Temporary Assistant Agricultural Fieldman

Posted on: Jun 23, 2025

Posted by: Starland County

Summary

Starland County is seeking a highly motivated professional to fill a temporary full-time maternity leave term (18 months) position for the role of Assistant Agricultural Fieldman.

The successful applicant will be required to work a 35 to 37.5 hour workweek, Monday to Friday. The employment will commence in September. The wage range for this position is $30.00 – $38.00.

If this opportunity is of interest to you, please forward your cover letter and resume to the address below. This opportunity will remain open until July 24, 2025, or until a suitable candidate is found. Additional information about the job description or our municipality, please see our website at www.starlandcounty.com

Starland County

PO Box 249, Morrin, AB T0J 2B0

Attention: Human Resources Coordinator

Email: hr-office@starlandcounty.com

Fax: 403.772.3807

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Key Responsibilities

The job duties will include but are not limited to the following:

Provides general field and administrative support to the agricultural Fieldman in managing legislated agricultural acts, programs, services, and other assigned duties required to operate the department.
Administers the environmental component of the Agricultural Service Board program for the County by hosting workshops and events, providing support to residents and delivering environmental programs and initiatives
Acts as Weed Inspector at large
Responds to general inquiries, identifies crop pests, sprays pesticides and operates equipment
Coordinates tasks and supervises other seasonal Agricultural Service Board employees

Requirements

The preferred qualifications for this position include post-secondary education in agriculture science, environmental science or related agricultural discipline.The preferred candidate will have a minimum of three years’ experience in a similar role. A valid Agricultural and Industrial Pesticide Applicator Certificate is required or must be obtained within the first month of employment. The applicant must possess a valid Class 5 Drivers License. They should also be comfortable both operating and transporting tractors, ATV’s, UTV’s and implements. Proficient computer skills in Microsoft are essential.

In accordance with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy, pre-employment drug and alcohol testing is required prior to commencing employment. A driver’s abstract is also required.

Job Type

Temporary Full Time (18 months)

Employer Contact

No employer contact listed.

Salary Range

$30.00 - $38.00 per hour

Closing Date

July 24, 2025

Posting ID: 32870

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