Wildfire Data Entry

**Job Information**:
Job Requisition ID:
37156
Ministry:
Forestry, Parks and Tourism
Location:
Various
Full or Part-Time:
Wage (3-6 month seasonal term)
Hours of Work:
36.25 hours per week
Regular/Temporary:
Wage (3-6 month seasonal term)
Scope:
Wages
Closing Date:
January 31, 2023
Classification:
Subsidiary 01B 3625 Administrative Support 3
**About Us**:
The Wildfire Management Branch inspires public confidence in wildfire and forest management, sustaining operations and preventative practices, and leading collaboration that enables safe and resilient communities. For more information about the Wildfire Management Branch:
**Role**:
Alberta Wildfire is seeking multiple seasonal Wildfire Data Entry personnel to join our team!
Seasonal Wildfire Data Entry positions are strategically located in ten (10) Forest Area offices throughout the province of Alberta. High Level, Peace River, Fort McMurray, Lac La Biche, Grande Prairie, Slave Lake, Whitecourt, Edson, Calgary and Rocky Mountain House.
Additional Duties:
- General Office Duties;
photocopying, Filing, Mail, Maintaining office equipment etc.
- Communicate effectively with supervisor, duty officer and other internal and external wildfire associates as needed.
- Front desk reception;
answering telephone calls in a timely and professional manner.
- Review, correct, enter, and report on salary, wage, contracted and emergency hire time.
- Data entry and tracking of training and safety records for large volumes of personnel.
- Assist with contract administration as needed
- Assist Admin, Finance and various other wildfire staff with additional administrative wildfire duties as needed.
- Attend and complete necessary training courses
- Follow all relevant Standard Operating Procedures and Business Rules
- Be available to travel to work in other forest areas in and out of province.
- Shift work (Evenings and weekends) may be required
**Qualifications**:
Directly related education and or experience is considered on a one-for-one basis. Lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification level.
**Additional Requirements**:
- Strong Keyboarding and computer skills in either Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace or an equivalent software
- Able to work evenings, weekends and extended hours
- 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.
**Assets**:
- Previous forestry experience or experience with the Forestry Division
- Experience using Wildfire Management software:
Fire Information Resource System (FIRES) and Dispatch
- Knowledge of resources used in wildfire operations and the Incident Command System.
- Knowledge of Wildfire Management, business rules, policies and standard operating procedures
**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**:
- Creative Problem Solving:
Develops solutions to complex problems conscious of the development, conservation, and use of resources;
- Drive for Results:
Strives to exceed objectives and maximize resources to achieve results aligned with the goals of the department, considerate to both internal and external stakeholders;
- Develop Networks:
Maintains close relations with all stakeholders, actively incorporates the needs of the broader group, and ensures overall client satisfaction;
- Build Collaborative Environments:
Takes a collaborative approach with your 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, recognizing the work impacting a vast network of stakeholders;
- Develop Self and Others:
Aims to learn from experiences, shift, and keep current with our skills and knowledge to remain competitive.
**Salary**:
$21.67 to $26.37 per hour
**Notes**:
This requisition is recruiting for seasonal wages Wildfire Data Entry positions with weekly hours up to 36.25. Evening and Weekend Shift Differential may be available as required.
The terms of employment may range from 3-6 months during active wildfire season (from March 1st
- October 31st).
Those selected for an interview are requested to provide three professional references.
**What We Offer**:
Wage employees receive 11.2% in addition to regular wage earnings in lieu of paid h