Job InformationJob Title: Area Occupational Health and Safety CoordinatorJob Requisition ID: 74421Ministry: Forestry and ParksLocation: Peace RiverFull or Part-Time: Full timeHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekPermanent/Temporary: PermanentScope: Open CompetitionClosing Date: August 21, 2025Classification: Program Servce 3 Market AdjustmentSalary: $2,626.89 to $3,448.73 bi-weekly ($68,561- $ 90,011/year)The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx.
The Ministry of Forestry and Parks invests in the environmentally responsible growth of Alberta's wood products and forestry sector. We are committed to protecting Alberta's forests from wildfires and preserving our provincial parks for the recreation and enjoyment of Albertans. For more information on the Ministry of Forestry and Parks, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/forestry-and-parks.aspx.Role Responsibilities
Reporting to the Forest Area Manager (FAM), the Area Occupational Health and Safety Coordinator (AOC) is responsible for facilitating and coordinating the implementation of the Forestry and Parks Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) program within a designated geographic Area.The AOC plays a central role in the Area’s health and safety operations, participating in—and often coordinating—all Area OHS committees. The position also contributes to the development and harmonization of the broader Forestry Division OHS program.Key responsibilities include:
• Supporting the development of the Area OHS plan in collaboration with Area staff.
• Conducting regular audits of OHS-related activities and measuring, evaluating, and reporting on program performance.
• Participating in field activities and conducting field-based observations to understand work practices, and to assess the effectiveness of safe work programs at the operational level.
• Providing and coordinating OHS training sessions, and conducting safety audits and inspections to ensure compliance with legislation and policy requirements.
• Managing OHS database systems and offering expert OHS advice and information to internal stakeholders.
• Playing a key role in hazard management and incident investigations, and developing recommendations on safety measures, systems, and practices—both general and specialized.
• Contributing to the development of processes, procedures, and supporting tools related to the implementation of the Government of Alberta (GOA) OHS program within the Forestry Division.
• Evaluating the implementation and maintenance of the Area OHS program in alignment with the GOA Occupational Health and Safety Program, and ensuring consistency with branch, divisional, ministry, and GOA OHS plans.This role is instrumental in maintaining and enhancing a strong safety culture within the Forestry Division, ensuring that safe work practices are not only followed but continuously improved through rigorous evaluation and collaboration.Join us in making a difference and protecting our forests and communities for future generations.Please click this link to view the job description.APS Compentencies
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.
• Creative Problem Solving: Anticipates, assesses, and readily adapts to changing priorities, maintains resilience in times of uncertainty and effectively works in a changing environment.
• Build Collaborative Environments: Takes a collaborative approach with work to foster open communication and leverage team skills.
• Agility: Identifies alternative approaches in uncertain, complex situations, supporting others in determining and assessing strategy.
• Systems Thinking: Considers the changing environment, recognizes how the work impacts a vast network of stakeholders.
• Develop Self and Others: Aims to learn from experiences, shifts, and keeps current with skills and knowledge to remain competitive.Qualifications
Minimum Requirement:
Completion of a two-year Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution, along with a minimum of four (4) years of experience in a health and safety coordinating role within a large organization that has complex, multi-faceted field operations; or
A relevant degree combined with at least two (2) years of related OHS experience; or
OHS Practitioner Certification with a minimum of five (5) years of directly related experience in the field.
Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of: 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.Additional Requirements, Understanding of the following:
OHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes.
Government of Alberta Occupational Health and Safety program and safety program training components.
Certificate of Recognition audit process (CoR auditor certification preferred).
Incident investigation techniques and processes.
Safety management systems for multi-disciplined work areas.
Qualifications Continued
Assets, Understanding of the following:
FIT test certification for respirators.
National Safety Code.
Various health and safety hazards (e.g. chemical/occupational hygiene, ergonomic hazards, hazards associated with a variety of materials/equipment).
Project management methodologies, practices and processes.
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.Notes
This is a full time permanent position with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday. The incumbent may be requested to work overtime, evening and weekends due to the emergency nature of wildfiresTravel within the area and throughout the province will be required as part of your responsibilities to coordinate with Ministry staff and colleagues, other government departments, clients, and other external stakeholders.Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.Candidates may be asked to complete a written assignment as a part of the interview process.Application Information:
In your application, please include a cover letter detailing your interest, and role related experience.
In your resume include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part time or full time. For example January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Foreman (PT three, 8 hour shifts/week).
Three (3) work-related references are required for those selected for an interview.
What the GoA has to offer:
Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.
Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca.
Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits.
Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive.
Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca.
Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
Leadership and mentorship programs.
How To ApplyApplicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) (https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing StatementThis competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Michele Murphy at Michele.Murphy@gov.ab.ca.
