Recruitment posting
Irrigation Council
Competition #: 845
Ministry : Agriculture and Irrigation
Opening Date : 2025/03/06
closing Date : 2025/03/26
Role : Public Member
It is recognized in Alberta as a fundamental principle and as a matter of public policy that all persons are equal. Diversity and inclusion are valued and supported on the boards of Alberta's public agencies.
The Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation is seeking applications from individuals interested in serving as a public member of the Irrigation Council.
The Council’s mandate is to:
- Make recommendations to the Minister on issues related to maintaining a strong, efficient and sustainable irrigation industry and act as an appeal body in accordance with the Irrigation Districts Act (the Act);
- stablish policies and procedures for the administration of the Irrigation Rehabilitation Program, to ensure accountability for the public’s ongoing investment of funding to rehabilitate irrigation district infrastructure;
- Make recommendations to the Minister on issues related to rural water development in support of economic and rural viability within areas that can be served by irrigation districts; and Provide policy recommendations to the Minister pertaining to water allocated to irrigation districts with respect to economic and rural development, municipal demands and the protection of the environment.
The Irrigation Council consists of 7 members appointed by the Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation; 5 public members and 2 government representatives from the department of Agriculture and Irrigation.
The Council’s role is to:
- Monitor the operation and financial performance of the 11 Irrigation Districts;
- Conduct hearings when required to do so under Part 4 of the Act;
- Hear applications under Section 38(2) or (3) of the Act;
- Hear the appeal of any matter appealed to the Council under Part 8 of the Act;
- Grant approval to irrigation districts before an expenditure of money is made under a cost-sharing agreement between a district and the Government of Alberta.
Members are appointed for terms up to three years and are or may be eligible for reappointment.
The ideal Public Member will have an in depth understanding of irrigated agriculture in Alberta and its importance in economic, social and environmental aspects of rural development as well as the irrigation industry and Irrigation Districts operations. Familiarity with the construction and rehabilitation aspects of irrigation district infrastructure is also desirable.
Considerable professional or volunteer experience or knowledge related to board governance and processes; preferably in a quasi-judicial setting. Board governance training and administrative justice training are desirable. Experience working on and leading committees, and experience in policy and procedure development is also desirable. Understanding of financial statements is an asset.
In addition, strong leadership skills focused on teamwork and consensus building decision making, with the ability to strategically assess opportunities and challenges facing the irrigation industry. Effective communication/listening skills combined with critical thinking/problem solving skills to creatively assess situations and generate novel or innovative solutions. High standard of personal values (e.g. good judgment, strong integrity and fairness) that align with the Irrigation Council’s Code of Conduct.
The Alberta Government is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion on Alberta’s agencies, boards, and commissions. Qualified individuals from all backgrounds, who embody a wide range of knowledge, skills, and expertise, are encouraged to apply.
- For time spent on the business of the Council, a member appointed to the Council shall be paid
- $115 for up to and including four hours in any day, or
- $191 for over four hours and up to and including eight hours in any day, or
- $306 for over eight hours in any day
- The remuneration of members appointed to the Council will be set in accordance with Schedule 1 Part B of the Committee Remuneration Order (OC 466/2007), as amended from time to time.
- Approximately five one-day Council meetings are held per year in Lethbridge.
- As the Appeal body under the Act, Council member panels conduct appeal hearings as required.
- There are approximately three days of tours/meetings annually with the irrigation districts in rural southern Alberta.
- Throughout the year various workshops, conference and annual meetings may require Council’s attendance.
Please note: This ad will close on March 19, 2025 or until suitable candidate found. The posting may be used to fill current and future public agency vacancies.
In addition to your cover letter and resume, we require a biography. Click HERE to download the biography form.
Once the forms are completed, save them to your PC. When you click on submit application, you will be prompted to upload additional documents. Drag and drop or upload your completed biography form and others requested into the ‘Drop files below or click to upload’ section.
If the ad is for several positions include: Please indicate in your application/cover letter which role you are interested in, and highlight any relevant skills and experience for that role.
Executive Search, Alberta Public Service Commission.
Phone: 780-408-8460
Carefully read the Recruitment Posting and the Position Profile to ensure this is an appropriate opportunity for you. Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements.
Online applications are preferred. To apply, click on the 'apply' button, create or sign into your account in the ePAAS system; upload your resume, view the listing under Current Opportunities and click on 'submit application'. The uploaded resume will be automatically attached.
Provide a short 4 line biography using the Biography template found under additional documents section. Your biography should include your name, current work experience, board/committee experience and relevant education. Please note that biographies may be edited for length and clarity.
Once your biography and other required form(s) are completed, save it to your PC. When you hit 'submit application', you will be prompted to upload additional documents. Drag and drop (or upload) your completed cover letter, biography and other form(s) into the 'Drop files below or click to upload' section before clicking the 'apply' button.
If you are unable to apply online, please submit a cover letter and resume, quoting the recruitment posting competition number, to the contact provided on the posting. We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to assess which candidates' qualifications most closely match the agency's requirements. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted to advance to the next step in the appointment process. You can check the status of each competition on-line at https://www.alberta.ca/public-agencies.cfm.
The personal information in ePAAS is collected pursuant to section 33(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The information will be used to administer and manage recruitment for current and future public agency appointment opportunities. Questions regarding the collection, use, or disclosure of this information, may be directed to the Public Agency Secretariat, Public Service Commission, 3rd Floor, Peace Hills Trust Tower, 10011 109 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 3S8 or by calling 780-644-3060. Applicants will be required to identify any real or perceived conflicts of interest and may be required to undergo additional screening.
Please Note: Successful applicants will have the following information about them made publicly available on the Public Agency Secretariat Website: name, biography, public agency, and position title.