Job Description

Are you looking for a role that will challenge you? Are you an expert in environmental subject matter? Does the idea of working with various Indigenous groups to find solutions sound exciting? If you answered yes, this might be the job for you! Our Chalk River location is looking for an Environmental Specialist in Indigenous Engagement, apply today!What will you be doing!

• Participating in dialogue with representatives of Indigenous communities at the staff.
• Consulting through meetings, site visits and virtual appointments.
• Communicating in culturally appropriate language all activities of interest at CNL.
• Preparing communication and training material for representatives of the different Indigenous groups on Valued Components at Chalk River Laboratories.
• Facilitating discussions with the different Indigenous groups.
• Maintaining effective, collaborative relationships with Environmental Remediation, Corporate Affairs teams, and individual staff to help ensure the settings and achievements of joint objectives.
• Maintaining up-to-date understanding of technical and environmental project details, schedules and activities.
• Conducting field work.
• Editing documents such as the Forest Management Plan.
• Developing protocols for monitoring Valued Components of interest not currently monitored such as moose and deer population and habitat, and ensuring integration in the Corporate Environmental Protection Program documents.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for:

• Education

• Honours Bachelor in Biology, Science, Environmental Studies or related field from a university of recognized standing or membership in scientific professional organization authorized by statute to establish qualification for membership in that organization.
• Experience

• At least 5 years in the environmental field with demonstrated increase in responsibility.
• Work experience with Indigenous communities.
• Experience with wildlife management best industry practices.
• Work experience in engagement initiatives is required.
• Experience in the development process of a Forest Management Plan, wildlife habitat modelling tools and stakeholder engagement is desirable.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent knowledge of Federal and Ontario environmental laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of species at risk identification, ecology, habitat description, major threats and survey protocols.
• Mapping software such as MapInfo or ArcGIS.
• Excellent communication and public presentation skills.
• Effective written communication skills is required to capture the outcome and resolution of engagement initiatives.
• Effective interaction with managers, project teams, regulatory affairs, Indigenous communities, and support groups.
• Ability to assess work conditions and quickly identify non-compliances and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Some knowledge of ISO-14001 standards and its application is desirable.
• Familiarity with use of data management and project management software.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft office software including Access, Excel and Word.
• Work experience in a nuclear facility would be desirable.
• Work experience in field inspection to ensure compliance with Federal requirements is required.
• Security Clearance Eligibility Required

• Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3-5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's xe2x80x9cStandard on Security Screeningxe2x80x9d and the xe2x80x9cPolicy on Government Security.xe2x80x9d

Working Conditions:

• Office work environment 60%
• Field work required 40%

Why CNL?Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We're reinventing ourselves to be the pacesetters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.We offer a complete total rewards package :

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
• Benefits effective day one, thatxe2x80x99s right, no waiting period;
• Tuition support
• and a Pension!

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

• Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
• Restore and protect the Environment.
• Contribute to the health of Canadians.

Location:CNL works with employees across our Canadian locations to enable a hybrid workforce where possible. Our Hybrid employees work with their manager to establish expectations for when they will be on-site vs. working from home.CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders, and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities. Please read for more on our DE&I Commitment.CNL also supports a workplace environment and corporate culture built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity, and Excellence. These values encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects, including accommodations for all employees.CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received regarding accommodation requests will be kept confidential.The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, Mxc3xa9tis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.#LI-HYBRID

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