Silviculture Forester

Department:
Environment and Climate Change

The mandate of the Department of Environment and Climate Change is to manage land, water, air, wildlife, and forests. This includes promoting, planning, and supporting the wise and sustainable use of natural resources, and protecting, restoring, and stewarding the environment for the social and economic benefit of all Northwest Territories residents.

Located on the Hay River Reserve, adjacent to the town of Hay River, and reporting to the 2 Billion Trees Coordinator, the Silviculture Forester is responsible to assure the design, delivery, and operational effectiveness of 2 Billion Trees projects in the NWT. The Silviculture Forester will coordinate and execute project activities related to the 2 Billion Trees program, including developing silviculture plans and schedules, advising on regulatory requirements, developing silviculture prescriptions, planning and overseeing seed collection, coordinating seedling orders, planning or supervising tree planting and habitat restoration projects, managing contracts, providing feedback to contractors, and engaging with Indigenous partners.

Field work is a substantial and mandatory part of this position.

Critical Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current silvicultural practices in Canada.
• Knowledge and understanding of boreal forest ecology, tree physiology, and silvicultural systems.
• Knowledge of and experience with tree planting projects including planning, seedling management, camp management, and planting.
• Problem‑solving skills to develop and implement complex logistics, forest regeneration plans, silviculture treatments, and multi‑year strategies.
• Ability to travel, do field work, and conduct field inspections.

Typically attained by a degree in Forestry or a diploma in Forest Technology recognized by Forest Professional Regulators of Canada, and/or a member in good standing of any of Canada’s regulating bodies for Professional Foresters or Biologists, plus a minimum of three (3) years of silviculture experience. A Class 5 Driver's Licence is required.

Equivalencies may include:

• A degree in ecology, natural resources, or a related field, and four years of forestry experience, including 3 years of silviculture experience.
• A diploma in ecology, natural resources, or a related field, and five years of forestry experience, including 3 years of silviculture experience.

Inquiries Only:

Hay River HR Client Service Centre

Department of Finance

Government of the Northwest Territories

209 - 62 WOODLAND DRIVE

HAY RIVER, NT X0E 1G1

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