Wildlife Biologist (Intermediate)

Job Description We currently have an opening for an Intermediate Wildlife Biologist in our Saskatoon office. We are looking for a dynamic individual with an entrepreneurial spirit, who is ready to take that next step in their career. If you enjoy working with multi-disciplinary technical teams, having input into the growth and direction of a team, and have demonstrated capabilities in leading environmental assessments and assessing terrestrial ecosystems, then we want to hear from you! Responsibilities include the following:

• Developing and implementing field inventory programs (e.g., vegetation, wildlife, habitat characterization) and evaluating impacts on terrestrial ecosystem values.
• Managing projects, leading project teams and responding to client requests.
• Leading and completing environmental assessments, including impact assessments, environmental evaluations, environmental risk assessments and navigating regulatory approval processes.
• Preparing technical reports, proposals and design briefs.
• Preparing and delivering presentations on project outcomes internally and / or to clients and regulators.
• Collaborating with a dynamic team of environmental scientists and engineers.

Job Requirements What you will bring to the table:

• Undergraduate degree (B.Sc.) in a relevant pure or applied science.
• 5+ years of consulting experience specific to managing multi-disciplinary projects.
• Professional registration or eligibility for registration (e.g. P.Ag., P.Biol.).
• Working knowledge of the provincial regulatory system related to wildlife and species inventories.
• Strong wildlife identification skills, with a focus on bird identification (visual and auditory).
• Experience with invertebrate, amphibian, mammal, and species at risk surveys considered an asset.
• GIS capabilities are considered an asset.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines within a team environment.
• Ability to manage diverse projects and budgets.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment and provide supervisory support to other team members.
• Ability to travel for short periods of time.
• Valid driver's licence.

What we offer:

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including extended health, dental coverage, Employee and Family Assistance Program, childcare benefit, and matching company pension program and a parental leave top-up program.
• Culture that promotes sustainability, accessibility, respect, diversity, and inclusion
• Ongoing support for your professional development and growth, including mentoring programs, training opportunities, professional designation support, and a Young Professionals Group.
• Work environment that focuses on your health, safety, and overall wellness including fitness allowance, and local wellness activities.
• Opportunities to participate in social club activities and events (including our biennial company-wide Olympics), lunch-and-learns, and community support initiatives.