Soil Survey Specialist

2 weeks ago

Winnipeg, Canada Manitoba Government Full time

**Soil Survey Specialist**:
G3 Agrologist 3

Regular/full-time

Department of Agriculture

Land Use and Ecosystems Resilience, Agriculture Production and Resilience

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 40571

Salary(s): G3 $71,040.00 - $91,972.00 per year

Closing Date: February 17, 2023

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Other locations within Manitoba may be considered.

Manitoba Agriculture works collaboratively with citizens, industry, governments and other stakeholders to enable the sustainable development and strengthen the resilience of Manitoba's agriculture and food processing industries. Skilled, passionate and engaged staff that embrace innovation and continuous improvement are key to the department's success.

Conditions of Employment:

- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Must be a member of, or eligible for membership in, the Manitoba Institute of Agrologists at the Professional Agrologist level with the ability to become P.Ag once successful for the position.
- Valid Class 5 Driver's license, with the ability to travel regularly throughout the Province of Manitoba, including overnights as required.
- Physically capable of working outdoors in various environmental conditions, including the ability to lift 50 pounds and walk extended distances.
- Ability to work extended hours during peak periods.

Qualifications:
Essential:

- Bachelors degree in Agriculture with a major in Soil Science or Soil AgroEcology or related discipline. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Experience in soil survey procedures, taxonomy and pedology in Canadian agriculture.
- Experience in program development, planning and evaluation.
- Experience with three dimensional sensing software like Summit software, geospatial ESRI software, and statistical software.
- Strong problem solving skills.
- Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Excellent written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively and collaborate in a multidisciplinary team with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to independently manage projects and undertake necessary research and information gathering to keep current on issues/trends in the industry.

**Duties**:
The Soil Survery Specialist provides provincial leadership and coordination in collecting and interpreting soil data. The position is located in Winnipeg, reporting directly to the Manager, Climate Resilence, Land Use and Ecosystems Resilience Branch. The Soil Survey Specialist studies, investigates and maps soils, including their morphology, genesis, landscape position, and distribution. The position analyzes the physical, chemical, and biological properties and processes of soil; their relationship to climate, physiographic and vegetative influences; and their management and suitability for various uses. The Specialist will lead the development and delivery of programming and extension that increases the use of soil resource information, products and technologies. Extensive travel required.
- Advertisement # 40571
- Service Centre 4
- Human Resource Services
- 600-259 Portage Avenue
- Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9
- Phone: 204-945-7518
- Fax: 204-945-0601

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