Department of Natural Resources and Energy Development

Pay Band 4

Project Manager

Open

Fredericton

The Department of Natural Resources and Energy Development is seeking individuals to establish an inventory of qualified candidates to fill current and future Project Manager positions within the Crown Lands Branch, in Fredericton.

As a member of the Approvals team and reporting to the section Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating applications for the use of Crown land, including: assessing the scope of each application, determining additional input and review requirements; coordinating inter-agency reviews; compiling and evaluating data and consulting with stakeholders as required; resolving conflicts or deficiencies; preparing recommendations, legal documentation and background information for approval; preparing correspondence to applicants, affected public, and resource contacts; determining the terms and conditions required in order to finalize land transactions; maintaining project records and maintaining data in the Land Use Management System; and performing other related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: A University degree in Science, Land Planning, Geography, Law, Business Administration, Natural Resource Management, or Environmental Management, and a minimum of four (4) years of experience in project management, resource management, land management or property law; OR; a two-year technical diploma and a minimum of six (6) years of experience in any two (2) or more of the following: project management, resource management, land management or property law. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Some positions require written and spoken competence in French and English. Others will require written and spoken competence in English only. Please state your language capability on your application.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume. Resumes should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: The successful candidates will possess the following behavioural competencies:

• Analytical Thinking/Judgment
• Client Service Orientation
• Concern for Order
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Results Orientation
• Teamwork and Cooperation

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: The successful candidate will possess the following technical competencies:

• Specialized subject matter expertise and knowledge;
• Knowledge of applicable Legislation, and the department's policies and procedures;
• Ability to use office technology, software and applications, including Microsoft Office;
• Project management;
• Planning and organizing skills;
• Written communication.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be prepared to: travel throughout the province as required; and possess a valid class 5 driver licence as issued by the Province of New Brunswick, or equivalent.

SALARY: $57,616 to $80,574 per annum

APPLY TO: We encourage applicants to apply on-line or by mail at the following address by April 25, 2025, indicating competition number DNRED-25-01. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Natural Resources and Energy Development
Human Resource Services
Hugh John Flemming Forestry Centre
1350 Regent Street
Fredericton, NB E3C 2G6

Email : [email protected]

We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted, by email.

Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

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