Policy Advisor / Pay Band 5

Department of Natural Resources

Pay Band 5

Policy Advisor

Open

Fredericton

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking individuals to establish an inventory of qualified candidates to fill current and future Policy Advisor positions within the Regulatory Affairs Branch, in Fredericton. This position also provides services to the Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries (DAAF) and the Department of Energy (DE).

The Regulatory Affairs Branch is responsible for policy development, program evaluation, and legislative framework, which includes a considerable number of Acts and Regulations, for DNR, DAAF, and DE. The branch plays a critical role in providing advice, analysis and information to senior executives and staff, to assist in the discussion and development of policy and to maintain a regulatory framework for the departments and government.

As a member of the Regulatory Affairs team and reporting to the Director, this position is responsible for coordinating the review of Memoranda to Executive Council (MEC) being developed by DNR, DAAF, and DE, and liaising with the Executive Council Office and other government departments and agencies for the development and approval of MECs. This role is responsible for providing senior and executive management with policy options, solutions, and advice on all aspects of the key business areas within the departments, and for developing legislative, regulatory, intergovernmental, financial and policy proposals and preparing MECs. This position is also responsible for representing the three departments on inter-departmental committees, making presentations, preparing provincial submissions and proposals, and developing responses to provincial government initiatives. Other related duties may be assigned as required.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate will require the following: A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Public Administration, Social Sciences or Humanities, or a Natural Resources related degree; a minimum of five (5) years of related work experience in policy analysis, writing briefing notes and proposals for the development or amendment of policy. 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 candidate will possess the following behavioural competencies:

• Analytical Thinking/Judgment
• Concern for Order
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Organizational Awareness
• Relationship/Network Building
• Results Orientation
• Teamwork and Cooperation

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

• Knowledge of applicable legislation, policies and procedures for both departments;
• Knowledge of policy development processes;
• Planning and organizing skills;
• Presentation skills;
• Written communication skills.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be prepared to: work outside of the standard work hours and travel within the province when required; maintain an understanding of the key priorities of the departments and the existing policy framework; assist directors, managers and staff with the delivery of their policy needs; accept new challenges; and work within a fast-paced team environment.

SALARY: $66,924 to $93,470 per annum

APPLY TO: We encourage applicants to apply on-line or by mail at the following address by December 23, 2025, indicating competition number DNR-25-16. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Natural Resources
Human Resource Services Branch
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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