Forest Officer

Job Information

• Job Title: Forest Officer
• Requisition : 85126
• Ministry: Forestry and Parks
• Location: Calgary, AB
• Employment: Full Time
• Hours: 36.25 hours per week
• Classification: NR6 (Natural Resource
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• Salary: $2,439.12 to $3,119.93 bi‑weekly ($63,661 – $81,430 per year)
• Closing Date: July 8, 2026

As a Forest Officer you will be an integral member of the Wildfire Management Program, reporting to the Wildfire Technologist. Your day‑to‑day duties will include:

• Participation in wildfire prevention, operations, and forest management activities, utilizing knowledge of fire behaviour, fuel types, and firefighting techniques.
• Assisting in wildfire detection, enforcement, education, engineering, pre‑suppression, and suppression operations.
• Supervising and coordinating seasonal wildland firefighting crews to ensure safe and efficient suppression activities.
• Overseeing Initial Attack Crews, monitoring Lookout Staff adherence to program standards, and enforcing fire permits in accordance with legislation.
• Contributing to Fire Smart initiatives, Forest Operations Monitoring (FOMP), and Forest Health programs, including inspections under Forestry Operations and non‑compliance investigations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Two‑year diploma in Forestry or a related Natural Resource Management field.
• At least three (3) years of directly related forestry or wildfire experience.
• Education and experience can be considered on a one‑year equivalent basis (e.g., one year of education equals one year of experience and vice versa).

Desired Assets:

• Supervisory or leadership experience.
• Eligibility for registration with the Association of Alberta Forest Management Professionals.

The role is a permanent, full‑time position with standard weekly hours of 36.25. Overtime, evening, and weekend work may be required due to the emergency nature of wildfires. Travel within the area and across the province will also be necessary to coordinate with Ministry staff, other government departments, clients, and external stakeholders.

• Drive for Results: Strives to exceed objectives and maximize resources to achieve results aligned with departmental goals.
• Develop Networks: Maintains close relations with all stakeholders, incorporates broader group needs, and ensures overall client satisfaction.
• Build Collaborative Environments: Fosters open communication and leverages team skills.
• Agility: Identifies alternative approaches in uncertain and complex situations and supports others in strategy assessment.
• Systems Thinking: Considers the changing environment and the broader impact of work on a large network of stakeholders.