Ecologist (Landscape Technician III)

Job Description - Ecologist (Landscape Technician III) (55767) Job Description Ecologist (Landscape Technician III) 11 months Job Number : 55767 Are you passionate about preserving and restoring Edmonton’s natural beauty while leading a dedicated team of environmental professionals? As an Ecologist within the Restoration and Ecology unit, you will play a pivotal role in guiding regulatory policy, advancing natural area management strategies, and overseeing wildfire fuel load mitigations across our city. You will lead and empower the high-performing Natural Area Operations team team, consisting of urban foresters to field crews, ensuring our natural and naturalized spaces are healthy, resilient, and safe. Working collaboratively across departments and with community partners, you will bridge technical ecological data with day-to-day operational decision-making. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to shape impactful programs like A Greener Edmonton Plan and directly influence the stewardship of Edmonton’s vibrant urban forest. If you are a collaborative leader driven by ecological integrity and operational excellence, we encourage you to apply! What will you do? Lead, mentor, and supervise a technical team of ecological land management professionals, urban foresters, wildfire experts, and field crews Provide technical oversight and direction regarding tree risk management, wildfire fuel load reduction, and ecological restoration Review and contribute to operational policies and management plans, such as the Urban Forest Management Plan Public Tree Bylaw, and Corporate Tree Management Policy Oversee field restoration projects to ensure annual target metrics are met safely, on time, and within budget Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), hazard assessments, and quality control audits for field operations Respond to public inquiries, notifications, and engagement participant feedback regarding natural areas and tree management in a professional manner Collaborate across City departments, developer consultants, and external groups to support environmental compliance and project delivery Qualifications : Diploma in Forestry, Landscaping, Biology, Ecology, or related education or a closely related environmental discipline Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in translating technical ecological data into operational direction, including at least 2 years of experience leading and supervising staff Assets: Degree in Forestry, Landscaping, Biology, Ecology, or related education International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certification Professional Biologist (P.Bio.), Professional Agrologist (P.Ag.), or Registered Professional Forester (RPF) designation Skills required for success: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences Demonstrated program and project management abilities, from planning through to field implementation Proven capability to coach, lead, and foster a collaborative environment across multidisciplinary teams Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills under shifting weather and operational priorities Experience leveraging GIS and data-driven insights to inform operational choices Knowledge of natural area management and best practices Working knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Migratory Birds Convention Act, Corporate Tree Management Policy, OH&S) Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( https://bit.ly/4brRrXm ) Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion Conditions of Employment: Successful candidates are able to be fit for a respirator, and compliance with the City of Edmonton's Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment, including medical monitoring, is a requirement of this position Compliance with the City of Edmonton’s safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as wearing steel-toe boots, gloves, goggles, sunscreen and coveralls Candidates are required to hold a valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) or higher Candidates will be required to arrange their own transportation and, where appropriate, will be reimbursed in accordance with City of Edmonton policy. This may require the candidate to obtain business-use auto insurance Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position Possession of Intermediate First Aid, CPR-C and AED certifications Applicants may be tested Work Environment: Note: This position ​may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement ​with ​the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52 The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement, and the incumbent will be notified in advance Exposure to environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures, inclement weather, dust, noise, light variation, vibrations, chemicals, and exposure to mechanical and electrical hazards may occur The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected] . Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits . Up to 1 temporary full-time position for up to 11 months This requisition is open to internal candidates only. Hours of Work: 40 hours per week Salary Range: $ 47.172 - $ 59.281 (Hourly); $ 98,495.140 - $ 123,778.730 (Annually) Recruitment Consultant: AG/SO Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation Classification Title : Landscape Technician III Posting Date : Jul 29, 2026 Closing Date : Aug 05, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT) Number of Openings (up to) : 1 - Temporary Full-time Union : CSU 52 Department : Parks and Roads Work Location(s) : Kennedale, 12830 - 58 St Edmonton T5A 4L3 Connect with us! LinkedIn Facebook FAQ City of Edmonton Website Talent Hub