Wildlife Conservation Work Experience Student - Edmonton, Canada - City of Edmonton

City of Edmonton

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Edmonton, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Number:48895**- 1 temporary full-time position for 8 months, intended specifically for students currently enrolled in an environmental, ecological, conservation or related co-op or equivalent post-secondary work experience degree program, commencing in May 2024_

Are you passionate about wildlife and habitat conservation and interested in supporting the City of Edmonton's Conservation team at the Edmonton Valley Zoo?

The Edmonton Valley Zoo works to inspire the protection and conservation of wildlife.

We would like to hire a passionate conservation focused individual to support on site conservation outreach/education, green practices and in-situ ecological monitoring.

As a member of the Conservation team the co-op student will support Valley Zoo conservation priorities including wildlife monitoring, conservation action plan development, GIS and spatial analysis and wildlife conservation based research and analysis to support a variety of initiatives.

You will succeed in this role if you are a creative thinker and problem solver, and can achieve results in a respectful, inclusive and service-minded way.

Responsibilities include:

Conduct research and assist in the preparation of conservation focused brochures, reports, newsletters, interpretive signage, social media posts, short videos and other associated material.
Promote public awareness and education on wildlife conservation, the environment, and sustainable use of natural resources
Support the Edmonton Valley Zoo and John Janzen Nature Centre's Education teams to incorporate conservation messaging into dedicated conservation focused Special Events and Awareness Days
Help plan and develop messaging and partnerships for conservation focused outreach events like Fall Migratory Bird Day, Caribou Day, National Forest Week, etc.
Organize and provide support for workshops, meetings, and other events to aid in the the creation of a Conservation Framework that will guide future conservation activities
Assist in behavioral monitoring work under the supervision of a visiting researcher
Assist with the Edmonton Valley Zoo's insitu Monitoring Program, including:
Conducting bird strike assessments
Using and maintaining a variety of wildlife monitoring equipment (e.g. wildlife monitoring cameras, acoustic monitoring equipment)
Assist in the processing of wildlife monitoring images and audio files
Researching and developing proposals to enhance habitat for native flora, fauna, and fungi on site
Download, organize, and process collected data in a monitoring database in coordination with project partners and other team members
Make presentations to colleagues, the public, and other stakeholders
Assist with the gathering and statistical analysis of data and information for Conservation team initiatives
Support, mentor, and work with Edmonton Valley Zoo volunteers where appropriate
Perform other supportive duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Current enrollment at a postsecondary institution, in a conservation biology, ecology, zoology, or equivalent work experience degree program
Excellent research, writing and data management skills

Assets

Related postgraduate degree in a relevant field of of study

Skills Required for Success

Excellent oral and written communication skills, and ability to maintain strong working relationships
Excellent time management and organization skills with proven attention to detail
Willingness to work independently and with a team
A commitment to service excellence
Commitment to a culture of inclusion and understanding
Ability to walk for several hours in natural terrain within Edmonton
Flexibility to work in a variety of weather and environmental conditions
Alignment to our Cultural Commitments
Alignment to our Leadership Competencies

Conditions of Employment:

This position will be a combination of working from home and onsite working conditions, with such additional field work

Additional Details:

Hours of Work: 33.75 hours per week, Monday - Friday, some weekends may be required

Salary:
$ $26.599 Hourly

Talent Diversity Consultant:
JY/JR

The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time.

Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance.

The City of Edmonton is committed to inclusive, respectful and equitable workplaces that represent the communities we serve.

We continuously improve our systems, policies and practices to remove barriers and ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed.

We value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourage you to apply.

To learn more, see the Art of Inclusion:
Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework and Indigenous Framework.

Classification Title:
Student Work Exp 4 YR Pos