Environmental Protection Officer

Environmental Protection Officer - ENV002631

Employment Type: Permanent Full-time

Location(s): SK-Stoon-Saskatoon SK-North Central-Prince Albert, SK-Rgna-Regina

Ministry: 026 Environment

Salary Range: $43.681-$54.740 Hourly

Grade: SGEU.12.

About Us

The Ministry of Environment's role is to manage the health of Saskatchewan's environment in a responsible manner that supports sustainable growth through objective, transparent and informed decision-making and stewardship. We provide objective, evidence-based advice to decision-makers and deliver programs in a fair, impartial manner aligned with government directed policy. We are dedicated to service excellence, we demonstrate innovation, collaboration and transparency, practice effective and accountable use of resources and promote engagement and leadership at all levels.

The Opportunity

The Environmental Protection Branch of the Ministry is seeking multiple versatile professionals with a strong background in engineering or science to join the team as an Environmental Protection Officer. This role supports the delivery of results-based environmental protection programs across Saskatchewan.

As an Environmental Protection Officer in the Environmental Protection Branch, you will be responsible for:

• Reviewing environmental impact statements for proposed municipal, industrial and mining operations and providing technical review comments regarding these developments;
• Reviewing applications and preparing approvals for the construction and operation of all components of municipal, industrial and mining operations related to raw product handling, processing, waste management, air quality, industrial waste and wastewater treatment, potable water treatment, sewage treatment, storage and handling of hazardous substances, and waste dangerous goods;
• Reviewing and commenting on all required document submissions from municipal, industrial and mining operations including those for the management of environmentally impacted sites;
• Performing environmental inspections to ensure compliance with provincial legislation, the Environmental Code, regulations and approvals;
• Investigating spills of hazardous substances, and waste dangerous goods and approve clean up and remediation at assigned facilities;
• Developing the Province's environmental policies and regulations regarding municipal, industrial and mining operations and their inherent environmental concerns; and
  
  Responding to public inquiries or complaints.

The ideal candidate will have comprehensive demonstrated knowledge of:

• Municipal, industrial and mining operations;
• Environmental issues and environmental protection and public health processes associated with municipal, industrial and mining operations, including treatment and storage of hazardous materials, spill response, air emissions, waste management, and decommissioning and reclamation of environmentally impacted areas;
• Geology, hydrogeology, biology, geochemistry, water chemistry, related inorganic chemistry; relating to municipal and industrial applications and impacted site reclamation;
• The ability to clearly and accurately lead and discuss complex environmental issues, policies and procedures to diverse groups (including peers) at a level appropriate to the audience, and concisely draft and compose written documents;
• Applicable legislation, regulations, agreements, policies, guidelines, principles and processes relevant to environmental protection;
• Compliance assurance policies and procedures in a Results Based Regulatory framework; and
• The ability to educate, facilitate and persuade others to achieve consensus or resolve conflict in highly polarized situations.

Typically, the knowledge and abilities required for this position can be achieved through a degree in engineering or science combined with related environmental work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

What We Offer:

• Dynamic, diverse and challenging work for talented individuals;
• A competitive salary;
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension;
• Vacation, earned days off (EDO) and other types of leave;
• Inclusive work environment;
• Career advancement and development opportunities; and
• Flexible work arrangements within branch policies.

The headquarters for these positions will be in Saskatoon, Regina, or Prince Albert. These positions require independent travel to remote areas of the province and flexible work hours. As travel within Saskatchewan is necessary, the successful candidates must hold a valid Class 5 driver's license.

The successful candidates will demonstrate the Saskatchewan Public Service core values of respect and integrity; serving citizens, practicing excellence and innovation; and acting as One Team, including participating in, and contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.

This posting will be used to fill current vacancies as well as future vacancies for up to six months as they arise.

We are committed to workplace diversity.

Hours of Work: B - SGEU Field work a total of 37.33 hours/week, averaged over 4 weeks

Number of Openings: 4

Closing Date: Nov 17, 2025, 11:59:00 PM