environmental officer
Title posted on CareerBeacon - Regional Water Planning Officer
Posted on August 08, 2026 by Employer details Department of Environment and Local Government
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Regional Water Planning OfficerDepartment of Environment and Local Government Pay Band 4OpenContract/Secondment (One Year)Grand FallsInterested in making a difference in our province? We encourage you to Choose GNB! Who we areThe work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home. The Environmental Science and Climate Change Division is responsible for the environmental review of major projects, monitoring the air and water resources of New Brunswick, addressing climate change mitigation and adaptation, policy direction and legislative agenda development for the department. It provides scientific assessment and environmental protection advice and reports on the state of the environment, leads initiatives promoting the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and the adaptation to impacts of climate change, develops programs and policies, and provides technical, scientific and engineering support. This includes interpreting, evaluating and maintaining awareness of research and developments in environmental health and climate issues and initiatives on behalf of the department. The division consists of the following branches: Climate Change and Sciences, Environmental Impact Assessment, Healthy Environments, Policy, and Strategic Policy Initiatives.The Department of Environment and Local Government provide leadership in environmental management and addressing climate change while supporting strong local governance and vibrant communities throughout New Brunswick.Our vision: Working together for a healthy environment and vibrant communities.Our mission statement: We are dedicated to safeguarding and enhancing the environment while fostering vibrant, sustainable and resilient communities through environmental stewardship, evidence-based approaches and supporting effective local governance.For more information, please go to our website: Department of Environment and Local Government - gnb.ca.What you will do? Reporting to the Director of the Healthy Environments Branch, the successful candidates will be the focal point for drinking water protection (both ground and surface water sources) and watershed management in the regions. The incumbents will serve as the principal liaison between the Department¿s Source Water Section and the regional offices, and with other government departments and stakeholders, concerning drinking water protection and watershed management issues. The incumbents will be responsible for: coordinating activities for program implementation and delivery in the regions and the provision of regional and local input to planning and compliance processes; interacting with watershed and wellfield landowners, other stakeholders, and community groups regarding the delivery of the drinking water programs and compliance activities associated with the Clean Water Act.Who you areYou are open to new challenges, solution-oriented and able to work within a team. You enjoy being part of a collaborative team working towards common goals. You are concerned for the safety and wellbeing of New Brunswickers. Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:Essential qualificationsUniversity degree in Science, Forestry or environmental management and a minimum of four (4) years related work experience. Possession of a valid New Brunswick Class 5 driver's license is also required.An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.Written and spoken competence in English and French is required. Please state your language capability. Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is ide- Location Grand Falls, NB
- Work location On site
- Salary$29.33 to $56.41HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CareerBeacon #2233855
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