Seasonal Vegetation Inspector

This posting is for up to 2 hourly positions for up to 18 weeks

Do you have a passion for environmental stewardship? This is your chance to make a meaningful impact on the health and sustainability of Strathcona County's natural areas as a Vegetation Inspector. You'll be part of a dedicated team committed to improving biodiversity, enhancing public spaces, and ensuring our community thrives for generations to come. In this role within the Recreation, Parks, and Culture division, you'll help protect our landscapes by inspecting and managing invasive plants across public lands.

This position offers variety—you may work independently, as part of a team, or take on supervisory responsibilities with seasonal crews. Expect hands-on, physical work with hours that can vary depending on weather and operational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect public properties for noxious and prohibited noxious weeds as per the Alberta Weed Control Act and Regulations, using GIS software.
• Conduct broadleaf weed counts on sports fields, parks, and other green spaces.
• Assist the Vegetation Sprayer to safely apply herbicides to control invasive plants in compliance with municipal, provincial, and federal legislation.
• Carry out invasive plant management using manual and mechanical methods.
• Provide exceptional customer service to residents, offering guidance on invasive plant identification and management practices.
• Support the Vegetation Management Technician by training, coaching, and supervising seasonal staff on the Invasive Plant Management Team.
• Promote a safe working environment by ensuring all staff are performing their tasks safely by implementing safe work practices and procedures.
  Use knowledge and train others in relation to OHS Regulation and Code and follow safety guidelines to keep self and others safe on the worksites.

Qualifications and Skills:

• High School diploma with two years related experience in an environmental field.
• Attending or completed post-secondary education in an environmental field would be considered an asset.
• Strong plant identification skills would be considered an asset.Knowledge of municipal, provincial and federal policies and legislation is an asset.
• Effective customer service, public relations and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Valid Pesticide Applicator Certificate or the understanding how herbicides work would be an asset.
  Supervisory experience would be an asset.

Conditions of Employment:

• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's licence and submission of a 5-year Driver's Abstract with less than 7 demerits
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Ability and willingness to perform various types of physical labour including moderate to heavy lifting (up to 23 kilograms), standing, bending, shoveling, etc.
• Ability and willingness to perform duties in inclement and adverse weather conditions
  Ability to work a variety of shift work.

Who We Are:

Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta. Our vision is to become Canada's most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, fairness, and cooperation.

Why Join Strathcona County:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, which includes:
• Health and wellness spending account
• Employee and family assistance program
• Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities.
  Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace

Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.

Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.