Permanent Nova Scotia is rich in natural resources – including biodiversity, forests, geological resources, provincial parks and the land we manage. The Department of Lands and Forestry is responsible for the development, management, conservation and protection of forest, mineral, parks and wildlife resources and the administration of the province's Crown land. We are looking for Forestry Technicians who will deliver departmental programs concerning the development, maintenance, protection and public education of forestry, wildlife and recreation resources.

Crown

Land or Private Land management

- Monitoring for Forest Sustainability Regulations compliance
- Forest fire prevention and suppression
- Wildlife studies, biological surveys & insects and diseases surveys
- Public liaison and education activities You have successfully completed a department recognized two-year forestry or related Natural Resources Technical Diploma (Transcript upon request). You have a proven knowledge and experience in the processes, policies, procedures and regulations related to the Wildlife Management, Wood Acquisition Program (WAP), WHWP Regulations, Crown Road and Extension Methods. You are also knowledgeable in the principles and practices involved in forest resource management, forest fire prevention and suppression measures, public education activities, and occupational health & safety regulations. You are a strong communicator (both verbally and in writing) and have sound judgement. You should have some experience with GPS systems and ArcView software and be computer literate.



You have a valid NS driver’s license (minimum Class 5) or equivalent and access to a motor vehicle. You will be required to operate department vehicles, including off road vehicles, boats and equipment, work in remote areas and travel long distances on foot over rough terrain.

It will be considered an asset if you have: Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of perks such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Combination of office and outdoor environment. Some field projects required contending with insects and extremes of temperature.

Duties often require standby and callback, working irregular scheduled hours, and overtime. Must be physically fit, as incumbents are required to lift and carry fire equipment over rough terrain and work long hours when engaged in fire suppression. Must be physically capable of operating chain saws and heavy equipment, and pass any physical fitness requirement for the position.

Career

Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources,



and ongoing training for every stage of your career. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.

Employment Equity Statement

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians, Persons of African Descent, Racialized Persons, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ Persons and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.

This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). Failure correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued. External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates.

If you are receiving a pension from the Nova Scotia Public Service Superannuation Plan ( PSSP ) or any related plans, you cannot receive pension payments while contributing to the same plan. If you accept a position that requires PSSP contributions, your pension payments must be stopped. the Nova Scotia Pension Services Corporation for more information.

📌 Forestry Technician - Temporary (Whycocomagh)
🏢 The Government of Nova Scotia
📍 Whycocomagh