Management Biologist

Environment, Conservation and Parks | Environnement, Protection de la nature et Parcs; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial conservation agency in Ontario seeks a professional to support species at risk by providing biological advice and technical expertise. In this role, you will assess ecological impacts and contribute to sustainable resource management. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical, communication, and project management skills, alongside knowledge of environmental legislation. If you meet most qualifications, you are encouraged to apply. Application deadline is December 2, 2025.

Qualifications

• Valid class 'G' driver's license as per Ontario regulations.
• Scientific knowledge of species at risk and their habitats.
• Experience with ecological assessment and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide biological advice in a regulatory context for species at risk.
• Manage natural resource issues with a focus on ecosystems.
• Conduct technical assessments and communicate findings.

Skills

Biological knowledge

Analytical skills

Project management skills

Communication skills

Technical expertise in ecosystems

Tools

Biological modelling tools

Geographic information systems

Job description

Protect Ontario's natural heritage for future generations.

This role supports species at risk and ecosystems across the province, ensuring sustainable resource management that safeguards biodiversity. Your expertise will help preserve Ontario's environment, directly shaping healthier communities and landscapes that Ontarians rely on today and tomorrow.

About the job

In this role, you will:

• provide biological advice and support in a regulatory setting to the protection and conservation of species at risk
• provide biological knowledge and technical expertise on species at risk and their terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems
• assist in the management of natural resource issues

Note: the successful candidate must also have the ability to work in the field under all types of weather conditions.

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

• You must have a valid class 'G' driver's license or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's license upon being hired.

Technical knowledge

• You have knowledge of and experience with theories, principles and practices of biology, applied ecology, sustainable resource management and landscape planning with a focus on species at risk aquatic & terrestrial ecosystems, habitat, population assessment and environmental impacts.
• You have scientific knowledge of species at risk (vascular and non-vascular plants, vertebrates and invertebrates) and their habitat (terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems at site specific and landscape scales).
• You have knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g. Endangered Species Act, Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, Fisheries Act), policies and procedures relating to species at risk.
• You have up-to-date knowledge of and experience in the application of biological modelling tools and fish and wildlife surveys procedures and techniques.
• You are proficient with computers, internet, email and software applications including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, statistical, spatial, population and habitat modelling, databases, and geographic information systems.

Communication and interpersonal skills

• You have demonstrated interpersonal, facilitation and negotiation skills to reconcile differing points of view and garner support from various stakeholders.
• You have an ability to build relationships (i.e. with internal staff and external stakeholders) and work well in teams.
• You have the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing to explain technical information in plain language, to liaise with specialists and to compose scientific and technical reports.

Analytical skills

• You have proven analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills to critically assess proponent development proposals in order to provide expertise and advice on ecological impacts of activities and the protection of species at risk and their habitat.

Project management skills

• You have proven project management and organizational skills to plan and lead the review of scientific studies and development proposals.

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

Please apply online, only, at www.ontario.ca/careers, quoting Job ID 236566, by Tuesday, December 2, 2025 11:59 pm Eastern Time. Please follow the instructions to submit your application.

If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/ContactUs.aspx to provide your contact information. The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code.