Invasive Species Internship
Job Title: Invasive Species Internship
Application Deadline: November 12, 2023 at 11:59 pm
Potential Start Date: January 2, 2024
Contract End Date: September 27, 2024
Hours: 35 hours per week (full-time 9 month contract)
Location: Peterborough, ON
Rate of Pay: $20.00 per hour + 4% vacation pay
Number of Positions: 1
The Invasive Species Internship is an exciting opportunity to work within the OFAH’s Invading Species Awareness Program. The successful candidate will assist with stewardship activities and monitoring fieldwork; speak and conduct seminars, workshops, and/or presentations on invasive species; share answering calls to the Invading Species Hotline; and assist with the program’s communication plan.
Education and Qualifications:
– Recently graduated from post-secondary education in biology, ecology, fish and wildlife, environmental science, or a related resource management program;
– Experience in monitoring local waters and natural areas would be an asset; and
– Experience networking and engaging the public in outreach and education regarding invasive species would be an asset.
Required Skills and Experience:
– Essential computer and database management skills (MS Office);
– Strong written and oral communication skills including public speaking;
– Organizational, multi-tasking, time management and project management skills; and
– Ability to work independently and co-operatively in a team.
Other Requirements:
– Applicants must have a valid driver’s licence (Class G), pleasure craft operator card, emergency first aid with level A CPR & AED certification (as a minimum), and valid OFAH membership (required at time of hire). OFAH employees are required to complete a criminal record check every three years.
– Small boat and pressure washer operating and trailering experience would be an asset.
Please forward a cover letter, résumé and one reference letter indicating how your skills and qualifications meet each of the requirements of this position to:
Attention: Alison Morris, ISAP Coordinator
Ontario Federation of Anglers & Hunters
P.O. Box 2800
Peterborough, Ontario K9J 8L5
Fax: (705) 748-9577
E-mail: jobs@ofah.org
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The deadline for applications is November 12, 2023 at 11:59 pm
Interviews will be held in November remotely by video conferencing (e.g. MS Teams, Zoom, etc.) or in-person in Peterborough, Ontario
Only candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.
The 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 OFAH is an equal opportunity and accessible employers. We are 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 aodafeedback@ofah.org.
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