Primary Responsibilities:
Aid in delivery of our spring planting program; planting native species along shorelines of residential, public, and agricultural lands.
Promote our program and engage new landowners in shoreline naturalization projects.
Represent the project, the proponent and partners at online environmental events.
Assist with landowner site visits including data collection and entry.
Assist with creating personalized planting plans for landowners taking part in the program.
Solicit information from residents, attendees of events, etc. that may contribute to data collection activities (surveys and evaluations).
Help organize and deliver workshops and presentations on both our program and habitat creation topics.
Care for native plants including watering, potting, and maintenance.
Undertake administrative duties necessary for the execution of field work, including documentation of activities and reporting.
Assist in the distribution of information packages and surveys to residents of our target lakes.
Conduct fieldwork, analyze data and interpret results.
Develop copy for outreach materials and content creation for media releases, social media, blogs, and videos.
Additional Responsibilities:
Support other project components and staff as assigned by the management
Act as a spokesperson for the organization
Travel using own vehicle (G license)
Evening and weekend work is required
Qualification Requirements
Education:
Some College or University, with preference given to those with a specialization in Natural Resources Management, Environmental Studies/Science or Biology.
Experience:
None required, however preference will be given to those with some experience in the conservation and/or non-profit sector(s).
Skills:
Ability to identify both native and invasive flora and fauna
Excellent judgment and decision making skills
Comfortable with public speaking and engagement of the public
Excellent English written and oral communication
Proven multi-tasking skills in a fast-paced environment, completing projects within time constraints
Computer skills with proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, Zoom, Google Suite, and Adobe
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Proven high level of motivation and initiativeFieldwork is a strong asset
Comfortable working on and around water
High attention to detail for recording field data and generating reports, planting plans
Ability to complete projects on time, within tight deadlines, and with limited supervision
Other:
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
Able to work outside in all weather conditions
Some physical work, therefore ability to carry up to 50lbs is an asset
First-aid/CPR
Canada Summer Jobs Funding Requirements:
Must be between 15 and 30 years old at the start of employment
Legally entitled to work in Canada
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
Possess a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment
Watersheds Canada is committed to improving levels of diversity among our team. Applicants belonging to racialized groups, who identify as Indigenous, or who have differing abilities are invited to self-identify in their cover letter.
How to Apply:
Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter by March 31, 2023 to: naturaledge@watersheds.ca