Staff Sergeant

RO5 Resource Officer 5

Regular/full-time

Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures

Conservation Officer Service, Conservation and Wildfire Division

Thompson MB

Advertisement Number: 45171

Salary(s): RO5 $91,284.00 - $112,946.00 per year plus remoteness allowance, northern premium and qualification pay (if applicable)

Closing Date: May 24, 2026

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).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

The Department of Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures is looking for qualified candidates for the role of Staff Sergeant with the Conservation Officer Service Branch in Thompson, Manitoba.

Duties:

The Staff Sergeant position is responsible for the management and delivery of the Conservation Officer Service enforcement mandate, which include legislation compliance and parks safety and security at the compliance area level. This position is also accountable for the successful management and delivery of the Department’s wildlife, fishery, crown land, and forestry programs within the compliance area and may become involved in wildfire suppression duties.

Why Work For Manitoba Government?

The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.

Financial Security

• Attractive salaries

• Defined pension plan

• Life insurance coverage

• Long-Term Disability Plan

Benefit Plan

• Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision

• Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more

• Annual health spending account for eligible employees

Commitment to Health and Wellness

• Employee and Family Assistance Program

• Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days

• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions

• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service

• Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development

We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.

Organizational Culture and Values

The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.

Impact on Manitoba’s Future

By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Graduate of a minimum two-year program from a university or college in resource management studies or environmental management studies or another field of study acceptable to the chief conservation officer, including experience working in a multi-disciplined environment as a conservation officer at a level equivalent to a Sergeant in Manitoba
• Extensive knowledge and experience enforcing natural resource legislation, law enforcement and legislative compliance
• Experience effectively supervising staff, including conducting performance management, progressive discipline, and labour relations
• Experience in conflict resolution
• Experience in financial management
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach others
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Strong written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a variety of people
• Strong prioritization and organization skills with the ability to deal with changing workloads and demands
• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work effectively under stressful situations

Desired:

• Knowledge and experience in wildfire suppression activities

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must possess and maintain a full and valid class 4 Manitoba Driver's Licence.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, including a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check, with no criminal convictions for which a pardon has not been granted.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a satisfactory Manitoba Child and Adult Abuse Registry Checks.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a satisfactory Enhanced Security Screening (Level 4).

• Must be eligible for appointment as a Manitoba Conservation Officer as specified in the Conservation Officers Act and Regulations.

• Must be willing and able to travel including overnight stays for extended periods of time.

• Must be willing and able to work irregular shifts, including evenings, weekends, overtime, stand-by and attend to after-hour callouts

• Must be able to successfully complete an approved Psychological Assessment (c/o COS to handle processing with outside agency).

• Must be able to successfully complete the Physical Abilities Readiness Evaluation (PARE - exit level 4:45 min), Police Fitness Assessment (PFA - Field Version) or Winnipeg Police Service Physical Abilities Test (WPS-PAT - exit level 4:15 min). The Conservation Officer Service will accept successful PARE, PFA or WPS-PAT tests dated within six months prior to the application deadline and must be completed prior to July 24, 2026 . For more information about the certifications please visit https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/job-emploi/recruitment-recrutement/assessment-evaluation/fitness-aptitude/pare-centre-tape-eng.html

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• Must pass and maintain department approved firearm, defensive tactics and emergency vehicle training and qualification.

• Must be physically able to perform the duties of this position including conducting outdoor investigations and patrols in adverse weather conditions, walking over rough terrain, standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day, and carrying up to 25 lbs.

Apply to:

Advertisement # 45171

Talent Acquisition

Human Resource Services

600-259 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9

Phone: 204-945-7518

Fax: 204-945-0601

Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca

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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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