Supervisor, Forestry and Natural Heritage
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Number: 4699
Job Type: Full-Time
Vacancy Reason: Net New
Location:
150 Frederick St - Regional Admin Headquarters
Job Category: Environmental
Number of Positions: 1
Department: Forestry and Natural Heritage
Division: Planning, Development and Legislative Services
Hours of Work: 35
Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Union: Management/Management Support
Grade: Management/Management Support Grade 07
Salary Range: $ - $
Posting Date: August 7, 2026 at 12:00am
About Us!
The Region of Waterloo is a thriving, diverse community committed to fostering opportunities for current and future generations. Waterloo Region is part of the Dish with One Spoon wampum, a treaty guiding our commitment to:
Taking only what we need
Leaving some for others
Keeping the dish clean
This agreement underpins our vision, mission, and core value, and reinforces our dedication to meaningful reconciliation and equity. Waterloo Region is home to over 674,000 residents and expected to grow to nearly one million by 2051. Guided by our Strategic Plan , “Growing with Care,” we prioritize homes for all, climate aligned growth, equitable services and opportunities and a resilient and future ready organization.
Our mission is to provide essential services that enhance the quality of life for all residents, while our core value emphasizes caring for people and the land we share. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in our community.
The Role
Provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and day-to-day supervision for the Region of Waterloo’s Forestry and Natural Heritage Program. Leads the management of the municipality’s 17 Regional Forests, supervises natural heritage staff, oversees implementation of the Woodland Conservation By-law, and provides expert leadership on natural heritage matters across the organization.
This includes building and leading a high-performing team, setting priorities, guiding decision-making, and ensuring effective service delivery; consulting, collaborating, and building consensus with cross-departmental staff and leadership, area municipal and agency partners, community stakeholders, and the public; and supporting corporate objectives related to environmental stewardship, biodiversity, climate resilience, regulatory compliance, and community service.
Duties/Responsibilities
Leads the development and implementation of long-term strategies, management plans, annual work programs, and service improvements related to forest stewardship and woodland conservation. Oversees forest management activities including restoration, invasive species management, habitat protection, ecological monitoring, and contractor-delivered field work.
Develops annual work programs and operational priorities for natural heritage and forestry staff, including assigning work, setting expectations, monitoring performance, and supporting professional development.
Provides leadership for the implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of the Woodland Conservation By-law program. Oversees staff and processes related to permit review, technical evaluation, inspections, compliance monitoring, landowner communication, and recommendations concerning woodland conservation matters.
Leads and supports respectful engagement with First Nations and Indigenous community members on Regional Forest management, woodland conservation, and natural heritage matters, recognizing Indigenous rights, interests, knowledge, and perspectives.
Acts as a lead contact for complex public inquiries, escalated issues, and stakeholder concerns related to forests, woodlands, and natural heritage management.
Represents the Region in discussions with area municipalities, conservation authorities, provincial agencies, consultants, landowners, and community stakeholders.
Facilitates the integration of natural heritage objectives into broader initiatives involving sustainability, growth, climate adaptation, and land stewardship.
Develops and manages program budgets, workplans, contracts, and consultant assignments.
Oversees procurement and contract management for consultants,…
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