Natural Resource Solutions Inc. (NRSI) is proud to provide high quality and cost-effective natural environment consulting solutions to our clients across Canada. We are a highly respected niche biological consulting firm with offices in Waterloo, Ontario and Calgary, Alberta. Our team of skilled ecologists provide expertise in the identification and management of significant and sensitive natural species and their habitats.

YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO NRSI

NRSI is looking for a locally-situated, motivated and independent individuals to conduct field monitoring activities, primarily conducting wildlife mortality searches at operating wind energy facilities near Medicine Hat, Alberta. This position provides an opportunity to gain experience in visual bird and bat identification, to implement scientific methods, and to collect and analyze data employing a high attention to detail. This position will report to one of NRSI’s Renewable Energy Project Managers or Field Coordinators. The primary duties and responsibilities for this role will include:

• Taking well-organized and detailed field notes,
• Communicating frequently with project managers, other field staff, and clients,
• Conducting searches according to a strict schedule and safely collecting and handling bird and bat carcasses,
• Driving a 4WD vehicle (provided to employee) on rough roads,
• Occasional assistance with other field- or office-related tasks.

Your Education:

• A post-secondary degree or diploma, or high school diploma.

Key Job Requirements:

• Willing and able to work under inclement weather, in a variety of environmental and vegetation conditions, for long hours, and occasionally on holidays or weekends
• Physically fit in order to walk for several hours each day in potentially challenging terrain.
• Demonstrated interest in wildlife and the environment, including the desire to pursue a career in this field.
• A good work ethic and positive attitude, dependability, flexibility, and excellent communication.
• Ability to work independently on a regular basis.
• Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail, including the maintenance of well-organized and detailed field notes.
• Able to reliably commute to the field work location on a regular basis by the start date
• A valid driver’s license and over 18 years old in order to drive a rental vehicle.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR Certification.

Assets:

• Experience in the identification of birds and/or bats by sight.
• Experience conducting wildlife surveys, soil assessments, vegetation inventories, or delineating vegetation communities using standard survey protocols.
• A reliable personal vehicle insured for work purposes, with at least $2 million in liability insurance (authorized mileage will be reimbursed)

Application Closing Date: August 31, 2025. Interviews will begin as suitable applicants are found.
Application Requirements: A cover letter addressed to Dorian Pomezanski is required with all applications.
Position Start Date: September 11, 2025.
Position End Date: October 31, 2025
Location: Medicine Hat, Alberta
Salary: $22.00-$25.00 per hour commensurate on experience.
Estimated number of hours per week, including authorized travel: 24 hours.
NRSI is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
NRSI is also committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in our recruitment process, employment, services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact our HR Department at 519-807-0592.
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• Taking well-organized and detailed field notes,
• Communicating frequently with project managers, other field staff, and clients,
• Conducting searches according to a strict schedule and safely collecting and handling bird and bat carcasses,
• Driving a 4WD vehicle (provided to employee) on rough roads,
• Occasional assistance with other field- or office-related tasks