Planning Analyst, Program Analyst, Crown Land Specialist

Planning Analyst, Program Analyst, Crown Land Specialist

RP3 Resource Planner 3

Regular/full-time

Economic Development, Investment, Trade and Natural Resources

Lands and Planning Branch, Resource Stewardship Division

Neepawa MB, Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 42099

Salary(s): RP3 $67,936.00 - $85,657.00 per year

Closing Date: January 12, 2024

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

The Lands and Planning Branch is responsible for land tenure and allocation management, planning, program delivery, and policy on lands administered under the Crown Lands Act. The branch provides Crown land tenure and allocation expertise and services to clients while working with other governments, Indigenous communities, agencies, industry, and community stakeholders.
To be considered for an interview, you MUST submit the application form (link below) along with your resume. No cover letter required.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must be willing and able to travel to rural, northern, remote communities throughout the province, by various forms of transportation, with occasional overnight stays.
• Must possess and maintain a valid full stage Manitoba Class 5 Drivers Licence.
• Must be physically capable of performing duties and functions of the position including walking over rough terrain, lifting up to 30 lbs., and occasionally working in inclement weather conditions.
• Must be willing to work overtime as required.

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Degree in sciences, land management, natural resources, planning, or public administration. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• Experience relating to land management and planning processes.
• Experience researching, analyzing, and interpreting legislation, regulations and other information to formulate management recommendations and facilitate policy development.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to integrate scientific, technical, stakeholder, and Indigenous knowledge in land use, management and allocation decisions.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and maintain effective working relationships with various stakeholders such as government, non-government, industry, and Indigenous communities, resources users and the public.
• Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate information in a clear and concise manner.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to write various documents and detailed analytical reports for decision makers and stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines while managing multiple priorities and competing timeframes.

Duties:
The position(s) act as a primary contact for client inquires relating to the use and occupancy of lands administered under the Crown Lands Act and is responsible to develop and implement provincial Crown Land plans, operational policies and deliver programs and initiatives related to branch and department priorities. The position(s) responsibilities are complex, requiring a high degree of critical thinking, analytical and emotional intelligence skills to collaborate, foster relations and make sound management recommendations.

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To be considered for an interview, you MUST submit the application form (link below) along with your resume. No cover letter required.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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