Agriculturist 3

Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries

Agriculturist 3

Potato Development Specialist

Open

Wicklow or Grand Falls

The Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries is seeking an individual to join the Sector Development - Potato Branch as a Potato Development Specialist, within the northwest region, located in Wicklow or Grand Falls.

As a member of the Potato Development Centre team and reporting to the Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical advisory services and technology transfer to producers, industry, and private stakeholders, to improve competitiveness and sustainability, with emphasis on potatoes and associated rotational crops. This position is responsible for assisting with building positive working relationships between producers and government and establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with clients and stakeholders. Duties also include assisting with industry and sector development, including assisting producers with program delivery, funding applications, and project applications under the Enabling Agricultural Research and Innovation (EARI) Program and the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (CAP) Program. Responsibilities include keeping current on new initiatives, research and technologies; participating as a member of sector teams involved in planning, implementing and participating in policy development, strategic and innovative research and monitoring; assisting producers with on-farm demonstrations and agronomy trials to improve techniques and practices; and attending industry and producer meetings and information sessions. Other related duties may be assigned as required.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate will possess the following:

• A Master's degree in Science with specialization in agriculture, or a related field; and a minimum of eight (8) years of directly related work experience, including a minimum of three (3) years of experience in potato development.

OR

• A Bachelor's degree in Science with specialization in agriculture, or a related field; and a minimum of ten (10) years of directly related work experience; including a minimum of three (3) years of experience in potato development.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

NOTE: In the event that this competition poses difficulties in recruiting a qualified candidate, a covering off appointment at a lower level may be made. In that case, candidates with less than the required related years of experience may also be considered.

The successful candidate must be eligible for membership in the New Brunswick Institute of Agrologists, and membership must be attained within six (6) months of appointment.

Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability on your application.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume. Resumes should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: The successful candidate will possess the following behavioural competencies:

• Analytical Thinking/Judgment
• Client Service Orientation
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Information Seeking
• Initiative
• Relationship/Network Building
• Teamwork andCooperation

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: The successful candidate will possess the following technical competencies:

• Specialized subject matter expertise and knowledge;
• Knowledge of research methodologies, principles and practices;
• Ability to use office technology, software and applications;
• Presentation skills;
• Planning and organizing skills;
• Written and verbal communication skills.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be prepared to: travel within the regional area, as required, and to other areas of New Brunswick on occasion; work in agricultural environments which may include a variety of terrain and weather conditions; possess a valid class 5 driver licence as issued by the Province of New Brunswick, or equivalent.

SALARY: $65,801.84 to $90,065.56 per annum

APPLY TO: We encourage applicants to apply on-line or by mail at the following address by June 21, 2024, indicating competition number DAAF-24-01. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries
Human Resource Services
Hugh John Flemming Forestry Centre
1350 Regent Street
Fredericton, NB E3C 2G6

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We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted, by email.

Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

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