Assistant Agricultural Fieldman

Assistant Agricultural Fieldman

The Assistant Agricultural Fieldman serves as a vital resource to the Manager of Agricultural Services, ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of agricultural services within the MD of Taber. This role encompasses a range of duties from horticultural programming to equipment operation, all while maintaining the highest standards of safety and public relations. The Assistant Agricultural Fieldman also works heavily in extension and education activities, sharing agricultural knowledge and resources with the residents of the MD of Taber.

· Consult with the Manager of Agricultural Services on daily operations and project progress.

· Lead and direct various Agricultural Services teams

· Deliver horticultural programming and services as directed.

· Produce newsletter articles for the quarterly municipal newsletter.

· Assist in delivering extension and education activities to MD residents.

· Participate in field surveys for weeds and other agriculture pests.

· Operate equipment for Agricultural Service Department activities as required.

· Maintain records related to Agricultural Service Department activities.

· Organize, supervise, and when required, perform spray operations.

· Report on project progress and attend Agricultural Service Board meetings as needed.

· Act as a resource to the Manager and perform delegated duties.

· High school Diploma or GED.

· Extensive knowledge of Agriculture.

· Agricultural Diploma or Degree considered an asset.

· Previous Horticultural knowledge and training considered an asset.

· Minimum of 3 years experience in agricultural practice, equipment operation, and maintenance.

· Valid Class 1 or 3 driver's license with Q endorsement considered an asset.

· Valid Alberta Pesticide Applicator Certificate with Agriculture, Industrial, and Landscape classes (or ability to obtain)

· Ability to obtain Alberta Form 7 Permit (Permit for Coyote and Skunk Control on Another Person’s Land)

· Excellent written and verbal skills.

· Above-average computer literacy.

· Strong leadership skills and abilities

· Strong public relations skills.

· Quality advisory and reporting skills.

· Well-organized with even, productive work output.

· Ability to work overtime as required.

· Maintain confidentiality.

The Municipal District of Taber provides a professional workplace culture that promotes leadership and continuous learning. We offer training opportunities to enhance your skills, a competitive salary, an excellent employee benefits program, and participation in the LAPP pension.

Qualifications:

· Post-secondary Degree or Certifications in one or a combination of the following: Land Use Planning, Business Administration, or a related discipline. A Combination of education and experience may be considered.

· Professional work record that demonstrates effective implementation and facilitation of local and regional development processes along with adept community relations skills and capacity – preferably in a rural municipal setting.

· Adept at facilitating and assisting the public and stakeholders navigate through municipal development processes.

· Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly in both written and oral formats. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a demanding workload which requires attention to detail.

· High degree of competency in using computers for planning, reporting and analysis; able to use Microsoft Office Suite software and other municipal software.

The Municipal District of Taber offers a professional workplace culture that encourages leadership and learning, including opportunities for professional development to improve your existing knowledge and passion for public service, as well as a competitive salary and excellent employee benefit program and LAPP pension.

Please visit the MD of Taber’s website for additional position information at

https://www.mdtaber.ab.ca/p/employment

Interested individuals are invited to submit by email a cover letter and resume with references by email to: HR@mdtaber.ab.ca

Municipal District of Taber 4900B – 50th Street

Taber, Alberta T1G 1T2

Resumes will be reviewed as they are submitted and we encourage qualified applicants to submit their application package promptly. We thank all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be personally contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $65,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-15