Job Description

Would you like to live and work in one of the most beautiful places in Canada, away from the hustle and bustle of the big city? Are you interested in embracing a true laid back mountain lifestyle, complete with mountain biking, skiing, hiking, wildlife viewing, and relaxing in hot springs after a day in the mountains? If you\'re dreaming of affordable home ownership, then the Kootenays are calling your name!

My client is an environmental consultancy that fully embraces the laid-back lifestyle of the Kootenays, offering a flexible schedule that prioritizes work-life balance. They consist of a dedicated team of professionals who provide services across both the east and west Kootenays. Collaboration, energy, and passion are at the core of their team dynamics. Employees are genuinely valued and respected, fostering an environment that encourages flexibility, creativity, and an innovative approach to achieving work-life balance.

They are looking for a Wildlife Biologist to provide science-based and project management leadership to a diverse array of wildlife, terrestrial and wetland habitat, and vegetation assessment programs and studies.

Remote / WFH / Hybrid: This position offers a hybrid/remote work arrangement, allowing you to live in or relocate to the Kootenays (Kimberley, Cranbrook, Fernie, Elko, etc)

Fieldwork: 30% during the summer months (travel 5%)

Salary: $80,000 - $94,000 (plus x1.5 overtime, health benefits performance bonuses, annual cost of living increases, RRSP contributions, etc)

Responsibilities:

• Design, perform and manage a diverse range of wildlife and wildlife habitat studies, including collecting, analyzing, and interpreting biological, chemical, physical, and statistical data.
• Complete surveys and sampling using various field gear, analytical equipment, and sampling techniques in various aquatic and terrestrial environments.
• Coordinate, supervise and mentor other biologists and environmental technicians.
• Prepare and review detailed technical reports for clients, governing bodies and stakeholders.
• Provide technical leadership in preparing environmental compliance and regulatory documents required for project approval and implementation, such as BC/Federal Environmental Assessment Certificates, Environmentally Sensitive Area Assessments, Environmental Management Plans, permits and licenses.
• Work with project managers and other senior staff to manage all aspects of project implementation, including proposals, work plans, budgeting, scheduling, reporting, quality management, and day-to-day client liaison.
• Develop and manage effective relationships with clients, industry, government, Indigenous Nations, other consulting firms, and the communities where they work and live.
• Participate in business development, client relationship management and QA/QC activities.
• Contribute to a positive workplace atmosphere, building on culture of teamwork, fun, professionalism and cooperation within the office and field environments.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic consulting environment that requires flexibility, adaptive management and teamwork is a definite asset.

Requirements:

• An MSc in wildlife ecology/biology plus five or more years of natural resource sector experience, OR a BSc in wildlife ecology/biology plus seven or more years of natural resource sector experience. Previous consulting experience is a definite asset.
• Registered or eligible for immediate registration as a Professional Biologist (R.P.Bio).
• Knowledge of legislation, authorizations and permits related to wildlife and habitat management.
• Expertise in scientific study design and implementation for field data collection.
• Experience leading environmental effects assessment and monitoring studies.
• Advanced knowledge of statistical analysis and database software.
• Experience liaising with regulators, Indigenous Nations, and other key stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills with experience leading and mentoring staff teams.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.
• Detail-oriented, emphasizing quality of work.
• Committed to health, safety, and wellness.
• Valid First Aid, Pleasure Craft Operator, Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 (AST-1), Snowmobile Safety and ATV/UTV Safe Operator certifications.
• Valid Driver\xe2\x80\x99s License.

To Apply:
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