Game Farm Investigator - INV001348
Employment Type: Permanent Full-time
Location(s): SK-Stoon-Saskatoon SK-North East-Tisdale, SK-Stoon-Outlook, SK-Central East-Yorkton, SK-South West-Swift Current, SK-Central West-Kindersley, SK-Rgna-Regina, SK-North Central-Prince Albert, SK-North West-North Battleford, SK-South Central-Moose Jaw
Ministry: 001 Agriculture
Salary Range: $27.624 - $34.617 Hourly
Grade: SGEU.07.
The Ministry of Agriculture requires a motivated, detail-orientated and self-confident individual to fill the Game Farm Investigator position. There are two positions available - 1 term position (18 months), and 1 permanent position.
As part of the Emergency Response and Inspection team in the Livestock Branch, you will be responsible for the delivery of the Game Farm, Fur Farm and Wild Boar Programs which includes investigative work and enforcement of the regulations pertaining to game, fur and wild boar farms; completing game and fur farm inventories; and providing inspections such as for fencing requirements and purging wild big game animals from newly fenced lands.
The successful candidates will have knowledge of the game farm, fur farm and wild boar industries and applicable legislation; animal welfare standards and investigative aids. The abilities required for success in this position include excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills that enable compliance in difficult situations; handling of game farm animals efficiently and humanely; excellent written and oral communication skills that provide clear and concise information; use of computer applications; appropriate application of the various Acts and regulations, policies and procedures related to the game, fur and wild boar industries; independent planning and prioritization of work to meet program mandates; driving of all-terrain vehicles (ATV); recognition of risks to yourself and others with ability to take steps to minimize or remove the risks; and working cooperatively with others in a team environment to enable positive working relationships.
Candidates are asked to fully describe in their resume/cover letter how they have obtained the knowledge and abilities identified above.
As a field employees, you may be required to work non-traditional, flexible hours and be on the road at a minimum 50% of the time. The position will require overnight travel throughout the province at all times of the year. A valid driver’s license is required for the position. The successful candidates are subject to a Criminal Record Check as a condition of employment and are required to complete safe ATV driving and First Aid certification courses if not previously done.
Typically, the knowledge and skills required for this position would be obtained through extensive regulatory experience as an inspector/investigator in the game farm, fur farm and wild boar industries or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
We are committed to workplace diversity.
Hours of Work: B - SGEU Field 37.33 - one day off every three weeks
Number of Openings: 2
Closing Date: Aug 21, 2024, 12:59:00 AM
