Stewardship Field Assistant
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reporting to the Stewardship Coordinator – Operations, the Stewardship Field Assistant supports the delivery of the summer field and monitoring program for the Nature Trust’s conservation lands.
Stewardship Responsibilities:
Under the guidance of the Stewardship Coordinator, efficiently plan and deliver a program of fieldwork, volunteer training sessions and events across the province.
Property monitoring and reporting using Landscape. Property monitoring may involve collaborating with local volunteers.
Conservation easement monitoring and reporting, including communication with volunteers who monitor easements and with landowners.
Plan and deliver training sessions to teach groups of volunteers how to use Landscape.
Respond to volunteer inquiries and questions about using Landscape and troubleshoot using online resources as necessary.
With assistance from the stewardship team, plan work parties or stewardship events to accomplish stewardship work on Nature Trust staff and assist with other Nature Trust events.
Undertake additional field work as assigned to support the stewardship program
Complete stewardship activities (including, but not limited to, boundary maintenance, signage installation, invasive species removal)
Additional duties as assigned
Administrative/Technical Responsibilities:
Use tracking systems in Landscape for monitoring, reporting and stewardship actions.
Communications:
Work with Property Guardians and other volunteers as required for property monitoring and stewardship activities.
Occasionally provide social media updates and write for newsletters (Landlines and Branches).
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
The successful candidate will possess some post-secondary training in conservation sciences, ecology, biology, fish and wildlife, ecosystem management or related fields.
The ideal candidate will have some experience working in a conservation role.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
JOB SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Ability to competently use the Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel, and to learn to use the stewardship database, Landscape.
Ability to navigate extremely varied terrain on foot, over long distances, using GPS or compass.
Ability to kayak or canoe, or the willingness to learn.
Ability to work in an unstructured environment and remain organized
Ability to track progress against goals
Ability to work independently while maintaining team relationships
Valid driver’s license
Ability to work independently, oftentimes without direct supervision
GIS capabilities are considered an asset
Species identification, especially of species at risk or species of conservation concern, is considered an asset.
COMPETENCIES:
Supporter Focus – Delivers stakeholder-centric approach by anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders
Knowledge and Innovation – Being knowledgeable and current in their area of expertise and about the focus of the organization. Able to learn and apply knowledge to their work to improve outcomes and decision making. Gain new knowledge to cultivate innovation creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
Action Oriented – Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Holds themselves accountable to accomplish results.
Collaborates – Building partnership and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Uses their internal and external relationships to build effective networks.
Communicates Effectively – Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Uses compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others. Is an effective ambassador for the organization.
Values Differences – Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Treats all individuals with respect and exhibits an understanding of creating an inclusive work environment.
Instills Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Exhibits a high level of professionalism.
RELATIONSHIPS/CONTACTS
Reports to: Stewardship Coordinator – Operations
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL CONTACTS:
Volunteers, especially members of the Property Guardians
Other non-profits i.e.: Clean Annapolis River Project, Mersey Tobeatic Research Institute, Nature Conservancy of Canada
Internally: Stewardship Technician, Volunteer & Outreach Coordinator, Conservation Biologist, Office Coordinator
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position requires a combination of office and field work. For the duration of the 16-week position, the candidate will be required to travel and may be in the field for two to five days of each week. Field work may require camping at or near worksites. Office work will take place on-site at the Nova Scotia Nature Trust office in Dartmouth, NS.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please include the following in your application:
1. Current resume.
2. A cover letter clearly articulating your relevant knowledge and experience, why you are interested in the position and what you bring to this position.
Send your application materials to employment@nsnt.ca (please send resume and cover letter as one document).
Due to funding requirements, the candidate must be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment, a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred or who is legally entitled to work according to provincial legislation and regulations.
If you have any questions, please contact employment@nsnt.ca or phone (902) 425-5263.
START DATE AND COMPENSATION
This position is funded through the Canada Summer Students Grant program and will be filled as soon as possible. Compensation will be $16/hr for 37.5hr/ week for a maximum of 16 weeks.
Due to the anticipated volume of applications, we will only be contacting shortlisted candidates. We greatly appreciate your interest in the work of the Nature Trust!
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