Starland County is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as the Agricultural Fieldman. The Agricultural Fieldman is responsible for administering all agricultural acts, programs, and services that are required to operate the agricultural department. The preferred qualifications for this position include post secondary education in agriculture, environmental or other related agricultural discipline. They must also hold a valid Agricultural and Industrial Pesticide Applicator Certificate. The preferred candidate will have a minimum of 3-5 years experience in a similar role with supervisory experience. The applicant must possess a valid Class 5 Driver's License and be comfortable operating and transporting tractors, ATV's UTV's, and implements. Proficient computer skills in Microsoft are essential.
The job duties will include, but are not limited to the following:
- Budget preparation: prepare a budget outlining the agriculture programing for each season and present the budget for acceptance.
- Prepare grant applications applicable to agriculture
- Supervise and direct staff to effectively run the agricultural service board programs
- Conduct all surveys such as grasshoppers, blackleg of Canola, and bertha armyworm
- Legislative responsibilities: Inspector under the Weed Control Act, Inspector under the Agricultural Pest Act, Soil Conservation Officer under Soil Conservation Act, Inspector under the Agricultural Chemicals Act
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The successful applicant will be required to work a 37.5 hour work week, Monday to Friday. The salary range for this position is $94,000-$152,000 and an excellent benefits package is available. Starland County is a drug and alcohol-free workplace so the successful candidate must complete a drug and alcohol test prior to commencement of employment. The successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal record check and must be bondable.
If this opportunity is of interest to you, please forward your cover letter and resume to the address below. This position will remain open until September 8, 2026 or until a suitable candidate is found.
To Apply:
- Send your cover letter and up-to-date resume via email to: hr-office@starlandcounty.com
- Please include the job title in your cover letter and email subject heading
- Send to the attention of Human Resources, Starland County, Box 249, Morrin, AB, T0J 2B0
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
