Land Management Specialist - Intern

The Ministry of Agriculture, Lands Branch has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a self-motivated individual to join our team in our North Battleford office.

In this role, you will:

Support land management specialists district management by completing a variety of tasks including lease renewal packages, assisting in preparation and renewal inspections including agricultural, oil and gas and sand and gravel leases;

Participate in range health assessments and other fieldwork activities; and

Participate in training activities including mandatory safety training.

Eligible applicants will have:

An Agriculture degree or equivalent and will be eligible for membership as a professional agrologist with the Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists;

Graduated from a recognized University program within the last three years.

This position will be attractive to individuals who are interested in pursuing a career with the Ministry of Agriculture, enjoy working with people, working outdoors, and applying range management knowledge. You will have the opportunity to work with a variety of agricultural Crown land users including agricultural producers, oil and gas companies, and recreational users.

You will be required to travel throughout Saskatchewan using a government vehicle to work remotely for extended periods of time outdoors.

The Ministry of Agriculture’s deep-rooted values system of Innovation, Teamwork, Integrity, Service Excellence and Leadership at all levels serve as the foundation to ensure results are achieved. The successful candidate must be a team player, able to both lead and collaborate, with a reputation for integrity and a focus on service excellence and innovation in their work.

We are committed to workplace diversity.