Wildfire Data Entry

Job title: Wildfire Data Entry

Job description: Job Information

Job Title: Wildfire Data Entry

Job Requisition ID: 21919

Ministry: Agriculture & Forestry

Location: Various

Full or Part-Time: Wage

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Regular/Temporary: Temporary Wages

Scope: Wages

Closing Date: January 31, 2022

Classification: Subsidiary 01B 3625 Administrative Support 3

About Us

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:

We work to enhance the economic, environmental and social contributions of our forests and forested lands to Albertans. For more information about the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economic Development please visit our website at:

For more information about the Wildfire Management Branch: .

Role

Do you like to work in a team focused environment? Are you organized and focused? Do you like to work within organized chaos?

If so, a Data Entry position may be an ideal seasonal position for you.

Data Entry staff are based in the Wildfire Management Area offices. The Data Entry position is a support role in administration. The primary function of this position is the accurate, consistent, and timely entry of information into various Wildfire databases.

Other Responsibilities
– Review, correct and enter seasonal and permanent time sheets
– Assist with administration & timesheet entry of Firetack Crews
– Assist Admin and Finance Staff
– Compile and send wage time reports
– Ensure supervisors are aware of any problems/issues
– Front desk reception as required, answering telephone calls in a timely and professional manner
– Photocopying and filing where necessary
– Attend and complete necessary training courses
– Provide administration support to the Management Area office when required
– Must be available for possible export (Travel outside of home area)
– Shift work (Evenings and weekends) may be required

Qualifications

The minimum requirement for this role is a high school diploma plus one (1) year of related experience. Candidates must be 18 years of age or older. Experience with MS Office Suite, keyboarding and computer skills, and strong organizational skills are required.

Previous experience with Forestry Division is an asset. Completion of a fitness test may be a requirement of this position.

Other Requirements
– Valid First Aid Certificate with CPR
– Valid Class 5 Drivers License
– Valid Defensive Driving Certificate
– Current Driver’s Abstract, showing a record of seven (7) demerits or less, must be obtained. Your Driver’s Abstract is required to be obtained within 30 days prior to your commencement date and must be presented to management prior to your commencement for the above-stated position.

Equivalencies may be considered.

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:

About Your Competencies:

• Agility
• Drive for Results
• Develop Self and Others
• Build Collaborative Environments
• Develop Networks
• Systems Thinking
• Creative Problem Solving

Salary

$21.41 to $26.05 per hour

Notes

This is a seasonal wages position with weekly hours up to 36.25. Those selected for an interview are requested to bring three work-related references.

What We Offer
Wage employees receive 11.2% in addition to regular wage earnings in lieu of benefits and vacation leave:
– 5.2 percent of regular wage earnings instead of paid holidays
– 6 percent of regular wage earnings instead

How To Apply

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Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

The Government of Alberta is implementing a proof of COVID 19 vaccination policy for all Alberta Public Service employees, to improve the health and safety of Alberta Public Service employees and Albertans we serve.

Any candidates in the process for applying for employment with the Government of Alberta, must be able to comply with one of the following:
– Proof of COVID 19 vaccination;
– If you are a successful candidate and have not provided proof of COVID 19 vaccination, you may select to produce a negative PCR (molecular polymerase chain reaction) or rapid test result, date-stamped within 72 hours of every scheduled work day/shift, on an ongoing basis starting on December 14, 2021. These tests will be paid for by the employee;
– Candidates and employees who are unable to get vaccinated based on a protected ground under the Alberta Human Rights Act may request approval for an exemption and accommodation.

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, please contact Carris Leece at (780) 427-6807 or e-mail: .

If this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to check for a listing of current career opportunities with the Government of Alberta.

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