Wildlife Biologist (Intermediate)

Kate on Conservation; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading conservation organization seeks an Intermediate Wildlife Biologist to join their Saskatoon office. The successful candidate will work on environmental assessments, manage projects, and contribute to a collaborative team focused on sustainability and professional development. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, alongside a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Extended health and dental benefits

Childcare benefits

Pension plan with matching contributions

Support for professional development

Wellness activities and fitness allowances

Participation in social events and community initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ years of consulting experience managing multi-disciplinary projects.
• Professional registration or eligibility (e.g., P.Ag., P.Biol.).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement field inventory programs and evaluate ecosystems.
• Manage projects and lead project teams.
• Prepare technical reports and deliver presentations.

Skills

Wildlife identification

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

GIS skills

Education

Undergraduate degree (B.Sc.) in relevant science field

Job description

Description

We currently have an opening for an Intermediate Wildlife Biologist in our Saskatoon office. We are looking for a dynamic individual with an entrepreneurial spirit, ready to take the next step in their career. If you enjoy working with multi-disciplinary technical teams, influencing team growth and direction, and have demonstrated capabilities in leading environmental assessments and terrestrial ecosystem evaluations, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities include:

1. Developing and implementing field inventory programs (e.g., vegetation, wildlife, habitat characterization) and evaluating impacts on terrestrial ecosystems.
2. Managing projects, leading project teams, and responding to client requests.
3. Leading and completing environmental assessments, including impact assessments, environmental evaluations, and navigating regulatory approval processes.
4. Preparing technical reports, proposals, and design briefs.
5. Delivering presentations on project outcomes internally and to clients and regulators.
6. Collaborating with a team of environmental scientists and engineers.

Requirements

What you will bring:

• Undergraduate degree (B.Sc.) in a relevant science field.
• 5+ years of consulting experience managing multi-disciplinary projects.
• Professional registration or eligibility (e.g., P.Ag., P.Biol.).
• Knowledge of provincial wildlife and species inventory regulations.
• Strong wildlife identification skills, especially birds (visual and auditory).
• Experience with surveys of invertebrates, amphibians, mammals, and species at risk is an asset.
• GIS skills are considered an asset.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a team environment.
• Project and budget management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and supervise team members.
• Willingness to travel for short periods.
• Valid driver’s license.

What we offer:

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including extended health, dental, Employee and Family Assistance Program, childcare benefits, and a pension plan with matching contributions and parental leave top-up.
• A culture promoting sustainability, accessibility, respect, diversity, and inclusion.
• Support for professional development, including mentoring, training, and designation support.
• Focus on health, safety, and wellness, including fitness allowances and wellness activities.
• Participation in social events, lunch-and-learns, and community initiatives.