Summer Term - Forest Service

The Opportunity:

Saskatchewan’s forests – a great place to work!

Did you know that more than half of Saskatchewan’s land base is covered by forests? If you have always wanted a forestry summer job where you can make a positive difference for the environment, joining the team at Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment’s Forest Service in 2027 will put your skills and education to work!

What You Need to Know:

• You will be responsible for the accurate collection of field data. This can involve completing regeneration assessments, establishing forest inventory plots, remeasuring permanent sample plots, and conducting early silviculture assessments.
• You may also be involved in mapping grazing areas and infrastructure, completing vegetation health assessments and helping with field inspections.
• Summer field positions include time away from your home office in Prince Albert for up to a week at a time. Accommodations and a meal allowance are provided by the Forest Service when working away from Prince Albert.
• You should be capable of working in adverse field and weather conditions (think mud, rain and mosquitos!) including walking long distances over sometimes difficult terrain.
• As representatives of the Government of Saskatchewan summer term employees are expected to conduct themselves in a responsible manner in the office and while working in the field.
• We have a strong commitment to the health and safety of our summer term employees. You are expected to comply with safety regulations, report unsafe or hazardous conditions and complete your work safely.
• We provide an extensive safety and orientation onboarding program at the beginning of May that covers training for ATV, driving, wildlife behaviours, working alone and program-specific field work.

We encourage students and recent graduates to apply to this position. This posting will remain open until all term positions are filled.

• Key responsibilities will include:
• Accurate collection of field data, including completing regeneration assessments, establishing forest inventory plots, remeasuring permanent sample plots, and conducting early silviculture assessments.
• Mapping grazing areas and infrastructure, completing vegetation health assessments and helping with field inspections.

Job Capabilities:

As a public servant, we are seeking someone who:

• Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
• Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying innovative ideas, and taking responsible risks.
• Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
• Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
• Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
• Focuses on achieving public service excellence.

Technical Knowledge and Skills:

• Use of field navigation tools (compass, GPS, paper and digital map products).

• Basic forest ecology, basic statistical principles, forest harvesting operations, silviculture operations and know how to identify boreal forest trees, shrubs and herbs.

• Basic GIS skills needed to produce field maps and basic office software like Word and Excel.

• Ability to work well in a team environment, communicate effectively and collect field data neatly and completely are required skills.

• Having a valid First Aid training is considered an asset.

Job Skills:

• Communication (Level A)
• Critical Thinking (Level A)
• Digital Skills (Level A)
• Interacting with Others (Level A)
• Navigating Ambiguity (Level A)
• Managing Self (Level A)
• Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)
  

Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.

What We Offer:

• Dynamic and challenging work
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension
• Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
• Inclusive work environments
• Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Monthly rent support while working in Prince Albert
• Relocation support for candidates not located in Prince Albert
  

Our Commitment to Excellence:

The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence, and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.