. The position is located within Fort Simpson and reports directly to the Superintendent, Land and Water. The WRO supports the Superintendent, Land and Water by ensuring compliance with various Acts pertaining to water resource management and environmental protection by way of education, prevention, and enforcement. The WRO conducts environmental inspections and investigations for water licenses and spills, and supports regional input into environmental assessments, permits and licensing pertaining to water and land use and disposal of wastes associated with resource use and development.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• �    Knowledge of theory and practices of resource management and environmental protection to ensure the responsible use of water and land resources in the Northwest Territories.
• �    Knowledge of inspection, investigation (taking statements, reading cautions, interviewing, note taking, collection of evidence, legal sampling), auditing, and negotiating methods, skills, and practices to provide effective administration of water licenses and land use permits and to conduct effective and efficient inspections and Investigations.
• �    Knowledge of mining and milling and industrial processes and practices to conduct effective and efficient inspections of mining undertakings for the Department.
• �    Knowledge of environmental health and safety, basic engineering practices, and familiarity with seismic, geotechnical, oil and gas drilling and production to conduct effective and efficient inspection of oil and gas undertaking for the Department.
• �    Knowledge of geotechnical and dam safety engineering theory and processes to conduct effective and efficient inspections of hydroelectric undertakings and mine tailings dams inspections for the Department.
• �    Knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices of environmental science, including chemistry, biology, limnology, statistics, and hydrology to assess and provide a wide range of advice and interpretation to clients, the public, and the department for environmental conservation. The depth of knowledge required varies by file and case.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

Completion of a Bachelor of Science Degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, or related degree and three (3) years of directly related experience in renewable resource development, or water resource management sector with related watershed management, regulatory, compliance and administration experience.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

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Government of the Northwest Territories

2nd Floor, Chief Baptiste Cazon Building

9802 98 Avenue

BOX 290

FORT SIMPSON, NT X0E 0N0

Tel (867) 288-0334

Fax (867) 695-3100

[email protected]

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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.

Bona Fide Requirement

Other requirements

• � A bona fide requirement of the job is passing the annual work simulation fitness standards.
• � This is a law enforcement position with a requirement to wear a uniform while on duty, including personal protective equipment (duty belt, ballistic vest) as directed by policy.
• � Must hold and maintain a valid Firearms License (PAL) and legal ability to possess and use firearms. GNWT Job Description
• � Must hold and maintain a valid Class 5 driver's license.
• � Experience living and working on the land in isolated conditions and traveling in all seasons and conditions is an asset.

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.

• �    Minimum completion of a Diploma in Environment and Natural Resources Tech Program and five (5) years of directly associated water management, regulatory, compliance enforcement and environmental assessment experience will be considered. Relevant experience with government or private industry related to mining and milling, or the oil and gas sector is an asset.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 28576

Closing Date: NOVEMBER 24, 2026 - 23:59, Northwest Territories Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $56.99 per hour to $68.06 per hour (approximately $111, 131 - $132, 717) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $11, 968.

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