Manager, Nechako White Sturgeon Conservation Centre at FRESHWATER FISHERIES SOCIETY OF BC

Vanderhoof, British Columbia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jul, 26

Salary

110000.0

Posted On

08 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fisheries management, Fish culture, Staff management, Project management, Budget management, Facility management, Recirculating aquaculture systems, Strategic planning, Policy development, Analytical skills, Problem-solving, Communication skills, Presentation skills, Biological services, Public outreach

Industry

Fisheries

Description

The Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC (FFSBC) is private, non-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors. The FFSBC delivers a wide range of fisheries management services and programs focused on fish culture, conservation, restoration, fisheries enhancement, public education, and the development and marketing of freshwater sport fishing in BC. We are seeking an accomplished and innovative leader to join our management team as the Manager at the Nechako White Sturgeon Conservation Centre in Vanderhoof, BC. This is a regular, full-time position. Reporting to the Vice President, Science, Operations & Outreach, the Manager, provides leadership, support and direction to ensure the Society meets its contractual obligations to the Province by meeting its conservation fish culture program goals. The position supports the Nechako White Sturgeon Recovery Initiative through provision of a conservation fish culture program, a range of related biological services as well a public outreach program. The Manager is accountable for all aspects of the management and administration of programs, staff, equipment and facilities of the conservation centre. If you have a hands-on approach to management, are committed to providing service excellence, and are looking for a rewarding and challenging career opportunity where you can be part of an exciting operation, we would like to hear from you! We offer a competitive and attractive compensation, pension and benefits package including: * Work-life balance * Public Service Pension Plan – one of the best in Canada, allowing you to plan for your future. * Health and Wellness - generous extended health and dental benefits through Canada Life and an Employee Assistance Program to help support our employees overall well- being. * Career development – we want you to grow and learn with us! We provide ongoing learning, leadership development and career development opportunities. Qualifications – The successful candidate will be a seasoned manager with post-secondary graduation in a related field (e.g. biology, engineering, fish culture, fisheries management, business management, project management), and a minimum of 5 years related progressive experience. Related experience includes management of fish culture operations including a minimum of 3 years’ experience in field operations and fish culture; extensive experience managing staff, projects, budgets, facilities, and preferably experience with recirculating aquaculture systems. The successful candidate will be innovative and possess the ability to effectively contribute to the development of appropriate strategies and policies. Sound knowledge in emerging management practices, superior analytical and problem-solving abilities and effective communication and presentation skills are required. Equivalent combinations of education, training and experience may be considered. Some travel and work outside of normal hours of operation are required. This position is excluded from Union membership. To learn more about this position, please review the job description and selection criteria. For information on the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC visit www.gofishbc.com [http://www.gofishbc.com]. To apply for this position, please visit this site [https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=3fa504d2-86a0-4c63-a6e5-4d41558052f0&ccId=168084140370_621&source=CC3⟨=en_CA&selectedMenuKey=CareerCenter], or https://www.gofishbc.com/About-Us.aspx#careershttps://www.gofishbc.com/about-us/careers/ https://www.gofishbc.com/about-us/careers/ [https://www.gofishbc.com/about-us/careers/] to electronically submit your resume and a cover letter that clearly indicates how you meet the criteria for this position. Applicants must also respond to an application questionnaire. The closing date for this competition is April 19, 2026.

Responsibilities

The Manager provides leadership and direction to ensure the conservation centre meets its contractual obligations and fish culture program goals. They are accountable for the administration of programs, staff, equipment, and facilities at the Nechako White Sturgeon Conservation Centre.