Wildlife Research Technician
Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding opportunity that allows you to make a positive impact on wildlife and contribute to public safety? If so, do not miss this opportunity to be a part of an energetic and highly professional team with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry’s Rabies Surveillance and Control Program. Gain valuable experience in your field and lay the groundwork for a future with the Ontario Public Service in areas such as science, biology, natural resources and environment.
Temporary assignments/contracts for up to 16 weeks, with the possibility of extension, in:
West Region (Vineland): 8-12 positions
Southern Region (Peterborough): 2 positions
Please Note: Moving or living expenses/reimbursements are not available.
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We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.
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What can I expect to do in this role?
Are you looking for an exciting position supporting wildlife health? In this role, you will carry out a variety of technical duties and program responsibilities associated with the delivery of wildlife rabies research, control and management programs.
Every year throughout the summer and fall, our team works together to:
• distribute oral rabies vaccine baits by hand, bait station, helicopter, and airplane
• conduct trap-vaccinate-release of wildlife in high-risk areas
• test dead, sick, and strange-acting wildlife for rabies
• conduct research to help improve the effectiveness of rabies control operations
Learn more at: Wildlife rabies outbreaks and control operations | ontario.ca
< https://www.ontario.ca/page/wildlife-rabies-outbreaks-and-control-operations >
Location: Peterborough, Vineland
How do I qualify?
Mandatory requirements:
• You must have a valid class G driver’s licence or equivalent. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver’s licence upon being hired.
• You are, or are willing to be, vaccinated against the rabies virus and maintain an adequate antibody titre.
• You possess, or have the ability to complete, Standard First Aid and CPR training.
• You are capable of working in low-altitude aircraft (twin otter, beaver, and helicopter).
• You have the ability to undertake fieldwork, working in inclement weather conditions, lifting, and carrying heavy objects (field gear), and hiking long distances over difficult terrain.
Technical knowledge and skills:
• You have proven experience working in lab and field operations.
• You have experience working with laboratory and field equipment, including use of live-traps.
• You have the ability to collect and process specimens for biological data.
• You have basic knowledge in mammalian anatomy.
• You have knowledge of wildlife research and management techniques and principles.
General skills:
• You have proven ability to work as a team member with minimal supervision.
• You have interpersonal and communication skills to interact with the public and landowners with tact and diplomacy.
• You can work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and ensure team members working with you are following workplace regulations.
• You possess problem-solving skills to troubleshoot operational field activities.
• You have organizational skills and attention to detail.
• You have well developed knowledge and skills working with computers and computer software such as word processing, spreadsheets and data entry.
Salary Range: $22.23 – $24.10 Per Hour
Additional Information:
· 1 Temporary, duration up to 16 weeks (with possibility of extension), 4890 Victoria Ave N, Vineland, West Region or 2140 East Bank Dr, Peterborough, East Region
How to apply:
Applications must be received by the end of the closing date, March 17, 2023. Please send your resume and cover letter, quoting Job ID 195630, to: Sarah Hagey, Science Operations Supervisor (Acting), at sarah.hagey@ontario.ca.
Note:
· This is not a competition under Article 6 of the OPSEU collective agreement and will be used to create a list of qualified candidates to fill upcoming short-term contract opportunities.
If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/ContactUs.aspx to provide your contact information. Recruitment Services staff will contact you within 48 hours. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with Ontario’s Human Rights Code.
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