Senior Ecologist

at  Woodlands North Inc

THE POSITION

We are currently seeking a Senior Ecologist to oversee ecology projects based out of our Edmonton office. This is a full-time permanent position focused on leading ecological assessments, inventory programs, restorations, studies, environmental regulatory applications and related projects. Project work is team-based, safety driven and is completed for the energy, forestry, government, and private landowners throughout the province of Alberta and BC.

ABOUT US

Woodlands North Inc. (2000) has become a leader among environmental and ecological restoration professionals. Woodlands specializes in environmental inventory and spatial analysis to achieve comprehensive ecological restoration objectives and regulatory compliance. With offices in Edmonton and Whitecourt, and operations throughout the province of Alberta, Woodlands is growing our proud team of professionals to provide our customers with innovative technologies and working solutions. All work positions are vital for our safe operations, delivering value to our clients and maintaining our leadership position in environmental and ecological restoration services.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledgeable in current restoration best management practices for watercourse, wetland and watershed restoration as well as terrestrial habitat restoration of linear features such as legacy roads and seismic;
• Current with best management practices and regulatory requirements;
• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Environmental Science, Earth Science, Ecology, Forestry, Biology, Engineering, or other program with an environmental focus;
• Professional registration with good standing in one of Alberta’s Professional Regulatory Organizations;
• Experience as an Authenticating Wetland Professional and as a Qualified Aquatic Environmental Specialist;
• 10 or more years of relevant experience;
• Advanced technical writing, data analysis, reporting, and communication skills;
• GIS and geospatial data analysis knowledge or experience is considered an asset;
• Previous teaching experience with data or ecological based subjects is considered an asset;
• Ability to demonstrate leadership, quality, safety, and customer service focus.

• Responsible for safe and efficient project work;
• Lead and manage project deliverables and working relationships with Woodlands’ peers and management, regulators, and clients;
• Provide senior direction for business strategy development;
• Maintain regulatory compliance and best management practices;
• Support our mobile technologies, spatial data set integrity and web enabled dashboards;
• Provide senior ecology review of reports and data analysis;
• Support mentorship and inspire the professional development of Woodlands employees.