National Certified Air Attack Officer (Seasonal)
About the role
##Department Information
The mandate of the Department of Environment and Climate Change is to manage land, water, air, wildlife, and forests. This includes promoting, planning, and supporting the wise and sustainable use of natural resources, and protecting, restoring, and stewarding the environment for the social and economic benefit of all Northwest Territories residents.
##Job Information
The National Certified Air Attack Officer (AAON) is a seasonal (April¿August) position in the Northwest Territories (NWT) responsible for directing and coordinating aerial wildfire suppression operations. Reporting to the Air Attack Supervisor within the Forest Management Division (FMD), the AAON provides specialized expertise in managing airtanker operations and supporting overall aerial fire response.
The Forest Management Division oversees sustainable forest management and wildfire programs across 80 million hectares in the NWT. The Aviation Services Section maintains the GNWT fleet of Air Tractor 802A Fire Boss airtankers, operates six airtanker bases, and coordinates the Air Attack Officer Program.
The AAON controls and directs airtanker response during wildfire events, working closely with aircrews, regional and territorial wildfire staff, and other jurisdictions across Canada and the United States. The role requires strong expertise in aerial fire suppression strategies and the ability to make critical operational decisions in field environments without technical support.
Key Requirements:
- Directs, coordinates and controls air attack operations in order to ensure effectiveness, efficiency and that safety standards are maintained.
- Ensures aviation and support functions in order to ensure they are maintained in a state of preparedness.
- Provides assistance to the Manager, Aviation Services in program delivery.
- Participates in the daily function of the Air Attack Program.
Key Qualifications:
A high school diploma with 5 seasons of experience in ground related firefighting and 3 seasons in aerial wildfire management experience.
Must have completed the National Air Attack Officer Level 3 Training Program, must currently hold qualifications as a National Certified Air Attack Officer in accordance with national standards and specifications, and must have a Communications Canada Radio Operators License, a valid Class 5 NWT Driver¿s License and a valid Canadian Passport.
##GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Fort Smith HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
195 MCDOUGAL ROAD
BOX 876
FORT SMITH, NT X0E 0P0
Tel (867) 872-8029
Fax (867) 872-3298
jobsfortsmith@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.
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National Certified Air Attack Officer (Seasonal)
About the role
##Department Information
The mandate of the Department of Environment and Climate Change is to manage land, water, air, wildlife, and forests. This includes promoting, planning, and supporting the wise and sustainable use of natural resources, and protecting, restoring, and stewarding the environment for the social and economic benefit of all Northwest Territories residents.
##Job Information
The National Certified Air Attack Officer (AAON) is a seasonal (April¿August) position in the Northwest Territories (NWT) responsible for directing and coordinating aerial wildfire suppression operations. Reporting to the Air Attack Supervisor within the Forest Management Division (FMD), the AAON provides specialized expertise in managing airtanker operations and supporting overall aerial fire response.
The Forest Management Division oversees sustainable forest management and wildfire programs across 80 million hectares in the NWT. The Aviation Services Section maintains the GNWT fleet of Air Tractor 802A Fire Boss airtankers, operates six airtanker bases, and coordinates the Air Attack Officer Program.
The AAON controls and directs airtanker response during wildfire events, working closely with aircrews, regional and territorial wildfire staff, and other jurisdictions across Canada and the United States. The role requires strong expertise in aerial fire suppression strategies and the ability to make critical operational decisions in field environments without technical support.
Key Requirements:
- Directs, coordinates and controls air attack operations in order to ensure effectiveness, efficiency and that safety standards are maintained.
- Ensures aviation and support functions in order to ensure they are maintained in a state of preparedness.
- Provides assistance to the Manager, Aviation Services in program delivery.
- Participates in the daily function of the Air Attack Program.
Key Qualifications:
A high school diploma with 5 seasons of experience in ground related firefighting and 3 seasons in aerial wildfire management experience.
Must have completed the National Air Attack Officer Level 3 Training Program, must currently hold qualifications as a National Certified Air Attack Officer in accordance with national standards and specifications, and must have a Communications Canada Radio Operators License, a valid Class 5 NWT Driver¿s License and a valid Canadian Passport.
##GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Fort Smith HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
195 MCDOUGAL ROAD
BOX 876
FORT SMITH, NT X0E 0P0
Tel (867) 872-8029
Fax (867) 872-3298
jobsfortsmith@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.