Description

The employee monitors and controls vertebrate and invertebrate pests that affect human health or urban forest health within city limits. The role assists in supervising, leading, planning and scheduling work teams across various pest‑control programs and reports to the Supervisor of Pest Control.

• Develop and implement municipal pest‑control programs.
• Research and recommend humane wildlife control, relocation and rescue practices.
• Enforce best‑practice controls for regulated vertebrate pest populations.
• Identify and treat harbouring areas for vertebrate and invertebrate pests.
• Provide emergency wildlife services for small‑ to medium‑sized animals within city limits.
• Coordinate and monitor herbicide application programs.
• Support entomology analysis for insect and disease management in the urban forest.
• Supervise, schedule and train pest‑control crew members per policy guidelines.
• Inspect public and private trees to detect pest infestations and diseases.
• Deploy live traps, remove vertebrate pests humanely, and relocate or dispose of them.
• Maintain accurate program records and statistical data.
• Prepare reports, surveys and maps detailing pest‑infestation locations and numbers.
• Deliver information and guidance to residents, institutions and government officials on pest prevention.
• Ensure compliance with the Provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act and city OHS policies.

Requirements

The position requires knowledge of federal, provincial and municipal legislation related to pest control, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and Integrated Pest Management principles. Candidates must be able to conduct best‑practice research, analyze data, schedule crews efficiently and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

A post‑secondary degree in biological sciences, wildlife management, IPM or a related field is required, together with certification in WHMIS and Boat Safe. Candidates need at minimum two years of experience in vertebrate and invertebrate pest management, tree identification and disease diagnostics, as well as supervision experience and at least five years of safe firearm use.

A valid Class 5 driver’s licence, a Firearm Possession & Acquisition Certification and the appropriate pesticide‑applicator licences (Landscape, Mosquito & Biting Fly, Structural) are mandatory. The role may involve work in all weather conditions, various shift times and the handling of pesticide products and wild vertebrates.

Successful applicants must provide a satisfactory criminal‑record check and proof of education. Additional assessments may be conducted to evaluate competencies, skills and knowledge.

• Knowledge of federal, provincial and municipal pest‑control legislation and bylaws.
• Proficiency in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles and practices.
• Ability to collect, analyze and interpret pest‑control data and develop control strategies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Capability to schedule work crews efficiently and operate in diverse conditions.
• Skill in using biological and chemical control products, including rodent bait stations and traps.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence.
• Firearm Possession & Acquisition Certification (PAL).
• Pesticide‑applicator licences for Landscape, Mosquito & Biting Fly, and Structural applications.
• WHMIS and Boat Safe certifications.
• Certified completion of a provincially recognized tree‑pruning course.

Benefits

The City of Regina is an equal‑opportunity employer dedicated to a respectful, collaborative, inclusive and barrier‑free workplace. We value diversity as a key to our success and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQIAP+ individuals, people with disabilities and other equity‑deserving communities. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process.

City of Regina offers competitive compensation, health and wellness benefits and opportunities for growth through educational support and in‑house courses. Interested candidates should apply online; only submissions through the online system will be accepted.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance