Environmental Protection Officer

Government of Nunavut Recruitment•Pond Inlet, NU

1d•CA$104,577 - CA$118,696

About The Position

Reporting to the Senior Environmental Protection Officer, the Environmental Protection Officer plans, administers, and maintains approved programs and projects to ensure that the environmental conservation objectives of the Department are maintained and enhanced. The efforts of this officer will ensure that a safe and healthy environment is maintained in the Region. The role of the Environmental Protection Officer is to ensure the people of Nunavut live in an environment which is free of major pollutants and that the fish and wildlife populations are sustainable and are safe to consume in accordance with traditional practices. The Environmental Protection Officer is responsible for conducting environmental inspections, investigations, and monitoring compliance of air, water, and land pollution in accordance with environmental statutes, regulations, and the Department of Environment's Operations Manual.

Requirements

Recognized college diploma in Environmental Technology
One (1) year of relevant experience
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
Clear Criminal Record Check upon application submission

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak Inuktitut
Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages
Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit
Knowledge of Inuktut
Experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment

Responsibilities

Plans, administers, and maintains approved programs and projects to ensure environmental conservation objectives are met.
Ensures a safe and healthy environment in the Region.
Ensures the people of Nunavut live in an environment free of major pollutants.
Ensures fish and wildlife populations are sustainable and safe to consume.
Conducts environmental inspections and investigations.
Monitors compliance of air, water, and land pollution according to environmental statutes, regulations, and the Department of Environment's Operations Manual.