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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Qualifications
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.
