Closing Date: Apr 30, 2025

The Special Areas Board is looking for an energetic and highly organized Agricultural Fieldman. This unique position combines municipal and legislated responsibilities, managing agricultural programs in accordance with Alberta legislation and directives from the Special Areas Board. Appointed by the Agricultural Service Board (ASB), the Agricultural Fieldman promotes sustainable agriculture and supports producers in Special Area No. 4.

Requirements:

• Completion of Grade 12 (or GED) is required. Preference will be given to applicants with post-secondary education in agriculture, natural resources, or a related field. A combination of education, skills, and directly related experience will be considered, provided the applicant holds and maintains a valid Pesticide Applicator’s License in Alberta. Must also maintain Vendor and Service Registration and a valid Form 7 Certificate for the municipality through Alberta Environment.
• Strong working knowledge of applicable provincial legislation, including the Agricultural Service Board Act, Weed Control Act, Agricultural Pests Act, and Soil Conservation Act, with the ability to interpret and apply this legislation to support local agricultural needs.
• Deep understanding of pesticide use, including chemical, biological, environmental, regulatory, and sustainability considerations. Demonstrated expertise in plant biology and identification, grassland ecology, and agronomy.
• Practical knowledge of local agricultural production practices such as livestock management, cropping systems, irrigation, and forage production. Experience with soil and water conservation programming suited to semi-arid environments.

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