Environment Officer

EO2 Environment Officer 2

Regular/full-time

Environment and Climate Change

Environmental Compliance and Enforcement, Environmental Stewardship

Selkirk MB, Steinbach MB, Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 44395

Salary(s): EO2 $59,368.00 - $81,080.00 per year

Closing Date: September 2, 2025

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.

An eligibility list may be created from this competition to be used to fill future job openings across Manitoba. Positions may become available in various office locations, including Winnipeg, Portage la Prairie, Selkirk, Gimli, Lac du Bonnet, Ste. Anne, Steinbach, Brandon, Dauphin, The Pas, and Thompson

Manitoba Environment and Climate Change is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Environment Officer in Winnipeg, Steinbach, and Selkirk.

The Manitoba government has a comprehensive benefit package which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family related leave, and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers).

To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form. See below for further instructions.

Click here to access the application form.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

• Must possess and maintain a valid Full stage Manitoba Class 5 Drivers Licence.

• Must be willing and able to travel throughout the province with occasional overnight stays as required.

• Must be able to work overtime, including evenings and weekends as required.

• Must be physically able to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position such as being able to lift up to 20 pounds of sampling and other equipment.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, physical science, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience working with, and thorough knowledge of environmental legislation in Canada including: The Environment Act, The Dangerous Goods Handling and Transportation Act, The Ozone Depleting Substances Act, and the Waste Reduction and Prevention Act (or similar legislation).
• Demonstrated ability to undertake compliance inspection, investigation and enforcement activities.
• Experience with environmental monitoring and sampling techniques.
• Effective written communication skills.
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively display initiative and solve problems.
• Effective conflict resolution skills.

Desired:

• Experience with, and extensive knowledge of environmental management and the effects that contaminants may have on the environment and human health.
• Verbal and written proficiency in French.

Duties:

Reporting to Regional Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for the administration, inspection, and enforcement of regulations, licences, orders and permits pertaining to The Environment Act, Contaminated Sites Remediation Act, Dangerous Goods Handling and Transportation Act, Waste Reduction and Prevention Act, and Ozone Depleting Substances Act.

Apply to:

Advertisement # 44395

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

To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form. Complete the application form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services under “Apply to” to request a copy of the application form. The selection board will rely only on information provided in this form to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment. Note:You are not required to submit a cover letter, but may be asked to submit a resume, references, or other documentation at a later point if invited for further consideration.

Click here to access the application form.

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Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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