Job Information

Job Title: Wildfire Data Entry

Job Requisition ID: 66314

Ministry: Forestry and Parks

Location: Various, AB

Full or Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours of Work: Up to 36.25 hours per week

Regular/Temporary: Temporary Wages

Scope: Wage Opportunity

Closing Date: Open Until Suitable Candidates Found

Classification: Administrative Support 3

Salary: $22.00 to $26.77 per hour

About Us

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx

The Ministry of Forestry and Parks invests in the environmentally responsible growth of Alberta's wood products and forestry sector. We are committed to protecting Alberta's forests from wildfires and preserving our provincial parks for the recreation and enjoyment of Albertans. For more information on the Ministry of Forestry and Parks, visit: https://www.alberta.ca/forestry-and-parks.aspx

Forestry Division inspires public confidence in wildfire and forest management, sustaining operations and preventative practices, and leading collaboration that enables safe and resilient communities. For more information about Alberta Wildfire: https://wildfire.alberta.ca/ 

Role Responsibilities

Are you meticulous, organized, and enjoy working in a team-oriented environment? If so, consider joining our team as a Wildfire Data Entry professional in this exciting seasonal position based out of the Wildfire Management Forest Area offices.

As a crucial component in administration support, your primary functions are to ensure the accurate, consistent, and timely entry of information into various Wildfire databases.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure accurate, consistent, and timely entry of information into various Wildfire databases.
• Review, correct, and enter seasonal and permanent time sheets with precision.
• Assist in the administration and timesheet entry for Firetack Crews to facilitate smooth operations.
• Support the entry process for Heavy Equipment time certificates.
• Collaborate with Admin and Finance Staff to streamline tasks and enhance efficiency.
• Compile and send comprehensive wage time reports as required.
• Actively communicate and ensure supervisors are promptly informed of any problems or issues.
• Serve as a front desk receptionist as required, professionally answering telephone calls promptly.
• Undertake photocopying and filing duties when necessary to maintain organized records.
• Attending and successfully completing necessary training courses to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Provide essential administration support to the Management Area office as needed.

If you are passionate about data accuracy, enjoy collaborative work environments, and want to contribute to wildfire management efforts, we want to hear from you. Join us in making a positive impact on our community and environment!

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors 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: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

**About Your Competencies:

Agility**

: The capacity to anticipate, evaluate, and swiftly adapt to shifting priorities, maintain resilience during uncertain times, and excel in a dynamic work environment.

Building Collaborative Environments: Taking the lead in creating conditions and atmospheres that foster effective collaboration, enabling individuals to work together productively to achieve shared objectives. Demonstrates respect for others’ input and expertise and is willing to learn from others by encouraging open and considerate discussion of issues.

Develop Networks: Proactively build networks, connect, and build trust in relationships with different stakeholders and program partners.

Creative Problem Solving: The ability to evaluate options and consequences in novel ways to develop innovative solutions and achieve desired outcomes.

Drive for Results: Effectively sets goals to prioritize work, and proactively seeks advice or guidance when needed. Recognizes program objectives and ones’ own contributions through service delivery, performance, and interpersonal interactions to ensure future success.

Develop Self and Others: Takes initiative to stay current on skills, approaches, and technologies in their field of work. Reflects on own performance to understand success, participates in developmental activities, and contributes to team learning by sharing information, knowledge, and experiences.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma plus one (1) year of related experience.
• Working knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Proficient in computer skills, encompassing keyboarding, data record management, and demonstrated organizational expertise.
• Must be 18 years of age or older prior to start date.

Directly related experience or education may be considered on the basis of:  

• one year of experience for one year of education or
• one year of education for one year of experience

Experience with or knowledge of the forestry sector is an asset.

Additional Requirements

The following conditions are not required at time of application, but must be provided prior to start date:

• A valid, unrestricted Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License, or equivalent
• A minimum 3-year Driver's Abstract, showing a record of seven (7) demerits or less (obtained within 30 days of your commencement date and presented to management prior to commencement)
• A valid Standard First Aid certificate with CPR certification
• A current Defensive Driving certificate

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.     

Notes

This competition is recruiting seasonal wage Wildfire Data Entry positions for all Alberta Forest Areas, with weekly hours up to 36.25.

Positions require availability for export (travel outside of home area) and open to shift work, including evenings and weekends.

What We Offer

• Wage employees receive 11.2% in addition to regular wage earnings in lieu of paid holidays and vacation leave: -5.2 percent of regular wage earnings instead of paid holidays -6 percent of regular wage earnings instead of annual vacation pay.
• Shift differential and opportunity to work overtime, evening, and weekend shifts.
• Premium Pay Allowances: -Wage employees residing above the 57th Parallel (i.e., High Level Forest Area) may be eligible for a biweekly Northern allowance of $241.38. -Wage employees residing within the Fort McMurray Forest Area may be eligible for biweekly allowance of $478.17 (pro-rated for part-time employees)
• Accommodations are available and is based on location.

About Your Application

• Terms of employment in your resume are to be identified in months and years, highlighting applicable duties or achievements at the respective role.
• Those selected for an interview are requested to bring three (3) work-related references.
• Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

How To Apply

Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Candidates are required to apply online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.

If you require any further information on this job posting, please contact e-mail:  [email protected]

If you require disability-related accommodation or have questions during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected]