Job Description

Parks Canada - Western Arctic Field Unit


Inuvik (Northwest Territories)


PM-06 - Resource Conservation Manager III


Indeterminate


$113,185 to $129,417 ((salary under review) (plus the applicable Isolated Post Allowance see Important messages below))
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Closing date: 7 September 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply:

All persons who have legal status to work in Canada. Please indicate in your application the reason for which you are entitled to work in Canada: Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status or work permit.



In accordance with the Inuvialuit Final Agreement within the Inuvialuit Settlement Region, hiring preference will be given to qualified Inuvialuit. Therefore, applicants are encouraged to self-identify in their application.

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Important messages

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We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.


Assessment accommodation


Inuvik, N.T.:

Isolated Post Allowances (as of 01/08/2024)

Maximum Annual Isolated Post Amounts

Employee: $21,256 / Employee with Dependents: $35,364



? Vacation Travel Assistance (as of 01/04/2025)

Per adult: $2,405 / Per child: $2,200

VTA issued twice/year (April & October). Please note that the rates and conditions above are subject to change.

Duties

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About the Role:

Parks Canada is seeking a motivated, experienced, and collaborative leader to join the Western Arctic Field Unit management team as Resource Conservation Manager. This exciting and meaningful role is ideal for someone passionate about conservation, Indigenous partnerships, and leadership in Canada's North.



As Resource Conservation Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of natural and cultural resource conservation programs across four protected areas in the Inuvialuit Settlement Region:

Ivvavik National Park Tuktut Nogait National Park Aulavik National Park Pingo Canadian Landmark


These areas are cooperatively managed with Inuvialuit partners. Your role will be key in maintaining these relationships and ensuring collaborative, respectful, and effective stewardship of the land.



You will manage a diverse team of approximately 12 staff, including ecologists, resource conservation officers, visitor safety / fire technicians, cultural resource management advisors, and other specialists, with about 6 direct reports. The work involves both office-based leadership and occasional field visits to some of the most spectacular and remote landscapes in Canada.



Key Responsibilities:

Oversee conservation programs including ecological monitoring, fire management, human-wildlife conflict, species at risk, and cultural resource protection Participate in cooperative management with Indigenous partners Manage permitting, impact assessment, and environmental research activities Lead the visitor safety & wildfire management programs Use Parks Canada HR and operational systems for staffing, performance, budgeting, and planning Build strong relationships with Indigenous communities, government agencies, stakeholders, and non-government organizations


Ideal Candidate Profile:

We're looking for someone who brings a mix of leadership, field operations knowledge, and cultural awareness. The ideal candidate will have:

2-3 years of experience in a Parks Canada (or similar) management role Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex programs Strong understanding of public sector administration processes involving management of people or money. Experience working respectfully with Indigenous communities A commitment to ecological integrity, cultural heritage, and team development


Why Join Parks Canada in the Western Arctic?

This is more than a job -- it's an opportunity to contribute to meaningful conservation work in collaboration with Indigenous partners, while enjoying the natural beauty and cultural richness of Canada's North.

Our team values innovation, respect, and cooperation. You'll be supported as a leader and have a chance to shape programs that protect irreplaceable places and deepen relationships with communities.

Work environment

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Parks Canada is a federal government agency responsible for the protection and presentation of Canada's outstanding natural and cultural resources through a system of national parks, national marine conservation areas and national historic sites in all regions of Canada.



This position is based in Inuvik; Canada's largest community north of the Arctic Circle. A hub for the Western Arctic region, Inuvik offers unrivalled opportunities to experience Canada's unique northern cultures and some of the world's greatest natural landscapes. The warmth of the people makes it easy to feel at home in this modern, active town of approximately 3000 people, accessible by both road and jet service. A good work-life balance means time to participate in festivals, sports and clubs, or just explore countless lakes and rivers, boreal forest and tundra, the Beaufort Sea and Richardson Mountains. Inuvik has many of the services, facilities and activities found in larger communities in the south.

Intent of the process

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This process may be used to create a list of qualified candidates to staff similar positions with various tenures ( including indeterminate, acting, assignment, and specified period), security levels or linguistic profiles in same or other parts of the country.

Positions to be filled:

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Information you must provide

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Your resume.


Contact information for 3 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

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EDUCATION

Graduation with a degree from a recognized university with specialization in natural resource conservation, ecosystem management, or other disciplines relevant to the position. An acceptable combination of education and experience may be considered.


Degree equivalency


EXPERIENCE

Experience in managing a team of employees, including performance management, mentoring, and/or capacity building in multidisciplinary teams;
Experience in managing financial resources, including budget planning, risk management, and/or accountability reporting;
Experience planning, managing, and implementing projects, programs, or initiatives related to natural resource conservation.



The selection committee may apply a sliding scale when screening for experience, so applicants are encouraged to provide at least 2 years of experience for each essential criterion."

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

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English essential


Information on language requirements


KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge about Inuvialuit, Inuvialuit communities, and the Inuvialuit Final Agreement; Knowledge of the ecological, cultural, and operational context of the national parks in the Western Arctic Field Unit (Ivvavik, Tuktut Nogait, and Aulavik National Parks); Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, policies, and formal agreements governing natural and cultural resource management.
ABILITIES

Leadership & Team Development - Ability to lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary teams of professional, technical, and operational staff, fostering collaboration, high performance, and authentic leadership; Strategic Analysis & Resource Management - Ability to critically analyze conservation programs, ecological monitoring results, and management proposals for natural and cultural resources, incorporating Indigenous traditional knowledge and risk management principles; Strategic Communication & Stakeholder Engagement - Ability to communicate complex information effectively--both orally and in writing--to diverse audiences, engaging and influencing stakeholders, senior leadership, partners, Indigenous groups, and the public; Strategic Relationship-Building & Governance - Ability to build and maintain strategic relationships, provide timely, high-level advice to senior management and cooperative management partners, and participate in governance structures on regional and national issues.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY


Makes things happen; Personally connects with people; Demonstrates integrity; Strives for excellence; Exercises sound judgement.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

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ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE


Experience living in or working in the Inuvialuit Settlement Region; Experience in working with Indigenous partners in a cooperative management and/or collaborative context, including developing and maintaining relationships.
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS


Willingness to travel frequently and work in both office and field environments under a variety of Arctic conditions; Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform; Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays, when required.

Conditions of employment

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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOMENT


Obtain and maintain Reliability Status security clearance; Possession of a valid class 5 driver's licence; Will be required to undergo and pass pre-placement and periodic medical checks.

Other information

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The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.


Information on employment equity


To encourage workforce diversity, consideration may be given to candidates who self-declare as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous, visible minorities, people with disabilities, and women.



Parks Canada is established as a separate employer in the Federal Public Service under the Financial Administration Act. Persons appointed to the Agency continue to be part of the Public Service. Parks Canada operates under its own human resources framework outside of the Public Service Employment Act and in line with values of fairness, competence and respect, and its operating principles.



For tips to navigate the application process step by step, refer to the following site: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GW7P3g9hhI.



Please submit your completed application, including all of the above-mentioned documentation. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected.



Tips for applicants:

Please provide complete and thorough details of your education and experience. Do not assume that the screening board has any previous knowledge of your background, qualifications, or work history. You must be specific and provide concrete examples/details for each Experience element, as applications will be screened only on the information provided. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being screened out of the competition.


Candidates invited to an interview will be required to bring proof of their education credentials, in the form of a diploma or official transcript (original documents only).



Written test(s) may be administered.



Interviews will be conducted.



Reference checks will be conducted.



Each person is entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.



You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some (essential or other) qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.



The Parks Canada team is proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers (2024).

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.