Lake Ontario Aquatic Ecologist Intern - Picton, Canada - Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry

Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry

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Picton, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

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What can I expect to do in this role?: As the Lake Ontario Aquatic Ecologist Intern you will:

work as part of a team by assisting in implementing the MNRF Lake Ontario fishery management and assessment program

- participate in a broad range of Lake Ontario aquatic ecology projects which could include establishing bi
- national Fish Community Objectives, Native Species Restoration, participating in Areas of Concern/Remedial Action Plans, supporting Ontario's Biodiversity Strategy and the Lake Ontario Biodiversity Conservation Strategy
- encourage the involvement of the broader community in achieving the goals of conserving Ontario's biodiversity and using biological assets sustainably in partnership with New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and other partners
- conduct statistical analysis and write summary reports on data collected in fisheries assessment programs
- assists with field and laboratory work including the processing of fish and fish tissues

How do I qualify?:

Eligibility:

Proof of eligibility to work in Canada;
Has graduated or will graduate from an approved or legally authorized college or university with a diploma or an equivalent degree or postgraduate certificate within the last four years;
Are not a permanent employee in the Ontario Public Service.
You must have a valid class G driver's licence or equivalent as recognized in the province of Ontario.
You must have the ability to obtain Small Vessel Operators Proficiency certificate (SVOP), Marine Emergency Duties certificate (MED SDV-BS, MED DVS) and Marine First Aid Certificate.

This position will require you to use small and large water vessels as well as survey equipment, and to work in all types of adverse weather conditions.

Knowledge, skills and experience:

Understanding of aquatic ecology, environmental monitoring and resource management issues in Ontario, in particular issues related to the Lake Ontario basin;
Knowledge of environmental sampling methods, in particular methods related to the fisheries assessment in the Lake Ontario basin;
Understanding of, and/or interest in, legislation, policy, practices affecting biodiversity conservation including species at risk, invasive species, wetlands policy, natural heritage information and stewardship;
Oral and written communication skills to prepare and present policy and program materials and reports to a diverse audience;
Analytical and information management skills to manage, synthesize and report new information and offer recommendations using statistical software and geographic information systems;
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment and with a wide variety of partners/collaborators as demonstrated by good interpersonal skills.

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