THE OPPORTUNITY:

Tetra Tech is adding a Wildlife Biologist to our Environment & Water – Biological Sciences team based in Edmonton or Calgary, AB.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in biology, environmental science, ecology, natural resource science or related studies.
• Registered as a Professional Biologist in Alberta or working towards becoming registered (i.e., BIT).
• Minimum of 3+ years environmental consulting experience completing and managing wildlife surveys, habitat assessments, and construction monitoring.
• The ability to positively identify wildlife species including birds by sight and sound.
• Familiarity with species habitat requirements and identifying prairie habitat types (e.g., native grassland).
• Demonstrated knowledge of provincial and federal wildlife legislation and regulatory requirements, primarily in western Canada.
• Possession of a valid driver’s licence with no restrictions.
• Strong wildlife identification skills for avian species in prairie, parkland, boreal, mountain and northern habitats.
• Experience developing budgets and scope of work for projects related to wildlife surveys and assessments.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of municipal, provincial, and federal environmental permitting and regulatory requirements related to wildlife in western Canada and a proven track record in their application.
• Demonstrated proficiency with industry standard resources, tools and best practices as well as provincial environmental legislation and policy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with clients, regulatory agencies, stakeholders, and the public.
• Public consultation experience is an asset.
• Aptitude to follow protocols and work efficiently, independently, and under time constraints while in the field and office in order to meet deliverable targets and deadlines.
• A strong track record in Health and Safety management.
• Safety certifications such as First Aid are considered an asset.
• Ability to travel and work in remote locations.
• Ability to work long days (up to 12 hours) in the field and occasionally for long durations away from home (up to 21 days).

• Coordinating and leading wildlife surveys following the Alberta Sensitive Species Inventory Guidelines (eg. bird migration, breeding birds, burrowing owls, sharp-tailed grouse and sensitive raptors).
• Provide mentoring for and conduct pre-disturbance nest sweeps and construction monitoring.
• Leading amphibian surveys (acoustic and visual searches) and performing amphibian salvages.
• Developing and/or conducting avian, reptile and mammal surveys.
• Conducting data entry, reviews and analysis to support environmental assessments and inform risk identification to develop mitigation strategies.
• Designing and proposing wildlife field and desktop review studies to meet regulatory requirements, including conducting consultation with regulators.
• Completing environmental impact assessments.
• Preparing reports related to siting evaluation, environmental planning/permitting, and/or environmental reviews.
• Programing and deploying autonomous recording units (ARU) and/or wildlife cameras.
• Developing environmental protection/mitigation plans.
• Preparing proposals including scopes of work, budget estimates and formal RFP submissions.
• Working closely with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals and technical experts in biology and environmental science.
• Staying current on technical and sector-based trends and legislation at the municipal, provincial and federal level.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.