Job Description
This posting is for one non-permanent hourly seasonal position from May-August 2025.
Join Planning and Development Services for the 2025 summer season! The Small Animal Control Technician will assist in the coordination, planning and delivery of Strathcona County’s Problem Wildlife program to the general public, including private and public land, industry, and commercial operations. The positions are focused on the control of a variety of pests including wildlife.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with the control of problem wildlife within the parameters of the Agricultural Pests Act, the Wildlife Act, and Strathcona County’s policies and procedures
- Assist and advise on control of small problem mammals on private and public land
- Provide customer services including accurate technical information to the public, other jurisdictions, consultants/contractors/developers and other departments
- Assist in surveying for various diseases and pests within the parameters of the Agricultural Pests Act, and Strathcona County’s policies and procedures
- Educate and provide current information to landowners regarding best management practices and biosecurity options to prevent the spread of diseases and pests
Qualifications & Skills
- Attending or completed post-secondary education in an Agricultural or Environmental field with courses in wildlife biology; two years related experience is preferred
- Knowledge of small mammal biology and control techniques
- Knowledge and familiarity with the Agricultural Pests Act, and Strathcona County’s policies and procedures
- Effective customer service, public relations and communication skills (verbal and written) to work with diverse groups of individuals and the ability to deal with residents in challenging situations
- General computer proficiency and the ability to learn department specific software; experience in GIS is an asset
- The ability to work self-sufficiently in field conditions that include inclement weather and remote rural areas
- Current Standard First Aid is an asset
- A Possession and Acquisition License (PAL) and Firearms Safety Course
Conditions of Employment
- Submission of Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
- Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s licence and submission of a Driver’s Abstract with less than 7 demerits
- Successful passing of a Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Test
- Ability to perform physical labour as part of the job duties and stand/walk for extended periods of time
Who We Are:
Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta. Our vision is to become Canada’s most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, fairness, and cooperation.
Why Join Strathcona County:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Health and wellness spending account
- Employee and family assistance program
- Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities.
- Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace.
Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.
Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
