Invasive Species Monitoring Technician
Job Title: Invasive Species Monitoring Technician
Application Deadline: March 26, 2023 at 11:59 pm
Potential Start Date: May 1, 2023
Potential End Date: October 13, 2023
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: Peterborough, ON
Rate of Pay: $25.00 + 4% vacation pay
Number of Positions: 1
The Invasive Species Monitoring Technician is an exciting opportunity to work within the OFAH’s Invading Species Awareness Program. The successful candidate will conduct surveillance of water soldier populations in Ontario, including known populations in the Trent-Severn Waterway, Red Horse Lake, and the Bay of Quinte. Other responsibilities include participating as a member of the Water Soldier Working Group, speak and conduct seminars, workshops, and/or presentations on invasive species, including water soldier, share answering calls to the Invading Species Hotline, and assist with the program’s communication plan.
Education and Qualifications:
- College or university education in fish and wildlife, biology, environmental science, or equivalent work-related experience in the relevant fields.
- Minimum of two years natural resources monitoring experience.
- Education and outreach experience would be an asset.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Essential computer and database management skills (MS Office), written and oral communication skills, public relations, public speaking, interpersonal skills, project management, organizational and multi-tasking skills, time management, and problem solving required.
- Must be familiar with recreational watercraft equipment/mechanics and operating/maneuvering a vehicle while towing a trailer.
Other Requirements:
- Applicants must have a valid driver’s license (class G), passport, fishing licence, pleasure craft operators card, emergency first aid training with level A CPR and AED certification (as a minimum), criminal record check, and OFAH membership.
Please forward in one document a cover letter, résumé and two references indicating how your skills and qualifications meet each of the requirements of this position to:
Attention: Robert McGowan, ISAP Project Specialist
Ontario Federation of Anglers & Hunters
P.O. Box 2800
Peterborough, Ontario K9J 8L5
Fax: (705) 748-9577
E-mail: jobs@ofah.org
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE OR EMAIL INQUIRES PLEASE
The deadline for applications is March 26, 2023 at 11:59 pm
Interviews will be held remotely by video conferencing or in-person in Peterborough, Ontario
The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters (OFAH) stays informed in regards to the current public and workplace health and safety measures surrounding infectious diseases from federal, provincial and municipal levels of government, and provides regular updates to our staff. We have a workplace safety plan and training in place for our staff and update our plan and training when workplace health and safety measures are implemented or revised by government and public health officials.
The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters is an equal opportunity and accessible employer.
The OFAH is committed to providing accessible opportunities for all qualified job applicants. Should you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 705-748-6324 x245 or aodafeedback@ofah.org.
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