Resource Specialist, Utility Arborist

JOB SUMMARY:

The employee in this classification is responsible to research, develop, recommend, monitor and implement highly specialized and/or technical programs and/or functions for the corporation. This position may be responsible to conduct field studies and investigations into issues that have potential impact on SaskPower’s operations and the Province of Saskatchewan.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Work with government regulatory agencies, boards, communities and/or interest groups to develop programs to mitigate environmental, resource and other impacts of SaskPower’s operations

• Plan and conduct program management, technical and/or environmental impact assessments and management programs as it relates to the area of expertise

• As a subject matter expert, assist and/or lead the development of corporate standards and provide support to all areas of SaskPower

• Provide expert advice and assistance to the Corporation

• Utilize professional judgment to make informed decisions regarding mitigation options and preventative measures related to SaskPower and Provincial resources

• Identify, research and monitor emerging issues that could impact SaskPower’s operations

• Assist with environmental and heritage resource studies for new projects and corporate initiatives

• Represent SaskPower on working groups, interest groups, communities and public forums on related issues

• Promote and comply with all Corporate, Provincial and Federal regulations

• Travel province wide as required by the position

• Participate in continuous educational and professional development as required

• Other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Bachelor of Science in Forestry, Forestry Resource Technology Diploma, Integrated Resource Management Diploma, or equivalent AND/OR;

• Certified Utility Arborist (CUA) or Certified Utility Tree Trimmer (UTT), or equivalent

• Ability to obtain the International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist Utility Specialist (ISAUS) 

• Five (5) years of related utility experience

• Knowledge of related Provincial and Federal Acts, regulations and legislations

• Demonstrated research, analysis and presentation skills

• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated organizational, coordination and project management skills

• Ability to take initiatives and to lead and motivate people

• Ability to forecast and predict budget requirements

• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence, as required by the position