Wildfire Superintendent - Northern RegionP10 Professional Officer 10Regular/full-timeNatural Resources and Indigenous FuturesThompson MBAdvertisement Number: 45703Salary(s): P10 $98,310.00 - $124,694.00 per year Plus Remoteness Allowance, if applicable.Closing Date: November 3, 2026The 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.An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months.IntroductionThe Regional Wildfire Superintendent (RWS) is a senior management position responsible for directing and overseeing the delivery of complex wildfire management programs within the Northern Fire Region.Duties:Reporting to the Executive Director of the Wildfire Service, the Wildfire Superintendent- Northern Region provides leadership and oversight in the development, coordination, and evaluation of wildfire policies, directives, programs and budgets. The Superintendent directs and manages staff and operations across the region, under the direction of the Executive Director and in close collaboration with other Superintendents and the Provincial Fire Centre.Qualifications:Post-secondary education from a recognized college or university in a field related to natural resource management, forestry, fire science, or other natural sciences. An equivalent combination of related education, training and experience may be consideredExperience in planning,



administering/delivering and managing wildfire or land-based programmingSupervisory experience, including experience with performance evaluations/management, attendancemanagement, discipline, investigating complaints/concernsField experience in wildfire suppression, in supervisory roleFinancial management experience including: preparing, monitoring and controlling annual operating, salary, and capital budgetsStrong problem-solving and decision-making skillsStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholdersEffective verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of staff, colleagues andstakeholdersStrong written communications skills, with the ability to complete high level authority seeking documents, Advisory notes and proposalsExperience procuring/contracting goods and services and managing projects and contractor relationshipsConditions of Employment:Must be legally entitled to work in CanadaMust possess and maintain a Class 5 Manitoba Drivers licenseMust be willing and able to travel within Manitoba and Canada, including travel to remote areas by different types of aircraft, and overnight stays in primitive accommodationMust be willing and able to work overtime, including evenings and weekendsMust provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record CheckWhy Work For Manitoba Government?The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your significant contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.Defined pension planLife insurance coverageLong-Term Disability PlanEmployer paid health care benefits including health, dental and visionExtended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and moreAnnual health spending

📌 Wildfire Superintendent - Northern Region (Thompson)
🏢 Government of Manitoba
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