Junior to Intermediate Wildlife Biologist - Calgary
Junior to Intermediate Wildlife Biologist - Calgary
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Job Description
partner staffing is the "go to recruiter" for difficult important and timesensitive positions in Western Canada. We work with proactive clients who understand the importance of having exceptional staff.
partner staffing on behalf of our Client we are seeking a highly motivated Junior to Intermediate Wildlife Biologist to join our team. The successful candidate will assist in planning conducting and reporting on wildlife studies habitat assessments and environmental impact assessments. This role requires strong fieldwork experience data analysis skills and a passion for ecological conservation.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct wildlife field surveys including habitat assessments breeding bird surveys amphibian monitoring and mammal tracking.
- Identify and document wildlife species using visual auditory and remote sensing methods.
- Assist in environmental impact assessments (EIA) and regulatory permitting processes.
- Collect analyze and interpret biological data using GIS and statistical software.
- Prepare technical reports including baseline assessments impact analyses and mitigation plans.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including ecologists engineers and regulatory specialists.
- Liaise with clients stakeholders and regulatory agencies as needed.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and best management practices.
- Participate in research and conservation initiatives as part of project work.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelors or Master s degree in Biology Ecology Environmental Science or a related field.
- 25 years of experience in wildlife biology ecological consulting or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of wildlife species habitats and ecological assessment methodologies.
- Proficiency in using GPS GIS mapping software and statistical analysis tools.
- Experience with regulatory processes such as EIA Species at Risk assessments and environmental permitting.
- Strong technical writing skills for reporting and documentation.
- Ability to work in remote locations and varying environmental conditions.
- Valid driver s license and ability to travel for fieldwork.
- Strong organizational problemsolving and communication skills.
- Certification as or eligibility to become a Professional Biologist (P.Biol.) or Registered Professional Biologist (RPBio) is an asset.
Benefits
partner staffing is Bringing Talent to Business. With an experienced and dedicated recruitment team we open doors to opportunities that you may not otherwise know about. We are specialists in the field of providing high quality individuals to the Oil & Gas sector Engineering/Procurement/Construction and Utilities industries. We look forward to hearing from you and discussing how we might be able to promote your career!!
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About the Opportunity Our Client is currently seeking a Senior Biologist to join the team. Preference is for candidates to be based out of Fort St James, Fort St John, and Prince George, BC. However, we will consider candidates that reside outside of these areas. Your responsibilities include but are not limited to: Leading and joining field teams in various disciplines (wildlife, birds, fish, aquatic habitat, water quality, vegetation, soils, wetlands, environmental monitoring, sediment, and erosion control) Contributing to environmental impact assessments, mitigation plans, and proposals. Assisting in preparing and obtaining regulatory approvals for a wide variety of projects such as transportation, renewable energy, mining, oil, and gas, etc. Senior level responsibilities could include Field Coordination and Project Management Technical leadership and mentorship within a team environment Promoting a strong safety culture and working collaboratively within corporate culture More About You To qualify, you will need a minimum of a B.Sc. in Biology or related discipline with five years experience, and RPBio, PBiol, and/or P.Ag. designation or eligibility. Courses or certifications in the following areas would be considered assets: Electrofishing Certification (approved by WorkSafe BC) Fish identification Bird survey methodology and bird identification Amphibian salvage methodology and amphibian identification Erosion and Sediment Control Plant identification Candidates with the following skills and experience will be considered: Sound knowledge of field techniques and regulatory standards necessary for conducting a variety of field activities (i.e., wildlife assessments, bird surveys, water quality, fisheries inventories/ salvage, environmental monitoring/inspection) Knowledge of the provincial and federal environmental assessment regulatory environment Excellent organizational, interpersonal, time management skills and physically fit Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Excellent writing and communication skills, desire to grow business, and work closely (both in a field lead and support role) with other environmental professionals, environmental discipline leads, and First Nations Proficiency in the operation of field equipment is an asset Due to the nature of the role, you must have a valid Driver's License. Lastly, you will be joining with the passion to contribute and believe in the work that they do.
Employment Type
Full Time
