Leasing Officer

Department of Natural Resources and Energy Development

Administrative Services - Level 4

Leasing Officer

Open

Fredericton

The Department of Natural Resources and Energy Development is seeking an individual to join the Crown Lands Branch, as a Leasing Officer, located in Fredericton.

As a member of the Tenure and Compliance team and reporting to the section Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing legal administrative support for the Leasing Program. Responsibilities of this role include preparing and reviewing legal documents, including leases, assignments, and non-disturbance agreements; preparing easements; preparing, reviewing, editing, and tracking correspondence regarding individual lease issues, and maintaining file information in the computerized property management business system. The incumbent is also responsible for liaising with private lawyers to resolve transactional issues; consulting with Regional and District staff regarding property site issues; resolving complicated legal administrative matters involving estates and land titles; administering the collection of overdue lease rental and property tax payments; and providing prompt and professional front-line services to clients. Other related duties may be assigned as required.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by a one year related post-secondary diploma and a minimum of five (5) years of related work experience, including two (2) years of experience working in a legal environment; OR, a high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of six (6) years of related work experience, including two (2) years of experience working in a legal environment. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English and French 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.

ASSET QUALIFICATION(S): Preference may be given to candidates that demonstrate one or more of the following: a minimum of two (2) years of experience working in a property law environment; a diploma from a paralegal program; knowledge and experience with New Brunswick Land Registry and New Brunswick Titles transactions.

Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

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

• Client Service Orientation
• Concern for Order
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Flexibility
• Results Orientation
• Teamwork and Cooperation

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

• Specialized subject matter expertise and knowledge;
• Knowledge of applicable legislation, and the department's relevant policies;
• Ability to use office technology, software and applications, including Microsoft Office;
• Planning and organizing skills;
• Written communication skills.

SALARY: $47,216 to $57,330 per annum

APPLY TO: We encourage applicants to apply on-line or by mail at the following address by June 26, 2024, indicating competition number DNRED-24-07. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Natural Resources and Energy Development
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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