Lead wildfire management and sustainable forestry programs as a full-time Forest Area Manager in Fort McMurray, Alberta, with office and field responsibilities.
The Alberta Public Service seeks a senior manager for the Ministry of Forestry and Parks. You will oversee wildfire management, forest health, and forest management programs within a designated Forest Area. Collaboration with Environment and Protected Areas and Operational Services supports administration under a service agreement.

Key Responsibilities

Prioritize protection of people, communities, watersheds, resources, and infrastructureDirect wildfire prevention, detection, research, pre-suppression, and suppression activitiesEnsure sustainable timber establishment, harvest,



and removalImplement and manage the Forest Health program budgetCollaborate with government executives and operational services managersRequirements:
University graduation and six years progressively responsible related experienceOr forestry diploma and ten years natural resource experienceKnowledge of wildfire, forest management, and forest health programsUnderstanding of legislation, policy, regulations, budgeting, and expenditure controlEligibility for Alberta forest management qualified membership preferredApply senior leadership, wildfire expertise, and sustainable forest management knowledge across Alberta’s Fort McMurray Forest Area.
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🏢 Government of Alberta
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