Junior Terrestrial Ecologist

Junior Terrestrial Ecologist - ( 240001H5 )
Description
Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We are a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities we support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.
Your Opportunity
The Ecology Team has an opportunity for Junior Terrestrial Ecologist in one of our southern Ontario offices. The successful candidate will join our team of aquatic and terrestrial biologists who value teamwork and enjoy the company of their colleagues.
Your Key Responsibilities
Primary Tasks, working under the supervision of Project Managers and Senior Biologists:
Conduct background reviews for natural heritage assessments
Undertake field work using Stantec’s Standard Operating Procedures and industry standard protocols, including inventory and assessment of:
Wildlife and wildlife habitat
Flora and vegetation communities
Species at risk and other species of conservation concern
Determining the effectiveness of mitigation efforts for species at risk or other sensitive species or features in Ontario during construction projects
Enter, compile, and analyze field data
Prepare reports, including natural heritage input to a variety of planning projects such as species at risk assessments, environmental assessments, environmental impact studies, and ecological monitoring
Assist in the preparation of applications for authorization under the Endangered Species Act, 2007 or other relevant legislation
Occasionally travel for work, including field work in remote locations, which may require intense travel during the field season and on weekends
Participate in Stantec’s Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) policies, procedures, standards and guidelines in the execution of all work
Occasional Tasks may include:
Participate in field sampling for fish, benthic macroinvertebrates, sediment and water quality
Conduct aquatic and habitat assessments for fisheries.
Qualifications
Your Capabilities and Credentials
The successful candidate will possess the following:
Species identification expertise (e.g., trees and other plants, herptiles, birds)
Valid Class G driver’s license
Enthusiasm for working in field and office settings
Ability to work well within a team environment
Independent problem-solving abilities, and able to adapt to a changing work schedule
Excellent technical writing and oral communication skills
Organization and time management skills
The following would be considered assets:
Previous environmental consulting experience
Previous experience conducting surveys for species at risk in Ontario
Previous experience supporting environmental assessments and permitting
Certification or experience applying Ecological Land Classification in Ontario
Certification or experience applying the Ontario Wetland Evaluation System
Experience applying the Significant Wildlife Habitat Technical Guide and Ecoregion Criteria Schedules
Butternut Health Assessor certification
Backpack electrofishing certification and other fisheries experience.
Education and Experience
A Bachelor’s degree in Biology or technical diploma in a related field is required as a minimum
Minimum of 1 year of professional experience as a terrestrial ecologist in Ontario
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, complete exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
This is a contract position that is expected to run from May 6 to December 13, 2024 with a possibility of extension.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a well-being program, health care spending account, wellness spending accounts, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Primary Location : Canada-Ontario-Waterloo
Other Locations : Canada-Ontario-London, Canada-Ontario-Stoney Creek, Canada-Ontario-Markham, Canada-Ontario-Toronto
Organization : BC-1609 EnvSvcs-CA Ontario West
Employee Status : Temporary
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Travel : Yes, 50 % of the Time
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Apr 8, 2024, 12:23:03 PM
Req ID: 240001H5
additional
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