Avian and Wildlife Ecologists

DWB's core values of Integrity, Community, and Service underpin all we do, and we welcome diversity and inclusion in our workplace, so we are searching for experienced applicants who have a desire to be a part of a positive, like-minded team

DWB has a culture that values and supports collaborative excellence and growth. We offer a competitive compensation package and pride ourselves on our community involvement, mentoring, and continuous professional development. DWB provides staff team-building events and sponsors annual company trips for their full-time employees including ocean fishing charters, Okanagan wine-tasting tours, fly-in remote hunting trips, and more

Primary Location(s): Prince George and Fort St. John, BC

Office or Field:
Office and field. Flexible work schedule.

Travel:
Some field work and travel is expected. Varies by position

Compensation:

Compensation varies by position, typically $30 - $45 / hr plus overtime, travel, professional dues, benefits, vacation pay, and year-end bonus.

Variation in salary is determined by factors such as position sought, qualifications, professional status, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Responsibilities:

• Provide field and office level assessment of avian or wildlife habitat, den sites and nests as well as leadership, professional guidance and advice to clients and internal staff.
• Bird nest monitoring.
• Identification of birds and wildlife visually and by calls.
• Development and implementation of avian and wildlife management measures.
• Development and implementation of study designs.
• Contributing to environmental management plans and construction planning for small and large scale projects.
• Supervising, training, and mentoring junior team members.

Your education, training, and memberships:

• Diploma, B.Sc or M.Sc in biology or related field
• Desirable asset:
• Professional designation (R.PBio or RB.Tech or equivalent) or eligibility within 6 months.

Your skills and experience:

• Experience varies depending on the position, typically 13 years of demonstrated relevant work experience.
• Effective relationship, communication, and networking skills to cultivate relationships with clients, regulators, team members, community members, and First Nations.
• Record neat and accurate data into field forms and/or desktop computers.
• Technical and scientific report writing.

Additional assets or skills that will be considered include:

• Basic understanding of applicable environmental legislation around protection of birds, wildlife and their nests and dens.
• Other wildlife life history knowledge and survey experience.
• Valid class 5 driver's licence
• Experience operating 4×4 vehicles offhighway
• Basic field orientation skills (mapping, compass, GPS)
• Ability to operate a computer and various PCbased software programs.

Closing Date for receipt of resumes: Open until filled.

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