Wildlife Biologist

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Bracebridge; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking a Wildlife Biologist in Bracebridge, Canada. The role involves conducting wildlife inventory programs, identifying bird species, and adhering to environmental legislation. Candidates must have a degree in biology or related fields, with 2-5 years of experience and familiarity with endangered species legislation. Comprehensive benefits and career advancement opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Excellent Benefits package

RRSP

Career advancement opportunities

Employee stock purchase after 1 year

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in wildlife biology.
• Familiarity with legislation pertaining to Species at Risk.
• Proven ability to maintain records and prepare reports.

Responsibilities

• Assist in wildlife inventory programs.
• Identify bird and endangered species.
• Advise on legislation related to species at risk.

Skills

Wildlife biology

Technical writing

Avian surveys

ArcGIS

Data analysis

Education

Degree in biology or related field

Provincial professional designations

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

GPS devices

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Position Overview

In this role your responsibilities will include assisting with the growth and development of our Biological Sciences capabilities, as well as participating in the growth of new markets and products. Specific business development activities will include participation in the development of proposals; assisting in developing and maintaining internal and external Client contacts; mentoring and training new staff to assist in the growth of the Department.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and conduct of wildlife inventory programs on a project related basis.
• Identify bird species in addition to protected and endangered species and implement bird protection and mitigation plans.
• Advise on Provincial and Federal legislation pertaining to Species at Risk (SAR).
• Assist in the acquisition of wildlife-related permits based on project requirements.
• Inventory environmental conditions to determine their suitability for wildlife presence / potential with particular emphasis on SAR.
• Research ecological relationships, life history habits, and requirements of wildlife on a project related basis.
• Contribute to the development of and support implementation of endangered species plans including risk assessment, compensation, monitoring and interaction with external regulatory agency staff.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of existing and emerging regulatory requirements, wildlife assessment methodologies and best practices.
• Assist with the development of proposals, qualification documents and other business development related activities.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in biology, ornithology, ecology, environmental science and management, natural resources, forestry, or related field.
• Provincial designations mandatory as applicable (e.g., Registered Professional Biologist R.P.Bio.; Professional Biologist P.Biol.; Qualified Environmental Professional QEP).
• 2-5 years of direct working experience in wildlife biology, avian surveys, migratory bird sweeps, wildlife and environmental reports, government liaison and provincial / federal law adherence.
• Familiarity with Provincial and Federal legislation pertaining to Species at Risk (SAR).
• Ability to inventory environmental conditions to determine their suitability for wildlife presence / potential with particular emphasis on SAR.
• Knowledge of methods of producing and maintaining suitable habitat for various wildlife species and asset.
• Experience in field identification with one or more of the avian, herpetological, mammal, or botanical taxa is a definite asset.
• Proven technical writing skills with the ability to maintain records and prepare reports and correspondence related to the work.
• Strong understanding of hardware and software including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint; experience with tablets, GPS, etc. Working knowledge of ArcGIS, Esri, AutoCAD is a strong asset.
• Ability to analyze tabular data and interpret data sets.
• Valid First Aid, driver’s license, clean driving record and ability to travel throughout Canada.
• Willingness to travel (short-term).

What We Offer

• Full time. Year-round employment.
• Occasional overtime required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Excellent Benefits package, RRSP and career advancement opportunities.
• Employee-owned company with stock purchase available after 1 year of service.

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action

Davey Tree Expert Co. of Canada, Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics as established by law. Davey provides ongoing training and opportunities to grow your career.

If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please email [e-mail].

For more information on Davey’s EO/AA plan, please contact Human Resources.