Conservation Biologist - Regina, Canada - Government of Saskatchewan

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The Ministry of Environment takes a team-based approach to protecting Saskatchewan's environment for the wellbeing of the province, its people and its future. We use science-based solutions and environmental laws to help safeguard communities, and to protect our air, land, water and habitat. We are committed to high citizen and client satisfaction through workplace excellence, continuous improvement and innovation.

The Fish and Wildlife Branch is seeking a collaborative, energetic, results-oriented and forward-thinking individual to fill a key position as a Conservation Biologist in the Habitat Unit. This position will work closely with the Terrestrial Ecologist and the GIS team member to assist with implementation of conservation actions in the South of the Divide area of the province. The Ministry is seeking one field position at a level 11.

This position will be required to collaborate with a variety of internal partners in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of conservation programs and policies that are integrated into a provincial framework. Knowledge of current conservation issues and players in Saskatchewan is critical to the success of this position and the successful candidate must be comfortable communicating and engaging with people from all backgrounds with an interest in wildlife. The successful candidate will have a strong knowledge of biological and ecological requirements of a variety of species of conservation concern, including Species at Risk, as well as provincial and federal regulations.

The primary responsibility of this position will be to implement priority actions for the next two years. These priority actions are divided into two main strategies: understanding burrowing mammal populations and their interactions with the ranching community, and streamlining and standardizing the Species at Risk screening process for industrial development in the province, working closely with the Environmental Management Specialists in the southern part of the province. Both of these strategies require good communication and collaboration skills.

The ability to conduct public engagement, travel for and participate in field-related activities, and attend meetings is required. This position will be based in Regina and will report to the Terrestrial Ecologist.

Typically, the knowledge for this position would be attained through a MSc degree in Biology, Ecology or related science with 3 to 5 years of conservation experience, or a BSc degree with over 8 years of experience. Basic experience with the use of GIS is also required.

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