Wildlife Recovery Biologist

at  Government of Alberta

JOB INFORMATION

Job Requisition ID: 62786
Ministry: Environment & Protected Areas
Location: Peace River
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: October 11, 2024
Classification: Natural Resources 8
Salary: $2,896.94 to $3,741.60 bi-weekly ($75,610 - $97,655/year)
Alberta Environment and Protected Areas is dedicated to safeguarding Alberta’s natural resources and ecosystems while balancing environmental and economic needs. We focus on wildlife conservation, managing protected areas, creating environmental policies, conducting research, and engaging the public through educational initiatives. Our commitment is to sustainability, ensuring Alberta’s landscapes and resources are preserved and responsibly managed for future generations.

POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION:

• Specify your major and the length of the program.
• Indicate the year of graduation.
• Example: Bachelor of Social Work, 4-year Degree (Graduated 2017).
  Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Join a passionate team dedicated to preserving Alberta’s wildlife! As a Wildlife Recovery Biologist, you will play a crucial role in supporting the recovery of at-risk species like Woodland Caribou and Wood Bison. Reporting to a Senior Wildlife/Species at Risk Biologist, you will work independently and collaboratively in the field and office to conduct population assessments, implement recovery actions, and analyze wildlife data. This is your chance to make a real impact on the conservation of Alberta’s iconic wildlife species.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement work plans for population assessments, including data collection on size, recruitment, and mortality.
• Conduct field operations such as collaring, surveys, and mortality investigations for Woodland Caribou and Wood Bison.
• Analyze and model wildlife population data using modern statistical methods (R, etc.).
• Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, including scientific publications and plain-language summaries.
• Collaborate with Indigenous communities, environmental organizations, and government agencies to foster recovery efforts.
• Implement recovery actions to mitigate threats such as predation and disease, with emphasis on population recovery plans.
• Ensure compliance with provincial and federal wildlife legislation and contribute to range planning and risk assessments.

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