Conservation Biologist

Northern News Services • Full-time • Yellowknife, NT, CA • 2w ago

Job Description

Conservation Biologist

The Wek’èezhìı Renewable Resources Board, established through the Tlicho Agreement, has authority for wildlife, plant, and forest management in Wek’èezhìı. The Board is presently seeking a full-time Conservation Biologist to join their team for an 18-month term (May 6, 2024 to November 7, 2025).

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Conservation Biologist will provide scientific research, monitoring, and management advice to and on behalf of the Board on species at risk, plants, forests, and protected areas. Flexible working hours, including evenings, holidays, and weekends, are required. This position requires frequent travel, including small aircraft, to all communities within Wek’èezhìı. Job description available upon request.

Qualifications

Bachelor or Master of Science Degree in Environmental Sciences or similar field

Experience

Minimum 3 years experience in renewable resource research and monitoring, administration and project management with previous experience working with northern communities and/or in cross-cultural settings; and
Strong analytic and communications skills, particularly in performing technical reviews and analyzing data, using sound scientific methods as well as knowledge of traditional knowledge approaches.

Assets

Renewable resource management training and experience; and,
Ability to speak the Tlicho language.

Conditions Of Employment

Medical Declaration
Criminal Records Check
Standard First Aid
Driver’s Abstract

Salary & Benefits

Salary negotiable, depending on qualifications and experience. A northern allowance and an attractive benefits package will be offered. Relocation assistance is negotiable. Hybrid work from office/home structure available.

LOCATION:

This position is based in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this employment opportunity, please send a cover letter and resume on or before March 22, 2024 by 11:59 p.m. MDT to:

Jody Pellissey, Executive Director

Wek’èezhìı Renewable Resources Board,

102A, 4504-49 Avenue, Yellowknife, NT, X1A 1A7

Phone: (867) 873-5740; Fax: (867) 873-5743; Email: jpellissey@wrrb.ca

Job Categories: Other. Job Types: Full-Time. Advertised until: 2024-04-19

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