Job Information
Job Title: Livestock Disposal and Programs SpecialistJob Requisition ID: 75485 Ministry: Agriculture and IrrigationLocation: EdmontonFull or Part-Time: Full-timeHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekPermanent/Temporary: PermanentScope: Open CompetitionClosing Date: November 10, 2025Classification: Program Services 4 Salary: $3,056.50 - $4,006.62 bi-weekly ($79,775 - $104,573/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 Agriculture and Irrigation (AGI) is responsible for the policies, legislation, regulations, programs, and services that enable Alberta’s agriculture and food sectors to flourish and contribute to Alberta’s economic recovery and growth. The ministry’s role is diverse, ranging from food safety and industry growth and diversification to increasing investment and supporting growth in rural Alberta. For more information about the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation please visit our website at: https://www.alberta.ca/agriculture-and-irrigation.aspx.Strong animal health policies and practices are essential for safeguarding animal health, public health, the environment, and Alberta’s agriculture industry. This position reports to the Animal Health Section (AHS), which works closely with the Office of the Chief Provincial Veterinarian (OCPV). Together, AHS and OCPV work with industry partners, other provinces, and all levels of government to prevent and control animal diseases. Their joint efforts include providing information, monitoring regulated diseases, and ensuring compliance with Alberta’s Animal Health Act and Reportable and Notifiable Diseases Regulation.Role Responsibilities
Do you have a passion for Animal Health and come with in depth knowledge of livestock and poultry production, and the development and implementation of livestock and poultry disposal plans? If you have this experience and want to continue propelling your career forward by working within the Animal Health Section (AHS) with the Government of Alberta, please apply to this position. Working within the AHS and in collaboration with the Office of the Chief Provincial Veterinarian (OCPV), the role provides operational support and policy input, particularly in the areas of livestock and poultry disposal, and premises identification. This position will support the Chief Provincial Veterinarian (CPV) and Ministry staff with guidance, developing and implementing livestock and poultry disposal plans for producers and meat facilities in Alberta following the principles of the Disposal of Dead Animals Regulation under the Animal Health Act, as well as legislation of other Government of Alberta Ministries and the Government of Canada, ensuring that disposal is complying with the conditions in all legislation.Key Responsibilities:
Lead livestock and poultry disposal planning.
Develop livestock and poultry disposal plans for approval by the CPV.
Work with producers and meat facilities on disposal plans that comply with legislation.
Provide input into livestock and poultry disposal policy using knowledge from development of disposal plans.
Provide information and clarification on livestock and poultry disposal legislation to Ministry staff, producers, industry associations, meat facilities and CFIA.
Participate in Animal Disease Outbreak and Emergency Management.
Support OCPV in the development and maintenance of a mass livestock mortality disposal plan in the event of a foreign animal disease.
Lead the mass livestock mortality disposal in the event of a foreign animal disease.
Coordinate Premises Identification Data (PID) Maintenance Projects.
Provide Representation on Committees and Collaborate on Ministry Priorities.
Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.APS Competencies
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 - creates the environment for innovative problem solving:
Generates new ways of thinking; ensures right questions are being asked about a problem.
Eliminates barriers to creativity and innovation.
Systems Thinking - Integrates broader context into planning:
Plans for how current situation is affected by broader trends.
Integrates issues, political environment and risks when considering possible actions.
Supports organization vision and goals through strategy.
Drive for Results - Takes and delegates responsibility for outcomes:
Uses variety of resources to monitor own performance standards.
Commits to what is good for Albertans even if not immediately accepted.
Reaches goals consistent with APS direction.
Build Collaborative Environments - Collaborates across functional areas and proactively addresses conflict:
Encourages broad thinking on projects, and works to eliminate barriers to progress.
Facilitates communication and collaboration.
Promotes collaboration and commitment.
Develop Networks - Makes working with a wide range of parties imperative:
Creates impactful relationships with the right people.
Ensures needs of varying groups are represented.
Agility - Identifies and manages required change and the associated risks:
Identifies alternative approaches and supports others to do the same.
Proactively explains impact of changes.
Makes decisions and takes action in uncertain situations and creates a backup plan.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirement for this Role:
University graduation (Science, Animal Science, Agriculture or a related field) plus four (4) years progressively responsible related experience such as animal health.
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.
Preference will be given to those that can demonstrate knowledge of food animal production systems and knowledge of livestock and poultry disposal.
Assets:
Understanding of the humane livestock depopulation/livestock disposal process.
Incident Command System Level 300 training.
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
Position Information:
Office located in Edmonton, AB (O.S Longman Bldg, 6909-116 Street, NW Edmonton, AB T6H 4P2).
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week.
Monday to Friday (08:15 am-16:30 pm).
Permanent full time.
Other Application Information:
A cover letter is required with your application, outlining how your education and experience aligns with the role.
Final candidates may be required to undergo a written test demonstrating writing skills and abilities pre or post interviews.
Please indicate employment duration for all roles listed on your resume and whether you worked part-time or full-time. For example, January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs. shifts/week).
This position may require final candidates to undergo a security clearance.
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.
Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.
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 Sam Thomas Mathew at Sam.Thomasmathew@gov.ab.ca.
