Conservation Officer II

Government of Nunavut; Canada; On-site; CAD 104,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in northern Canada seeks a Conservation Officer II to manage wildlife and support community development. The role involves issuing permits, coordinating with other agencies, and ensuring environmental protection practices. Candidates must have a recognized diploma in environmental conservation and experience in community engagement. This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to sustainable resource management and conservation efforts.

Benefits

Subsidized Staff Housing

Relocation privileges

Medical and dental benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Recognized college diploma in environmental conservation or related field.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and ability to operate various vehicles.
• Experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Administer and deliver programs related to wildlife management.
• Coordinate inspections and respond to public inquiries.
• Enforce the Territorial Parks Act and monitor tourism safety.

Skills

Wildlife management

Community development

Problem solving

Computer software

Fluency in Inuktitut

Education

Recognized college diploma in environmental conservation

Valid driver's license

Tools

Email software

Financial spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

Title:Conservation Officer II
Department:Environment
Community:Pond Inlet
Requisition Number: 484
Type of Employment:Indeterminate
Salary range:$104,577 to $118,696 per year,37.5hours/week
Northern Allowance:$29,149 per year
Housing:Subsidized Staff Housing is Available
Union Status:Nunavut Employees Union
Closing date:January 23, 2026@11:59 p.m. eastern time

This employment opportunity is open to all applicants.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Conservation Officer III in Igloolik, the Conservation Officer II initiates, administers and delivers approved programs, projects and services pertaining to wildlife management environmental protection and to the development of a mixed/traditional economy in assigned area of Nunavut, in accordance with all relevant Acts and Regulations, and the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement. The efforts of this officer will result in a sustainable renewable resource economy and a traditional harvest that satisfies the needs of users.

The incumbent works closely with the HTO and local harvesters in supporting sound wildlife management and conservation practices while supporting a mixed/traditional economy user lifestyle. Some of the responsibilities include: issuing licenses and permits to the general public; co‑coordination of inspections and investigations with other agencies and jurisdictions as required; assisting with project and survey preparations; responding to inquiries from the public; submitting a monthly report to the HTO; administering the Fur Pricing Program; enforcing the Territorial Parks Act; monitoring efficiency of the tourism outfitters within district as it related to safety.

Sound knowledge of computer software including communications (email), word processing, financial spreadsheets and databases is required to be successful in this position. The incumbent must have community development skills in facilitating renewable resource development, and park operation and maintenance. The incumbent must also have ability in accessing resources and problem solving with respect to sustainable resources, funding resource development and identifying tourism safety training needs.

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a recognized college diploma in environmental conservation, renewable resources management or a related field. The incumbent must possess a valid driver’s license with the ability to drive trucks, snowmobiles, and ATV’s. The incumbent must be eligible to obtain a Transport Canada approved boat license and a Firearms Possession and Acquisition License (PAL) within 6 months of employment. This is a Position of Trust and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required.

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktitut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset.Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture,land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktitut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.

List of additional assets:

• First Aid and CPR certification
• Experience or education in enforcement, licensing and inspection techniques
• Experience in wilderness travel and survival skills
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System certification
• Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP), Marie Emergency Duties (MED A3),
• Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification
• Transport Canada approved boat license.
• Boat, ATV and/or snowmobile safety/proficiency course certification

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered.
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position.This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check.
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application.

About Us

The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates. With one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada, Nunavut is a dynamic, vibrant territory, committed to becoming an even better place for future generations. As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes use of the Inuktut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut. Successful applicants will enjoy a competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, relocation privileges and opportunities for training and career advancement.

About the Team

Department ofEnvironment

The Department of Environment is responsible for program areas such as Wildlife Management, Parks and Special Places, Environmental Protection and fisheries and sealing. This department provides education and outreach to a wide range of audiences including youth, community members, elders and teachers to ensure the Inuit societal value of Avatittinnik Kamatsiarniq (environmental stewardship).

Job Info

• Job Identification 484
• Job Category Science & Technology
• Posting Date 12/18/2025, 06:51 PM
• Apply Before 01/24/2026, 04:59 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Canada
• Shift Work Shift Work Not Required
• Regular or Restricted Open to All Applicants