Conservation Programs Specialist – Wetland Management

at  Ducks Unlimited Canada

Position Details: Full-time, Permanent, New Position
Salary Range: $53,500 - $66,900 based on a 35-hour work week. Salary for this position will be commensurate with the successful applicant’s education and/or experience as it relates to the position.
Location: Fort St. John, BC, Dawson Creek, BC or surrounding area - Remote
Closing Deadline : October 13, 2024 (11:59PM EDT)

REQUIREMENTS

• A post-secondary degree or technologist diploma in a related discipline such as Agriculture, Environment, Natural Resources; equivalent practical field experience will also be considered
• Demonstrate experience working and communicating with a wide variety of partners such as landowners, First Nations and public service agencies
• A valid class 5 BC driver’s license
• Solid interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written
• An understanding of local agricultural, industry, First Nation or conservation practices
• Ability to work long/flexible hours, in remote locations, in a variety of weather conditions, with some overnight travel
• Comfortable working alone in remote locations periodically
• Experience using computers with MS Office software
• Experience operating various equipment such as: ATV/UTV, chainsaws, brush saws, satellite devices pumps, and hand tools; or willingness to learn
• Comfortable driving a truck and trailer or willingness to learn

Work with DUC BC’s energetic small team of biologists and engineering staff, you will help the team manage habitat, small dams, and water controls at DUC wetlands in the BC Peace and Nechako regions.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conduct inspections, operations, and maintenance of water control structures and dams.
• Build and maintain positive relationships and work closely with private landowners, First Nations, agricultural producers, and other project partners.
• Direct seasonal staff and contractors to complete tasks.
• Manage project data through various internal tracking systems.
• Maintain field equipment, operate small engines and be able to physically lift 50lbs of equipment.
• Conduct a combination of office and field work.
• Assist biologist with waterfowl surveys, bio inspections and biodiversity monitoring. Use GPS technologies and navigate on backroads to access remote wetland projects using satellite communications devices (Garmin InReach) to ensure safety during field work.
• Effectively communicate between co-workers.