Licensing Technologist

TE1 Technical Engineering Officer 1

Regular/full-time

Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship

Water Use Licensing, Water Stewardship and Biodiversity

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 31366

Salary(s):   TE1 $51,047.00 - $61,315.00 per year

Closing Date:   January 25, 2016

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Preference will be given to Women, Aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with a disability.

The Manitoba government has a comprehensive benefits package which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family related leave, and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers).

Conditions of Employment:

  • Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Qualifications:

 
Conditions of Employment:
 
  • Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
  • Must possess and maintain a valid full stage Class 5 Manitoba Drivers Licence
 
Essential:
 
  • A physical science-based degree or a diploma in agriculture, environmental or engineering technology or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
  • Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or equivalent software applications
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize workloads, multi-task and work on concurrent assignments with strict deadlines
  • Strong written communication skills
  • Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical information
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Strong problem solving and decision making skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a variety of stakeholder groups as well as in a team environment
 
Desired:
 
  • Ability to effectively resolve conflict
  • Training and/or experience using  Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and GPS
  • Knowledge of the Water Rights Act and Regulations

Duties:

The Licensing Technologist will support the effective and efficient delivery of regulatory services to ensure the sustainable use and allocation of Manitoba’s surface water resources for domestic, municipal, agricultural, industrial, irrigation and other purposes, in accordance with The Water Rights Act and Regulation.  Primary outputs include: recommendations concerning surface water allocation planning; preparation of draft permits and licences; investigates complaints and recommendations concerning compliance and enforcement measures; maintenance of detailed licensing spreadsheets for surface water sources to facilitate surface water allocation and licensing; and input on policy/procedure development.  The incumbent must be willing to engage the public as required to accomplish the duties of the position.

Apply to:

Advertisement # 31366
300-305 Broadway
Winnipeg, MB , R3C 3J7
Phone:  204-945-1149
Fax: 204-948-2193

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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