Agriculture, Environment & Parks Assistant

Agricultural and Environmental Responsibilities

• Implement weed and pest inspection programs in accordance with Provincial and Federal legislation. Conduct pest surveys and complete corresponding reports.
• Serve as an appointed inspector under the Weed Control Act and Agricultural Pest Act. Issue notices and enforce compliance where required.
• Develop working relationships with residents and support vegetation management planning.
• Apply herbicides on municipal properties and roadways using backpack, quad, roadside, and handgun sprayers. Maintain detailed herbicide application records.
• Provide residents with guidance on weeds, pests, trees, pasture management, seeding, and horticultural issues. Support public awareness initiatives as prescribed by the Agriculture, Environment, and Parks Supervisor.
• Prepare educational materials, newsletters, and related publications.
• Organize and deliver workshops, demonstrations, and meetings independently or with partner organizations.
• Stay informed on emerging agricultural and environmental issues, programs, and best practices.

Parks Responsibilities

• Perform landscaping tasks, including maintaining flower beds, tree and shrub beds, seeding, and manual weed removal.
• Carry out year‑round parks duties during the absence of Parks Workers.
• Repair and install parks furnishing items.
• Assist staff and act as Supervisor when the Agriculture, Environment, and Parks Supervisor is unavailable.

Asset & Equipment Management

• Maintain and repair or coordinate repair of fleet equipment, parks assets, and small tools.
• Keep detailed maintenance and repair records of equipment.
• Oversee Agriculture and Environment Department equipment, including maintenance schedules, calibrations, and safety compliance for vehicles and trailers.
• Manage the asset register for equipment, vehicles, tools, and herbicide inventory.

Administrative Support

• Respond to public inquiries and complaints.
• Assist in facilitating training of seasonal staff to ensure operational competency and regulatory compliance.
• Assist in developing and implementing programs, policies, and procedures in collaboration with Supervisor when the Agriculture, Environment, and Parks Supervisor.
• Carry out departmental responsibilities—including staff supervision, program delivery, and public relations—in the absence of the Agriculture, Environment, and Parks Supervisor.
• Adhere to corporate policies, procedures, guidelines, and health and safety requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.