Job Description
Location Edmonton, AB or Calgary, AB - hybrid work option, in office/home Employment Type: Full-time, combination of office and field work (40:60)Experience: 3 or more yearsLocation: Edmonton, AB or Calgary, AB - hybrid work option, in office/homeClosing Date: Until suitable candidate is foundStarting Date: ImmediateSolstice provides customized environmental management services to a variety of First Nations partners, commercial, oil & gas and municipal development clients. Our goal is to leave behind a positive legacy that goes beyond the immediate projects we complete to empower our clients with sustainable solutions.The Solstice team includes experts in soils, forestry, wildlife, hydrology, wetland and vegetation ecology, Geographic Information System (GIS) analysis, remote-sensing, Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), risk management and monitoring, remediation, reclamation, hydrogeology and environmental regulatory and policy experts. You will be joining a company of innovators and change-makers to help deliver services and products, prioritizing efficiency, quality, and safety.We offer flexible work options, a great team culture, health and wellness benefit options and an opportunity to be an important part of supporting the continued growth and success of our project partners.Position OverviewOur Ecological Services team is seeking a Junior/Intermediate Ecologist to support environmental assessment and monitoring projects. This role includes both office and field activities. Duties will include data entry, literature reviews and other research tasks, as well as field preparation, and a variety of field surveys on biophysical features such as soil, vegetation, wetlands, breeding birds, den and nest sweeps.The focus of the Ecological Services team is to:Develop, complete and support ecological projects/programs, across various industries in western CanadaProvide services including environmental assessments and regulatory approvals, environmental compliance monitoring programs, biodiversity studies, pre-disturbance assessmentsSupport the Solstice Strategic Solutions team and Assessment, Risk & Reclamation teamProvide spill response services to key clients and partnersExperienceMinimum 3 years’ experience in the environmental consulting industry, with direct experience supporting various environmental field programs and associated reporting related environmental and biophysical assessments, wetland assessments, and monitoring programs for linear developments, transportation and development projects, and other industries. Strong skills focused on vegetation is an asset.EducationB.Sc. or M.Sc. in Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, or other program with an environmental focus.Must be registered as a Professional Biologist or Biologist in Training, individuals working towards becoming an Authenticating Professional under the provincial Wetland Policy is an asset.Position RequirementsThe suitable candidate for this position will require a diverse skill set in both the field and office components of environmental consulting. This includes a strong understanding of the consulting industry.More specific position requirements include:Technical Responsibilities and ActivitiesConduct literature reviews, desktop reviews, data searches and requests, researchPerform field setup duties including: reviewing scope of work, logistics support, equipment preparation (including all technological devices, applications, and data collection), ground disturbance requirements, project and safety meetings.Undertake a variety of field programs and demonstrate excellent field skills in general ecological data collection, including vegetation and wildlife inventory skills. Understanding of soils and water quality data collection is an asset.Complete data entry with keen attention to detail and assist with data evaluations and interpreting analytical resultsContribute to reporting associated with applicable project scopesSupport regulatory submission to government reporting programs (e.g. OneStop)Continually improve working knowledge of all relevant regulations and guidelines associated with your projects including (but not limited to): the Water Act, Wetland Policy, Public Lands Act, Wildlife Act, Historic Resources Act, Fisheries Act, Species at Risk Act, and the Migratory Bird Convention ActAdditional RequirementsSelf-starter who has strong ability to set goals and achieve those goals; work independently and possesses a willingness to learn.Possess creative problem-solving skills with a strong ability to assess and resolve problems or challenges as they arise and implement timely solutions.Field work and extended travel are important components of the workProficiency in ArcGIS and statistical analysis is an asset.Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite of servicesSalary is negotiable and will be commensurate with experience. Please submit resume and cover letter. Only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.Alberta Society of Professional Biologists370, 105 12 Ave SECalgary AB T2G 1A1