Planning Ecologist
Planning Ecologist
Watershed Management
OPSEU Union – Full Time Permanent
Summary of Duties
The Planning Ecologist provides professional advice related to ecological principles, landscape ecology, and planning, complex impact assessment, aquatic/terrestrial flora and fauna identification, restoration and mitigation, and their practical applications. Supporting Watershed Services Division by providing ecological review for Permit applications and Planning Act applications, this position works with internal and external clients to maintain, enhance, protect and conserve the biological diversity and integrity of Niagara’s watershed resources. This position also contributes to the development of guidelines, policy and tools and NPCA management of natural heritage objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities
(a) Reviews Planning Act applications, proposals under the Environmental Assessment Act applications, and Permit applications to ensure conformity with NPCA Policy as well as ecological best management principles and practices
(b) Provides review and scoping of Environmental Impact Studies
(c) Provides environmental advice into any violations of Ontario Regulation 155/06 as well a conducting site visits to assess ecological impacts of works and advises on restoration within Regulated areas.
(d) Assists with processing Permit applications pursuant to Regulation 155/06
(e) Conducts follow up site inspections of issued work permits to ensure compliance
(f) Converses and communicates with customers in a clear, concise manner, ensuring understanding of ecological concepts and how they apply to related policy
(g) Assists with the development of guidelines and policy updates related to regulations
(h) Advises on internally led resource management strategies, programs and projects related to NPCA interests
Qualifications
– University degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Sciences or a related discipline with a Master’s Degree preferred
– Three years’ experience related to policy interpretation and implementation within ecological impact assessment and management
– Ability to review, interpret and implement legislated policies
– Southern Ontario Wetland Evaluation System certification an asset
– Ecological Land Classification Certification an asset
– Strong customer service, conflict resolution and negotiation skills
– Project management and meeting facilitation skills an asset
Salary Range: Union Grade 5 – $34.79 – $40.93 per hour (2021 rate)
Comprehensive benefits including OMERS pension plan
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