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*Aquatic Ecosystems Biologist. This position is with the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship, based in Williams Lake (opportunity for telecommuting). The Aquatic Ecosystems Biologist role involves a broad range of subject areas and functions, including collecting and managing information on aquatic species habitats and ecosystems, species at risk, habitat conservation, management and restoration and developing and implementing standards and guidelines related to these areas.

Application deadline is October 9, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Senior Conservation Planning Biologist. There are two positions available with the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship; 1 temporary assignment until March 31, 2024, with the opportunity to become permanent in Smithers, Terrace, or Burns Lake and 1 permanent opportunity available in Prince George, Fort St. James, Vanderhoof, or Mackenzie. The position will lead a diverse project team of multidisciplinary specialists across multiple agencies and is responsible for the management, coordination and delivery of strategic initiatives from initiation through to conclusion. Developing lasting partnerships with First Nations and interested parties is key to ensuring a shared responsibility for caribou recovery across the province. 

Application deadline is October 6, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Conservation Planning Biologist. This is a hybrid position (work-at-home/in office) with the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship that may be based in one of several locations in B.C. The position bridges environmental, social, and economic disciplines of natural resource management to advance caribou recovery and engages directly with First Nations and interested parties to that end. This position is a member of the provincial Caribou Recovery Program Planning Initiatives Team and will be responsible for projects that support the goals of the program. 

Application deadline is October 4, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Aquatic Ecosystems Biologist. This position is with the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship. The position supports a range of aquatic ecosystems initiatives which may include planning and objective-setting, legal habitat protection designations, aquatic habitat restoration projects, aquatic species at risk recovery,  authorizations/referrals, Cumulative Effects assessments, and effectiveness monitoring. The position may qualify for some telecommuting,  based in Cranbrook, Nelson, Revelstoke, Invermere, or Creston offices.

Application deadline is October 4, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Wildlife Biologist III. The Canadian Wildlife Service is hiring to a Wildlife Biologist III position. It will be based in Ottawa, Port Rowan or Toronto, Ontario. This position may participate in regional engagement with partners and stakeholders on stewardship, project management and funding initiatives, terrestrial and aquatic wildlife monitoring and assessment, landscape and geospatial analysis, planning, evaluating, and implementing nature-based solutions for greenhouse gas emission reduction, effecting wildlife conservation permitting activities, and informing regional impact assessments.

Application deadline is September 25, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Ecosystem Biologist. This position is with the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship in Burns Lake, Smithers or Terrace, B. C. The Ecosystem Biologist will will work within the Skeena Ecosystem Section to develop and implement ecosystem conservation, restoration and enhancement projects, provide expert advice to decision-makers and develop objectives, mitigation and management strategies.

Application deadline is September 20, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Marine Ecosystems Biologist. This position is with the Water, Fisheries and Coastal Policy and Planning Division of the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship. It can be based in any office of that Ministry. The Marine Ecosystems Biologist is responsible for developing and implementing local ecosystem management practices (monitoring, conservation, restoration) in the coastal marine environment and assisting in the regional coordination of these practices to support coastwide conservation and management strategies. 

Application deadline is September 14, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Species at Risk Biologist. Alberta Environment and Protected Areas is hiring a Species At Risk Biologist for their Grande Prairie office. This position is focused primarily on woodland caribou recovery and you will play a pivotal role in ensuring sustainable woodland caribou populations in the province of Alberta. You will be involved in establishing efficient procedures that strike the right balance between resource management and preservation. 

Application deadline is September 11, 2023 . For more information, follow this link

*Environmental Assessment Biologist. This position is with the Manitoba Dept. of Transportation and Infrastructure and it is based in Winnipeg. As an Environmental Assessment Biologist, you will takes responsibility for projects requiring internal and external environmental approvals to meet federal and provincial environmental legislation and applicable best management practices. This position provides support in supervising staff, coordinating environmental assessments, development of mitigation measures, conducting field investigations, review of scientific and other technical reports, as well as obtaining regulatory approvals for various infrastructure projects. 

Application deadline is August 31, 2023. For more information, follow this link and search for Job Ad No. 41178

*Biologist. Dillon Consulting Ltd is hiring a Biologist for their office in Chatham or Windsor, Ontario. In this position, you will complete various field programs throughout Ontario to collect field data including but not limited to, wildlife surveys (e.g., amphibians, birds), land cover and habitat classification, vegetation surveys, fish and fish habitat surveys, and soil or water quality sampling. You will also prepare technical reports and memos related to environmental assessments on various sites, as required.

No application deadline given – Viewed on-line on Aug 23. For more information, follow this link.

*Wildlife Recovery Biologist. This position is with Alberta Environment and Protected Areas in Edmonton. The Wildlife Recovery Biologist will be responsible for the planning and delivery of both field-based operations and desk-based evaluation with reporting activities to support assessment of woodland caribou and wood bison population size, recruitment, mortality, movements and pathogens to address threats to at-risk wildlife caused by land-use, predation and disease.  This position plays a key role in providing strong professional and operational support, advice and direction to various provincial level tasks, strategies, policies and processes.  

Application deadline is August 21, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Wildlife Biologist. This position is with Alberta Environment and Protected Areas and it is based in Edson. This Wildlife Biologist will manage field programs, develop comprehensive reports and provide interpretations and recommendations on significant wildlife issues. In-depth knowledge of resource management will enable the incumbent to function as the area-level authority for specific management projects. 

Application deadline is August 14, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Aquatic Research Scientist. Ontario’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry is hiring an Aquatic Research Scientist for their Peterborough office. The successful candidate will design, coordinate and conduct a comprehensive applied aquatic ecology and fisheries research program, provide scientific advice and recommendations, and participate in the development of policy and in management decisions.

Application deadline is August 14, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Cormorant Project Technician. This is a six-month position with Alberta Environment and Protected Areas, based in Cold Lake or Bonnyville. This technician will be supporting the Moose Lake Cormorant Program. You will conduct surveillance and manage data about the location and size of cormorant colonies and assist in completing fisheries monitoring and diet analysis of juvenile and adult cormorants.

Application deadline is August 8, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Species at Risk Biologist. Alberta Environment and Protected Areas is hiring a Species At Risk Biologist for their Grande Prairie office. This is a temporary position (6 months?) for the Species At Risk project delivery, data collection and management in northwest Alberta.

Application deadline is “until suitable candidate is found” – Still posted on July 26. For more information, follow this link

*Invertebrate Conservation Biologist. This position is with the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship in Surrey, B.C. This position is in the Species Conservation Science Unit. The focus of this unit is to prevent species from becoming at risk and recover species already assessed as at-risk.

Application deadline is August 4, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Senior Wildlife Biologist. This position is with the Newfoundland/Labrador Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture and based in Happy Valley – Goose Bay. This biologist will lead the planning,  and coordination of research and inventory programs for various wildlife populations in Labrador. 

No application deadline given – Posting updated on July 4. For more information, follow this link and search using Occupational Category = Scientific and Academic.

*Senior Fisheries Biologist. This position is with Alberta Environment and Protected Areas and is based in Rocky Mountain House. The Senior Fisheries Biologist is accountable for the development and delivery of the full range of Fisheries Management Program activities designed to ensure the long-term sustainability of the fish populations and fish habitat for the Rocky Mountain House Area. 

Application deadline is “until suitable candidate is found” (Still posted on July 26, 2023). For more information, follow this link.

*Biologist or Terrestrial Ecologist. The Environmental Services Group of the Hatch Corporation is hiring a Biologist for their Thunder Bay, Ontario office. This biologist position will act as a subject matter expert in biology or terrestrial ecology;  support environmental planning, contribute to environmental assessments and other duties.

<Note that there are also postings from Hatch for three other positions – based in Mississauga, Sudbury and Niagara Falls, Ontario.> 

No application deadline given – Posted on July 7. For more information, follow this link.

*Senior Terrestrial Biologist. The Environment and Sustainable Development Group of the Hatch Corporation is hiring a Senior Terrestrial Biologist for their Montreal office. This bilingual position will plan, supervise and coordinate characterization work on the terrestrial biological environment (wildlife and flora inventories, characterization of wetlands and bodies of water)., participate in the preparation of inventory protocols prior to field work, compile and analyze data and other duties.

No application deadline given – Posted on June 12. For more information, follow this link.

*Senior Aquatic Biologist. The Environment and Sustainable Development Group of the Hatch Corporation is hiring a Senior Aquatic Biologist for their Montreal office. This bilingual position will direct, plan, supervise and coordinate characterization work on the aquatic biological environment, participate in the preparation of inventory protocols prior to field work, compile and analyze data and other duties.

No application deadline given – Posted on June 12. For more information, follow this link.

*Wildlife Recovery Biologist. Two-year positions are available in Fort McMurray, Peace River and Grande Prairie, working for Alberta Environment and Protected Areas. These positions are responsible for the planning and delivery of both field-based operations, desk-based evaluation and reporting activities to support assessment of woodland caribou and wood bison population size, recruitment, mortality, movements and pathogens, as well as to address threats to at-risk wildlife caused by land-use, predation and disease. 

Application deadline is “until suitable candidates found” (Posted on July 2, 2023). For more information, follow this link.

*Fish and Wildlife Biologist. This position is with the B.C. Ministry of Forests in Daajing Giids, the former Village of Queen Charlotte on Haida Gwaii. As a Fish and Wildlife Biologist, you will develop and implement ecosystem monitoring, conservation, restoration and enhancement projects in urban, agricultural and/or forest settings. 

Application deadline is July 21, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Regional Wildlife Manager. This position is with the Manitoba Dept. of Natural Resources and Northern Development, based in Gimli. The successful applicant will assist in the development and delivery of all wildlife programming including commercial wildlife allocation, wildlife habitat assessment, wildlife disease, population monitoring, season setting and non-game management. 

Application deadline is July 20, 2023. For more information, see Advertisement # 41440 at this link.

*Fisheries Section Head. This position is with the B.C. Ministry of Forests in Kamloops or Penticton. As the Fisheries Section head, you will be in a key leadership position, providing mentoring, coaching, and professional oversight for the regional Fisheries program.  This includes the management planning, and assessment, regulation and conservation of fish and ecosystem resources. 

Application deadline is July 18, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Fish and Wildlife Biologist. This position is with the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship. No office location is given, as the successful candidate can work remotely from their British Columbia home. The Fish and Wildlife Biologist will manage, maintain and upgrade a large-scale habitat model to advance provincial stewardship priorities for shared wildlife and ecosystem values with Indigenous partners. Tasks will include planning and developing ecosystem monitoring, conservation, restoration and enhancement of field projects through advanced spatial data analysis and then participation in implementing these projects during the field season. 

Application deadline is July 11, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Resource Information Specialist. This position is with the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship in Prince George or Fort St John with a telecommuting option available. As the Resource Information Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting clients on matters related to fish and wildlife inventory and habitat information, fish passage, terrestrial ecosystems, soils, and terrain information.  You will also act as a technical authority for integrated inventory and decision support projects, providing expertise on the collection, capture and application of aquatic and terrestrial information, including any associated data limitations and risks

Application deadline is July 4, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Terrestrial Ecologist. This fulltime position is with WSP Canada Inc. and will be based in the Greater Toronto Area in Ontario. As the Terrestrial Ecologist you’ll guide Ecologists, as well as participate in undertaking field investigations, such as: wildlife surveys, botanical inventories, Ecological Land Classification (ELC), targeted SAR surveys and SAR habitat assessments, wetland and other feature delineations. You will lead report preparation (e.g., environmental assessment documentation, environmental impact studies and ecological monitoring reports), including documentation of existing conditions, identification of ecological sensitivities, potential impacts and recommended mitigation measures.  The candidate will have an understanding of disciplines outside ecology (e.g. planning), and how they are integrated with ecology for effective project delivery (e.g. for EIS, MTO, municipal EAs, etc.).

No application deadline given – Posted on June 9. For more information, follow this link.

*Wildlife Biologist. Alberta Forestry, Parks and Tourism is hiring a wildlife biologist for their office in Cochrane, Alberta. This position is for a Game Allocation Biologist who will play a crucial role in ensuring the long-term sustainability and use of wildlife species and habitats across the province. Working closely with our Provincial Big Game Specialist, you will be responsible for a wide range of professional program activities, including program planning and delivery, data analysis, population inventory and monitoring, big game permitting and licensing as well as budget management.

Application deadline is June 27, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Ecosystems Biologist. This position is with the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship in Dawson Creek, Fort Nelson, or Fort St John, BC. As an Ecosystems Biologist, you will be expected to provide professional and technical expertise to support the recovery and management of caribou and caribou habitat. Key activities will include planning, implementation, and monitoring of caribou recovery related initiatives. You may also provide subject matter expertise on herd planning initiatives in the broader context of land use planning, drafting of monitoring and technical reports, leading or supporting projects with both internal and external collaborators, and data entry and records management. The position has both office and field-based components.

Application deadline is June 26, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Cumulative Impact Monitoring Scientist. The Dept. of Environment and Climate Change for the Northwest Territories is hiring a scientist to help develop, refine and implement the Cumulative Impact Monitoring Framework. This position will also conduct monitoring and research, and analyze existing data, as needed. The position will be based in Yellowknife.  

Application deadline is June 25, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Senior Fisheries Technician. This is a one-year position with Alberta Environment and Protected Areas. It will be located in Cold Lake or Bonnyville, Alberta. This fisheries technician will provide support to the Bonnyville Cormorant Monitoring and Management program. This will include undertaking fisheries assessments, cormorant monitoring and management.  You will be responsible for scheduling, preparation and maintenance of equipment, as well as for data management, data summaries, preliminary analysis and technical reporting for this program. This position will also contribute to and implement program safety plans.

Application deadline is “until suitable candidate is found” (Posted on June 13, 2023). For more information, follow this link.

*Manager, Wildlife Research. The Nunavut Dept. of Environment is hiring a Wildlife Research Manager to be stationed in Iqaluit. This Manager is will supervise staff and ensure effective support for Wildlife research and management programs, to identify long term strategic needs for research required to meet decision-making requirements under the Nunavut Agreement, and to provide information and advice to other sections, agencies, jurisdictions and the public. 

Application deadline is June 23, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Wildlife Biologist. Alberta Environment and Protected Areas is hiring a wildlife biologist for their Fort McMurray office. In this position, you will manage field programs, develop comprehensive reports and provide interpretations and recommendations on significant wildlife issues. This position plays a key role in providing strong professional and operational support, advice, and direction to various provincial level tasks, strategies, policies, and processes. 

Application deadline is June 22, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Wildlife Engagement Specialist. This position is with the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship in several locations; e.g. Fort St. James, Mackenzie, Prince George, Vanderhoof. The Wildlife Engagement Specialist will focus on leading First Nations engagement as it relates to wildlife management. A strong wildlife management background will contribute to collaborative activities focused on Indigenous reconciliation and implementing the Together for Wildlife strategy to improve wildlife management in the Omineca Region.

Application deadline is June 22, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Aquatic Science Biologist lll. Fisheries and Oceans Canada is hiring a Biologist lll for the Ecosystems and Oceans Science Sector in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Major duties include supervising staff, providing advice to DFO staff and external partners on development of project proposals and study design, acting as a liaison between DFO Science staff and Indigenous partners to increase collaborations in science activities, planning, and advice. 

Application deadline is June 21, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Wildlife Biologist. The BC Ministry of Forests is hiring a Wildlife Biologist for their Dawson Creek, Fort Nelson,  or Fort St. John office. This biologist will provide professional and technical expertise to support management of natural diversity of wildlife species and their habitats. Key activities include recommendations to support statutory decisions, operational planning, science-based standards, monitoring and technical reports, lead and/or support projects which may include management of contracts.

Application deadline is June 16, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Fisheries Population Specialist. This position is with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry in South Porcupine. The Fisheries Population Specialist will support an integrated science and information program and fisheries population management and monitoring. He/she will develop and refine practices, standards, indices and tools related to fisheries populations, their monitoring and management and the conservation of aquatic diversity.

Application deadline is June 7, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Assistant Fisheries Technician. The Manitoba Dept of Natural Resources and Northern Development is hiring a fisheries technician for their Thompson office. The Northeast Region’s Assistant Fisheries Technician’s primary role will be to assist regional staff throughout the northern part of the province in conducting annual index gillnetting programs in various locations. 

Application deadline is May 31, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Wildlife Engagement Specialist. This position is with the BC Ministry of Forests in 100 Mile House, Quesnell or Williams Lake. The Wildlife Engagement Specialist will implement and support wildlife management with a focus on leading First Nation engagement as it relates to wildlife management. A strong wildlife management and human dimensions background will contribute to leading collaborative wildlife management activities focused on Indigenous reconciliation and improving wildlife management in the Cariboo Region.

Application deadline is May 30, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Wildlife Data Specialist. This position is with the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship and it can be based in any Ministry office. The Wildlife Data Specialist supports the Caribou Recovery Program, managing provincial Caribou related inventory and habitat data, systems, tools, applications, products, and related information to ensure the availability of accurate, science-based information to support natural resource decision making.

Application deadline is May 24, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Research Wildlife Ecologist. The BC Ministry of Forests is hiring an ecologist for their 100 Mile House office or other centres (See ad). The Research Wildlife Ecologist is a scientific advisor in natural resource management for the Cariboo-Chilcotin region. The successful applicant will conduct applied research to support science-based decision-making and provide expert professional advice on wildlife species – habitat relationships within the ecosystems of the Cariboo region. 

Application deadline is May 19, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Environmental Impact Assessment Biologist. There are three positions with the B.C. Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy and they can be located in any Ministry office location. The Environmental Impact Assessment Biologist provides biological, chemical and other environmental impact assessment (EIA) support to legislated and other statutory decision makers by recommending effluent management and monitoring requirements for Environmental Management Act authorizations. This position designs, implements and assesses water quality monitoring programs for EIA studies and provides technical input on Environmental Assessment Act reviews.

Application deadline is May 16, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Aquatic Habitat Biologist. This position is with the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship in Skeena, B.C. The Aquatic Habitat Biologist works to advance fish and aquatic habitat management and conservation in the Skeena Region. Regular work in deep collaboration with Indigenous groups will be an integral aspect of the job. 

Application deadline is May 11, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Senior Terrestrial Biologist. Hatfield Consultants is hiring a terrestrial biologist for their North Vancouver/New Westminster office.  In this position, you will manage project teams for the terrestrial biology components of permitting, assessment, and monitoring projects, provide technical expertise related to terrestrial wildlife and ecological survey design, as well as other duties.

No application deadline is given. (Posted April 12, 2023). For more information, see this document.

*Wildlife and Fisheries Biologist (updated job title). The BC Ministry of Forests is hiring a biologist for their Chilliwack/Surrey offices. As a Wildlife & Fisheries Biologist in the South Coast Natural Resource District, you will work to implement and support fish, wildlife and/or ecosystems authorizations and management.

Application deadline is May 2, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Senior Aquatic Ecosystems Biologist. This position is with the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship in Cranbrook or Nelson, B.C. The Senior Aquatic Ecosystems Biologist leads and supports aquatic ecosystem staff and manages financial resources for aquatic ecosystem stewardship in the region. The position leads aquatic ecosystems initiatives which may include planning and objective-setting, legal habitat protection designations, aquatic habitat restoration projects, aquatic species at risk recovery, authorizations/referrals, Cumulative Effects assessments, and effectiveness monitoring.

Application deadline is April 25, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Environmental Coordinator.  Working for the B.C. Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, the Environmental Coordinator provides expert technical advice and support about overall environmental and socio-community issues associated with highway development and operations, including influence on natural habitats, watercourses, fisheries, wildlife and cultural resources. There are two positions available for offices in Kamloops, Prince George, Coquitlam, or Victoria.

Application deadline is April 24, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Regional Aquatic Ecologist. This position is with the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship in Kamloops or Penticton. The Regional Aquatic Ecologist is a technical specialist position that supports regional planning tables and leads aquatic ecosystems initiatives related to watershed management, habitat designations, restoration projects, species at risk recovery and environmental flow needs.

Application deadline is April 18, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*First Nations and Stakeholder Engagement Biologist. The BC Ministry of Forests is hiring biologists to lead engagement and consultation with First Nations and stakeholders to help deliver the Regional Fish and Wildlife management program. In addition, this position also provides scientific leadership and biology expertise to the Senior Wildlife Biologist and Wildlife Section Head. Positions are available in Kamloops and Penticton.

Application deadline is April 10, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Wildlife Program Coordinator.  Working for the B.C. Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, the Wildlife Program Coordinator will work on programs to reduce wildlife/vehicle collisions. Job locations include Kamloops, Prince George, Coquitlam and Victoria.

Application deadline is April 3, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Director, Protected Areas and Ecosystems. This position is with the Nova Scotia Dept. of Environment and Climate Change and will be based in Halifax. In this senior position, you will provide vision, strategic oversight, and operational leadership for land and water protection in Nova Scotia by creating and maintaining a culture built on conservation science, partnerships, effective policy and programs, and the application of best practice approaches to conservation planning and protected areas management..

Application deadline is March 30, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Wildlife Engagement Specialist. This position is with the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship in Prince George. The Wildlife Engagement Specialist will focus on leading First Nations engagement as it relates to wildlife management. A strong wildlife management background will contribute to collaborative activities focused on Indigenous reconciliation and implementing the Together for Wildlife strategy to improve wildlife management in the Omineca Region.

Application deadline is March 30, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Fisheries Biologist / Program Officer. The PEI Department of Fisheries and Community is hiring a Fisheries Biologist to be based in Montague, Prince Edward Island. The role of this biologist is, among other things, to participate in commercial fishery research focusing on Lobster – executing the Lobster Resource Monitoring Program, sample onboard commercial fishing vessels collecting biological information and analyze data collected in the field to support research programs.

Application deadline is March 29, 2023. For more information, follow this link and scroll down the list of jobs to Fisheries Biologist/Program Officer.

*Aquatic Invasive Fauna Specialist. The B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship is hiring to this position for multiple locations in British Columbia. The role of the Aquatic Invasive Fauna Specialist is to work with an extensive network of partners to prioritize provincial approaches to high-risk aquatic invasive fauna, such as zebra and quagga mussels. The specialist will be responsible for developing aquatic invasive fauna prevention strategies, advancing surveillance, coordinating a rapid response to new incursions and delivering community outreach.

Application deadline is March 28, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Wildlife Viewing Specialist.  The Yukon Dept. of Environment is hiring a Wildlife Viewing Specialist to develop scientifically accurate, Yukon-specific interpretive products regarding the non-consumptive values of wildlife and provide opportunities for Yukoners to learn more about the natural environment. The Wildlife Viewing Specialist works as part of a team of Environment staff in gathering and assessing information regarding the life histories of Yukon wildlife and their habitat use. The position is located in Whitehorse.

Application deadline is March 24, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Biologist. The National Capital Commission in Ottawa is hiring a biologist to work on environmental impact assessments. This is for a three-year term. The Biologist conducts biological surveys, supervises ecological studies, implements ecological monitoring programs, and contributes to environmental impact assessments. He/she provides expert advice on natural resource management and assists in the completion of Impact Assessment Determinations and environmental permit applications required for the completion of National Capital Commission (NCC) projects in both Québec and Ontario.

Application deadline is March 21, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Fisheries Biologists (3). Alberta Environment and Protected Areas is hiring Fisheries Biologists for their Slave Lake, Peace River and Grand Prairie offices. The Fisheries Biologist will conduct fish population inventories and monitoring programs, advise on harvest levels and species recovery plans, support public consultations and other activities related to fisheries management.

 Applications accepted until suitable candidates are found. For more information, follow this link . (Still posted on March 18, 2023)

*Research Technician. The BC Ministry of Forests is hiring a Research Technician for the Thompson-Okanagan Region. This field-based technician will support fish and wildlife programs, including inventory, sampling and monitoring. The position can be based in Kamloops, Penticton or other locations.

Application deadline is March 3, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Wildlife Biologist. The BC Ministry of Forests is hiring a Wildlife Biologist that will be based in Kamloops. This position applies biological theory, methodology and technical knowledge of wildlife species, current research, techniques, and technologies, to assess management options on wildlife species.

Application deadline is February 20, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Seasonal Botany Field Assistant. There is an opportunity for summer work with the lab team of Dr. Charles Nock at the  University of Alberta.  The successful applicant will assist a graduate student examining the species and functional diversity of forest understory vascular plant species of pine-dominated forest remnants in anthropogenic and natural disturbances. The position is based in Edmonton with extensive travel and field work in northern Alberta.

Application deadline is February 20, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Carnivore Conservation Specialist. The B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship is hiring to this position in their Victoria office. Other locations may be considered. The role of the Carnivore Conservation Specialist is to identify conservation issues facing mesocarnivore populations in British Columbia, collect data and information on these populations and the threats facing them, and develop tools, training, and other products to help government and non-government decision-makers effectively contribute to the continued sustainability of these species throughout their native ranges in the province.

Application deadline is February 13, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Student Summer Jobs. The Ontario government is hiring students for a wide range of summer jobs, such as Assistant Fish Culture Technician, Assistant Fisheries Technician, Fish & Wildlife Assistant, and Aquatic/Wildlife Biologist.

 Application deadline is February 7, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Vegetation Ecologist. There are several positions with the B.C. Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship at various locations. The Vegetation Ecologist contributes to conservation status ranking, mapping and data management for ecosystems at risk. He or she will work with botanists, zoologists and data managers in the BC Conservation Data Centre. 

 Application deadline is February 6, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Senior Fisheries Technician. Alberta Environment and Protected Areas is hiring a fisheries technician for their Slave Lake office. As a Senior Fisheries Technician, you will participate in an integrated team responsible for the management of fisheries resources and delivery of annual work plans in Alberta’s Northwest Region.  

 Application deadline is February 3, 2023. For more information, follow this link .

*Manager, Environmental Affairs. This position is with the Yukon Environment Department and is based in Whitehorse. This person leads the Environmental Affairs Section and is responsible for the development and delivery of program obligations, including review of development assessment proposals, interventions on water licensing matters, participating in land and resource planning committees and processes, and other government initiatives.

 Application deadline is February 1, 2023. For more information, follow this link .

*Regional Fisheries Biologist. This position is with the Manitoba Dept. of Natural Resources and Northern Development and is based in Gimli, Manitoba. The Central Region has some of the provinces most heavily used and most important fisheries and are shared between subsistence, recreational, and commercial users. The Central Region’s Fisheries Biologist collects, analyses, and interprets fisheries data which supports sound and proven management practices. With an area of focus on Lake Winnipeg and Lake Manitoba, this position consists of large amounts of field work, collecting large amounts of biological data used to help manage these fisheries in a sustainable manner. 

 Application deadline is February 1, 2023. For more information, follow this link and search for Advertisement No. 40467.

*Director of Fish and Wildlife Branch. The New Brunswick Department of Natural Resources and Energy Development is seeking an individual to join the Fish and Wildlife Branch as Director, in Fredericton. As a member of the senior management team and reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister of Lands and Resources, the successful candidate will be responsible for the overall direction and management of the following program areas: big game population assessment, license quota determination, nuisance wildlife control, fish population assessment, fish stocking, Crown Reserve Waters Angling Program, fish habitat protection, licence draws and sales, client education, training and testing, and guide testing. 

 Application deadline is January 31, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Conservation Technician. The Northwest Territories Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources is hiring a Conservation Technician to be based in Yellowknife. The Conservation Technician works with direction from the Conservation Area Biologist and in cooperation with other staff in the Conservation Planning and Implementation Unit, department biologists, protected area management boards, and Indigenous government and organization partners to conduct programs to monitor the biodiversity, ecological integrity, and cultural continuity of territorial protected areas.

Application deadline is January 26, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Wildlife Resource Specialist. The BC Ministry of Forests is hiring Wildlife Resource Specialists for several locations. The primary focus of this position is to develop creative management solutions to strategic resource management issues affecting BC Timber Sales operations, with an emphasis on wildlife and forest ecosystems.

Application deadline is January 18, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Wildlife Biologists. There are two positions available with Alberta Environment and Protected Areas; in Grande Prairie and in Peace River. As a Wildlife Biologist, you will support the Senior Wildlife Biologist by managing field programs, developing comprehensive reports and providing interpretations and recommendations on significant wildlife issues. 

Application deadline is “until suitable candidate is found” (Still posted on March 18, 2023). For more information, follow this link.

*Environmental Consultant. Urban Systems is hiring two Environmental Consultants for their BC offices; one in Victoria and the other in Kamloops. The Environmental Consultant position will support the environmental components of projects through input on regulatory approvals, project design and implementation, identification of potential solutions, as well as other duties.

Application deadline is January 9, 2023 for both competitions. For more information, follow this link for the Victoria position and this link regarding the Kamloops position.

*Fisheries Biologist. The B.C. Ministry of Forests has a 1-year position  available for a Fisheries Biologist in Prince George. The position may be extended. The Fisheries Biologist will develop and implement strategies for the protection of wild and enhanced stocks to accommodate present and future recreational demands. This may involve stock assessment, fish culture, restoration and enhancement, habitat protection, land management, planning, research and inventory, and providing diversified and quality angling opportunities.

Application deadline is January 8, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Forest Ecosystems Biologist. This position is with the B.C. Ministry of Land, Water and Resource Stewardship. The Forest Ecosystems Biologist is an expert on forest biodiversity and ecosystem health. The work involves a range of functions that contribute to the stewardship of forest ecosystems, including reviewing operational, tactical and strategic forest planning activities; supporting statutory decision-making and legal habitat protection of forest ecosystems; and contributing to forest ecosystem and biodiversity management, conservation and restoration through a variety of regional initiatives.

The position will be based in Cranbrook or Nelson, B.C. or possibly other offices in the Kootenay Boundary Region.

 Application deadline is January 5, 2023. For more information, follow this link.

*Contract Biologists. Stantec is hiring Contract Biologists for its Environmental Services Team in Atlantic Canada. Temporary positions are available for avian biologists/terrestrial ecologists. See the job postings for Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, St John’s, Nfld & Labrador, and for New Brunswick locations: Moncton, Fredericton and Saint John. No application deadlines are given.