SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Invasive Species Technician/Education and Outreach Assistant will assist in the delivery of field operations and our education and outreach program. The field portion of this position will include invasive species inventory, manual and chemical control, and monitoring activities. The candidate will also participate in education and outreach activities such as developing educational resources, creating social media content, and attending outreach events. This position is an excellent opportunity to become skilled at invasive species identification and develop an understanding of the impacts of invasive species, best management practices, and restoration techniques. Progressive training will be provided and candidates will receive mentorship from senior staff.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct invasive species inventory, control, and monitoring activities
Collect data in the field
Follow safety procedures, policies and relevant legislation
Converse with landowners and the public
Develop educational resources and social media content
Organize and attend outreach events
Maintain equipment

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
The ideal candidate will have:
1+ years of post secondary education in the natural sciences (biology, ecology, resource and environmental management, forestry, etc.) or a related field
Knowledge of regional invasive species or experience identifying plants
Familiarity with mapping tools (GPS, ArcGIS, FieldMaps, etc.)
Experience conducting fieldwork in variable conditions, including inclement weather and remote locations
The ability and willingness to carry out strenuous fieldwork and repetitive tasks, including walking and driving long distances
A demonstrated commitment to safety
The ability to communicate technical ideas to a broad audience and assist in the development of educational materials, videos and social media content
Excellent organizational and communications skills, be highly motivated, conscientious and a team player
The ability and willingness to travel throughout Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands, and Sunshine Coast including up to 4 days at a time away from home
Flexibility to work some weekends, holidays, and evenings
The ability to work from a home office (phone, internet, and computer required)
Valid OFA Level 1 (or equivalent) and either an Industrial Vegetation and Noxious Weed Pesticide Applicator Certification or Assistant Applicator Core Training; or ability to obtain certification within 3 weeks of contract start date
Willingness to work with herbicides and potentially dangerous plants (e.g. giant hogweed)
A BC Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle

ELIGIBILITY
Funding for this position may be provided by the Canada Summer Jobs program. Therefore to qualify for this position, individuals must meet the following program criteria:
be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period;
be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment;
and, have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
Applications will be accepted until April 6th at 5:00pm PST. To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to:

Jessica Bayley, Executive Director
Coastal Invasive Species Committee
jessica.bayley@coastalisc.com