General Description: Fish Biologists are responsible for organizing and implementing freshwater fish assessment and monitoring programs, including study design, statistical analysis and reporting; ensuring environmental compliance of project activities with all relevant provincial and federal environmental regulations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Participate in field programs to conduct, and direct research activities on fish health, physiology, and genetics.
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Recommend and implement programs for population monitoring, habitat improvement, resource planning, and risk mitigation.
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Perform statistical analyses and fieldwork for fishery projects.
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Conduct assessments and reports on the impact of environmental changes, human activities, and harvesting practices on fish populations and habitats.
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Provide consultation on fish protection to developers and engineers.
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Prepare reports on researched results and present recommendations.
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Other duties as assigned.
Competencies:
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Experience in DFO Section 35 (2) Authorization requirements and preparing habitat compensation plans.
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Have demonstrated project management skills.
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Research and analytical skills (data collection, compilation and analysis).
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Problem solving skills (analyze a case or situation and recommending solution(s)).
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Have excellent communication (verbal and written – technical or scientific writing).
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Interpersonal skills – developing partnerships/networks with other stakeholders.
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Intermediate computer skills (MS Office).
Education and/or Experience:
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Must have a B.Sc. or higher degree in biological sciences and appropriate qualifications for work in either Alberta or BC.
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Minimum 3 years experience or combination of experience/education.
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Have experience operating in a dynamic consulting environment that requires flexibility and teamwork; and an ability/interest to work in the field, occasionally in remote locations.
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Be familiar with the Alberta, British Columbia and Federal regulatory environments for construction projects.
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Have appropriate Health and Safety certification and a current Drivers License.
Reply in confidence with salary expectations to hr@hatfieldgroup.com (no phone calls please). Only short-listed candidates will be notified.
