Job Description

Competition # : 43166Department: Natural Resources & RenewablesLocation: LUNENBURGType of Employment: TermUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPGClosing Date: \xe2\x80\x8b20-Jun-24 \xe2\x80\x8b (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About UsThe Department of Natural Resources and Renewables is responsible for the development, management, conservation and protection of forests, geoscience, mines & energy, minerals, provincial parks and wildlife resources, and the administration of the Province\'s Crown lands. Together we are working with Nova Scotians to build a better future through sustainable natural resource management for us all to benefit from the natural health and wealth of the province.About Our OpportunityAs the Junior Biologist you will be responsible for providing technical support to the Western Region Integrated Resource Management (IRM) team and area/district staff under the guidance and direction of the Regional Resource Manager. The Western Region includes the seven western counties of Nova Scotia; Lunenburg, Kings, Queens, Shelburne, Yarmouth, Digby and Annapolis.Primary AccountabilitiesSome of the primary accountabilities of the role include:

• Reviewing proposals for Crown land leases, licenses, letters of authority, environmental assessments and preparing information/data for IRM reviews.
• Supporting field surveys, inventories, and analytical services using established methods, including field evaluation and feedback for future improvements and modifications.
• Organizing and analyzing information and data from field, literature, or expert surveys to inform program management decisions. Supporting the design, evaluation and modification of information technology support systems related to this work.
• Assisting with efficient project delivery through the organization and coordination of time and resource allocation.
• Supporting the IRM review process, as well as other staff, particularly Senior IRM biologists and technicians, in the interpretation and conduct of field surveys and data collection.

As the Junior Biologist you will work under the general diction of the Regional Resource Manager, Regional Services Branch.Qualifications and ExperienceThis may be the right opportunity for you if you have a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology.As the ideal candidate you must be able to:

• Provide information and guidance on a wide variety of projects reviewed through the IRM process.
• Develop and carry out practical but robust field surveys, inventory, and monitoring programs.
• Work with diverse data and other information.
• Accept and carry out responsibilities with minimum level of supervision.
• Exercise a high degree of independent judgement, decision making and initiative.

You possess strong communication skills to understand the needs and input offered by various colleagues and stakeholders; you exercise diligence and attention to detail.We may assess the above qualifications using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.A valid Class 5 driver\'s license and access to a vehicle suitable for field work is a requirement.EquivalencyApplicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.BenefitsBased on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a , Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: .Working ConditionsWork will require a mix of field based and office environments. Frequent field work including travel to remote locations across western Nova Scotia with minimal amenities in all seasons and sometimes adverse weather conditions.Travel within the province which may require you to be away from home for extended periods of time.Additional InformationThis is a one year term opportunity beginning no earlier than September 30, 2024 with an anticipated end date of September 29, 2025.What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• Countless Career Paths.
• Department Specific Flexible working schedules.

Pay Grade: PR 05Salary Range: $1,844.97 - $2,982.67 Bi-WeeklyEmployment Equity Statement:Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.

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