Assistant Deputy Minister / Pay Band 12

Department of Natural Resources

Pay Band 12

Assistant Deputy Minister

Forestry Division

Open

Fredericton

The Department of Natural Resources is seeking an experienced leader for the role of Assistant Deputy Minister (ADM) within the Forestry Division, in Fredericton.

• As a member of the senior management team and reporting directly to the Deputy Minister, the selected candidate will be responsible for the overall direction and management of the following program areas: pest management; habitat; species at risk; protected natural areas; management planning; renewable resources inventory; inventory development; tree improvement; silviculture; nursery operations; forest operations outcomes and compliance; roads; timber royalty rates; operating plans; industrial plans; licensee and sub-licensee agreements; industry relations; and private woodlot relations.

• The ADM will provide expert advice to the Minister, Deputy Minister, and senior executives on complex issues impacting a range of stakeholders, and contribute to legislative, regulatory, and policy changes and development. The ADM will manage the division budget, allocate resources, and make financial recommendations, ensuring alignment with department and government priorities.

• The selected candidate will oversee the ongoing development of an operations management system, including guidelines, processes, standard operating procedures, methodologies, controls, and overall best practices, to enhance core capabilities and to ensure operational effectiveness. The ADM will be responsible for promoting the sustainable management of Crown forests, driving change as needed to contribute to the overall growth and success of the organization.

• Responsibilities of this leadership position also include the following: managing and providing leadership to division staff, including developing work plans, supporting developmental opportunities, managing performance, establishing priorities and succession planning; and developing and maintaining positive relationships with employees, clients, investors, partners and all stakeholders. Additional duties may be assigned as required.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor's degree in Forestry, Forest Engineering, Business Administration, Public Administration, or another related discipline, and a minimum of twelve (12) years of progressively more responsible work experience in one or more of the following: experience with forestry programs and activities; experience in a large corporate setting developing and implementing strategies, team leadership at the senior level, and/or experience leading change through process improvement.

OR

• A Master's in Forestry, Forest Engineering, Business Administration, Public Administration, or another related discipline, and a minimum of ten (10) years of progressively more responsible work experience in one or more of the following: experience with forestry programs and activities; experience in a large corporate setting developing and implementing strategies, team leadership at the senior level, and/or experience leading change through process improvement.

AND

• A minimum of five (5) years at the manager level with human resources and financial management responsibilities.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English is required. 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.

ASSET QUALIFICATION(S):Preference may be given to candidates that demonstrate a minimum of twelve (12) years of progressively more responsible work experience with forestry or economic development programs and activities. Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications to be given further consideration.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be prepared to travel throughout New Brunswick and within and outside of Canada as required; work extended hours and weekends on occasion.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Coaching and Team Development
• Organizational Awareness
• Organizational Commitment
• Relationship Building
• Results Orientation
• Strategic Thinking

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Financial Management
• Human Resources Management
• Planning and Organizing Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Written Communication

SALARY: $148,616 to $163,540 per annum

APPLY TO: We encourage applicants to apply on-line or by mail at the following address by October 15, 2025, indicating competition number DNR-25-08. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Natural Resources
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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