Intermediate Vegetation Ecologist
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Knowledge of provincial and federal environmental legislation and regulations that relate to vegetation and wetlands
- Knowledge of British Columbia’s biogeoclimatic ecosystem classification system
- Strong understanding of the terrestrial ecology and plant taxonomy of one or more regions of the province
- Strong plant ID skills, including the use of dichotomous keys
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing
- Disciplined approach to project execution and technical excellence
- Experience with ecosystem mapping (e.g., TEM, SEI) and ArcGIS is an asset
- Experience in pre-and post-mining land capability predictions and reclamation planning is an asset
- Ability to work in a dynamic environment under deadlines
- Ability to endure long days of physically and mentally challenging fieldwork while maintaining a positive, solutions-focused attitude
- Good driving record and valid Class 5 driver’s license required
Education and Experience
Bachelor or graduate degree in biology, ecology, botany, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
Professional designation (R.P.Bio) is required (or immediate eligibility).
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time, as well as work in the field. Fieldwork may include remote work, long drives, and exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
Please include detailed information on field-based skills and valid health and safety training (First Aid, Ground Disturbance II, auxiliary vehicles, etc.).
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.