Vegetation Ecologist/Botanist

We are accepting resumes for a Vegetation Ecologist/Botanist for future opportunities. This position will be based in Regina, Saskatoon or Winnipeg to help plan, manage, and conduct environmental impact assessments and environmental management on a variety of projects within western Canada.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vegetation surveys and assessments in accordance with applicable protocols
• Classify and delineate wetlands in a field setting using the appropriate wetland classification systems
• Assist with environmental assessment, management or permitting projects
• Conduct field work in accordance with required survey protocols and health and safety procedures
• Assist in the preparation of regulatory approval and permitting applications
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports associated with regulatory approvals or compliance requirements
• Ensuring technical quality of work including field methodology and review of client deliverables (proposals, reports and mapping)

Requirements

• University Degree in Biology/Ecology or related studies with a minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in conducting vegetation and wetland surveys
• Proven ability to identify plants to the species level in a field setting
• Working knowledge of the current rare plant detection survey protocols in Saskatchewan. Knowledge of relevant protocols in Alberta is strongly preferred
• Experience conducting vegetation surveys in a variety of ecosystems, including rare plant detection surveys
• Basic knowledge of plant taxonomy, including the ability to identify species using taxonomic keys
• Knowledge of relevant federal and provincial legislation and requirements 
• Able to classify wetlands in a field setting using the Stewart and Kantrud Classification System and the Canadian Wetland Classification System. Working knowledge of the Alberta Wetland Classification System is an asset
• Experience with the Alberta Wetland Policy and designation as a Qualified Wetland Science Practitioner (QWSP) is an asset
• Demonstrated professionalism and commitment to continuous improvement
• Recognized ability to work independently and succeed in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and experience with technical report writing
• Professional designation is an asset (e.g. P. Biol. or R. P.Bio.)
• Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) experience in Saskatchewan and/or Alberta is an asset
• Consulting experience in Saskatchewan and/or Alberta is an asset
• Knowledge of wildlife biology and agronomy is an asset
• Working knowledge of weed control methods and experience with weed surveys and management programs is an asset
• Some work for this position may be in remote locations for extended periods of time and may require overtime, weekends and variable hours.
• Computer skills - MS Office

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