Forest Officer

Job Information

Job Title:

Forest Officer
Job

Requisition
Ministry:
Forestry and Parks

Location:

Peace River
Full or Part-Time:
Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary:
Permanent
Scope:
Open Competition
Closing Date:
February 26, 2026
Classification:
Natural Resource 6
Salary: $2320.80 to $2961.94 bi-weekly ($60,572 - $77,306/year)

The Ministry of Forestry and Parks invests in the environmentally responsible growth of Alberta's wood products and forestry sector. We are committed to protecting Alberta's forests from wildfires and preserving our provincial parks for the recreation and enjoyment of Albertans. For more information on the Ministry of Forestry and Parks, please visit:  .

Are you eager to kick-start your career in Wildfire or Forest Management? Perhaps you are a recent graduate, ready to learn the ropes and make a real impact. Or maybe you already have a forestry background or some seasonal wildfire experience and are seeking an exciting adventure and a place to grow. If you are passionate about serving the Peace River Forest Area, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your skills!

As a Forest Officer, you will play a crucial role within the Wildfire Management and Forest Management Programs, reporting to a Wildfire Technologist. Your experience in fire behavior and wildfire prevention, knowledge of fuel types, firefighting techniques, and understanding of forest ecology will be invaluable in facilitating and participating in wildfire prevention, operations, and forest management. You will actively contribute to wildfire detection, enforcement, education, engineering, pre-suppression, suppression activities, timber management as well as supervise and coordinate seasonal wildland firefighting crews, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of wildfire suppression activities.

• Assist with Forest Area Prescribed Burn and Hazard Reduction Burn programs to reduce wildfire risk and maintain forest health.
• Conduct long weekend/Peace Officer patrols to monitor compliance and promote wildfire prevention.
• Manage fire ban signage inventory throughout the Peace River Forest Area (CFA), including maintenance, ordering, placement, and addressing ongoing issues.
• Supervise and oversee prevention-focused initiatives, including the Junior Forest Rangers (JFR) and Patrol Program.
• Oversee seasonal staff in both Operations and Prevention functions, ensuring consistency and adherence to wildfire and forest management programs.
• Administer and enforce fire permits in accordance with legislation, ensuring compliance and safety in fire-prone areas.
• Actively contribute to Fire Smart initiatives to reduce wildfire risk and enhance community safety.
• Participate in the delivery of Forest Operations Monitoring (FOMP) and Forest Health programs, conducting inspections under Forestry Operations.
• Assist with non-compliance investigations related to forestry operations and wildfire prevention measures.
• Promote public education and awareness of wildfire prevention and forest management strategies.

This is your chance to make a difference and contribute to the protection and preservation of our forests. Join our team as a Forest Officer and seize the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience, expand your knowledge, and work in a dynamic environment where every day brings new challenges and rewards.

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

• Drive for Results - Strives to exceed objectives and maximize resources to achieve results aligned with the goals of the department, considerate to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop Networks - Maintains close relations with all stakeholders, actively incorporates the needs of the broader group, and ensures overall client satisfaction.
• Build Collaborative Environments - Takes a collaborative approach with your work to foster open communication and leverage team skills.
• Agility - Identifies alternative approaches in uncertain, complex situations, supporting others in determining and assessing strategy.
• Systems Thinking - Considers the changing environment, recognizing the work impacting a vast network of stakeholders.

Minimum Requirement The minimum requirements for Forest Officer role are a two‑year diploma in Forestry or a related Natural Resource Management field plus three (3) years of directly related forestry or wildfire experience.

Directly related experience or education considered on the basis of one year of experience for one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience.

• Supervisory or leadership experience.
• Ability to attend the Alberta Forestry Enforcement Training and apply for Peace Officer status.
• Eligibility for registration with the Association of Alberta Forest…