Wildfire Management Clerk

2 weeks ago

Shubenacadie, Canada Province of Nova Scotia Full time

**Department**:Natural Resources & Renewables

**Location**:SHUBENACADIE

**Type of Employment**:Seasonal

**Union Status**:NSGEU - NSPG

**Closing Date**:02-May-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

**About Us**:
Nova Scotia is rich in natural resources - including biodiversity, forests, geological resources, provincial parks and the land we manage. The Department of Natural Resources & Renewables is responsible for the development, management, conservation and protection of forest, mineral, parks and wildlife resources and the administration of the province's Crown land. Together we are working with Nova Scotians to build a better future through sustainable natural resource management as we all benefit from the natural health and wealth of the province.

**About Our Opportunity**:
Under the direction of the Manager, Forest Protection and Provincial Fire Duty Officers of Forest Protection Division, the incumbent provides support to the duty officers and to the administrative and clerical staff in the function of the Division.

This support includes a variety of assignments requiring knowledge and understanding of established methods, procedures, acts, rules and regulations in the Provincial Wildfire Coordination Centre.

**Primary Accountabilities**:
The Clerk manages, tracks and attends to multiple pieces of information, often from multiple sources, bringing order and clarity.

The duties include:

- receiving calls reporting fires from 911 Dispatch Centres, 1-800 fire reporting line, Shubie Radio and the general public, and forwarding essential information as soon as possible to the appropriate regional district offices
- administer the Online Wildfire Report System
- reviewing wildfire reports for accuracy,
- frequent communication on the TMR radio system,
- provide assistance in producing various daily wildfire situation reports

**About You**:
High School and four years related experience is required; or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be acceptable.

You must have the ability to work in a modern computer based environment, and be familiar with the Internet. Experience with window based software programs is required. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office, as well as a good working knowledge of data management software and principles is required. Effective interpersonal skills is essential.

You must be motivated, highly organized, capable of a high standard of accuracy and have very good verbal and written communication skills**. **You must be able to prioritize workload**.**

It would be considered an asset if you have:

- A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Radio Operator experience, Experience with Trunk Mobile Radio system
- Call Centre experience, particularly in an emergency communication setting
- A working knowledge of Microsoft Teams and other virtual meeting platforms

We will assess the above qualifications using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

**Equivalency**:
**Benefits**:
Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

**Additional Information**:
This is a permanent seasonal position which typically runs from March to October, though the start date for 2024 is anticipated to be June 3rd.

**What We Offer**:

- Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
- Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
- Countless Career Paths.
- Department Specific Flexible working schedules.

**Pay Grade**: CL 18

**Salary Range**: $1,684.00 - $1,884.17 Bi-Weekly

**Employment Equity Statement**:

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