Regional Drinking Water Officer

Introduction

The Department of Environment and Climate is seeking qualified and skilled candidates to fill the Regional Drinking Water Officer position in Dauphin.The Office of Drinking Water Branch is responsible for coordinating the activities of the province’s drinking water program under The Drinking Water Safety Act. The branch assures public drinking water supplies are safe, adequate, aesthetically pleasing and acceptable by administering and enforcing The Drinking Water Safety Act and the regulations, licences, permits, advisories and orders and provides a program that employs flexibility and prevention as an effective approach to public health protection. It also provides guidance, technical expertise, up-to-date information and educational materials about drinking water safety to water suppliers and the public. It also promotes involvement of public, government agencies and departments, communities and private organizations in the decision-making process.

The Manitoba government has a comprehensive benefits package which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family related leave, and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability.

To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form along with a resume. See below for further instructions.

Conditions of Employment: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada Must be able to provide and maintain a satisfactory criminal records check. Must be able to travel throughout the province. Must be able to work overtime, including evenings and weekends as required. Must successfully complete the California State University Water Treatment Plant Field Study Program (Volumes I and II) and the Association of the Board of Certification's (ABC's) level II Water Treatment Exam within 2 years of being hired.  Must participate on the Office of Drinking Water's 24 hour On-Call Program which includes the ability to immediately respond to issues and emergencies as they arise Qualifications: Essential: Post secondary degree or diploma in Environmental Science, Biological Science, Engineering or related discipline, with relevant experience. A suitable equivalent combination of education, training and experience may also be considered. Experience assessing scientific and technical data and documents in a work or academic environment. Demonstrated ability to undertake compliance, inspections and enforcement activities. Strong problem solving and analytical skills. Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships in a team environment. Strong verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate with diverse stakeholders in a clear and concise manner. Strong written communication skills including experience drafting technical reports and correspondence. Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision. Experience using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook) or similar computer applications. Experience with environmental monitoring and sampling techniques in a work or academic environment. Desired: Experience applying and interpreting legislation related to drinking water, including The Drinking Water Safety Act, The Environment Act and The Public Health Act and related guidelines in either a work or academic environment. Knowledge of drinking water treatment principles. Duties: The Regional Drinking Water Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety of Manitoba’s drinking water by overseeing water system compliance with The Drinking Water Safety Act and supporting regulations. Reporting to the Senior Regional Drinking Water Officer, the incumbent is responsible for the administration and enforcement of regulations, licences, permits, orders and advisories pertaining to The Drinking Water Safety Act and its supporting regulations.

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