Role Responsibilities

Step into a unique field-based role where your attention to detail directly supports safe and responsible pesticide use across Alberta. As a Field Inspector, you will work at the intersection of science, stewardship, and real-world application—collecting critical data, verifying compliance, and helping ensure high-risk products are used safely and responsibly.

If you enjoy hands-on work, operating independently in the field, and contributing to regulatory integrity without enforcement responsibility, this is a meaningful opportunity to play a key role in protecting both people and the environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct municipal audits and site inspections in alignment with established stewardship and audit protocols.
• Verify the presence, condition, and effectiveness of stewardship and risk mitigation measures.
• Review municipal records and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Accurately document field observations, findings, and inspections using standardized tools and templates.
• Identify, document, and escalate risks, inconsistencies, or compliance issues through appropriate channels.
• Maintain clear, objective, and timely records to support program accountability and reporting.
• Coordinate audit schedules and logistics with internal teams to ensure efficient operations.
• Participate in training, safety protocols, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support additional stewardship programs as operational needs require.
• Represent the program professionally when engaging with municipal stakeholders and partners.
• Operate government-issued equipment and vehicles safely and in accordance with policy.

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

Drive for Results - Takes and delegates responsibility for outcomes:

• Uses variety of resources to monitor own performance standards.
• Acknowledges even indirect responsibility.
• Commits to what is good for Albertans even if not immediately accepted.
• Reaches goals consistent with APS direction.

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.
• Anticipates and mitigates emotions of others.
• Anticipates obstacles and stays focused on goals.
• Makes decisions and takes action in uncertain situations and creates a backup plan.

Build Collaborative Environments - Facilitates open communication and leverages team skill:

• Leverages skills and knowledge of others.
• Genuinely values and learns from others.
• Facilitates open and respectful conflict resolution.
• Recognizes and appreciates others.

Creative Problem Solving - Focuses on continuous improvement and increasing breadth of insight:

• Asks questions to understand a problem.
• Looks for new ways to improve results and activities.
• Explores different work methods and what made projects successful, shares learning.
• Collects breadth of data and perspectives to make choices.

Systems Thinking - Considers inter-relationships and emerging trends to attain goals:

• Seeks insight on implications of different options.
• Analyzes long-term outcomes, focus on goals and values.
• Identifies unintended consequences.

Develop Self and Others - Seeks out learning and knowledge-sharing opportunities:

• Reflects on performance and identifies development opportunities.
• Takes initiative to stay current.
• Shares with the team even when not asked.
• Actively coaches and mentors direct reports.

Qualifications

• High school diploma supplemented with courses or post secondary education related to Science, Biology, Agrology, Pesticide or Environmental Science; or equivalent as described below.
  
  

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

• A valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Must be eligible for appointment under the Agriculture Pest Act and Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act as inspectors.
  
  

Preference will be given to those with previous pesticide application experience and/ or knowledge

Assets

• Knowledge of Agriculture practices in Alberta.
• Completion of post‑secondary training in agriculture, environmental sciences, resource management, or a related technical field is an asset.
• Experience in inspection, monitoring, surveying, or data‑collection roles, preferably in agricultural, environmental, or rural settings.
• Proficiency with basic data‑collection tools, forms, and standard office software.
• Working outdoors in seasonal or operational field roles is an asset.
• Experience following standardized procedures and accurately documenting observations using approved forms or tools.
  
  

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

• Job Location: Can work in Olds, Airdrie, Red Deer, Edmonton or other locations within the North and South regions. Please select your preferred location in the pre-screen question.
• Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week.
• Monday to Friday (08:15 am-16:30 pm).
• Temporary full time (Ending November 30, 2026. Possible re-hire in Spring 2027 for the Spring/Summer season).
• Travel within Alberta will be required.

Other Application Information

• A cover letter is required with your application, outlining how your education and experience align with the role
• Final candidates may be required to undergo a written test demonstrating writing skills and abilities pre or post interviews.
• 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.