Caribou Biologist

Introduction

Economic Development, Investment, Trade & Natural Resources is seeking a qualified Caribou Biologist.

The Manitoba Government has a comprehensive benefit package which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long-term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family-related leave, and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers).
Conditions of Employment: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada Must possess and maintain a valid Class Full Stage 5 Drivers' Licence (or equivalent) without restrictions. Must be able to travel to and work in remote locations for extended periods within the province, travelling by various means such as chartered aircraft, boat, ATV, and snowmobile. Must be able to work outside regular office hours, as required. Must be physically capable of performing the duties of the position, which may require moderate physical effort conducting field work (e.g. Carry equipment such as chainsaws and forestry samples for long distances potentially over rough terrain and in adverse weather conditions). Qualifications: Essential: A Master’s degree in biological sciences, natural resource management, or related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. Experience with caribou/ungulate ecology, management, capture, and population surveys. Experience with land management and conservation planning. Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to take initiative and work independently, and as a member of a team. Effective verbal communiction skills. Experience in organizational and project management skills, including the ability to prioritize and meet competing deadlines, plan and track budgets, and prepare financial reports.  Effective interpersonal skills including experience in developing and maintaining effective cooperative working relationships with diverse groups including government and non-government agencies, Indigenous groups, stakeholders, and the public.  Strong written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to draft scientific reports, plain language documents, and materials for diverse audiences, including funding proposals, reports, recommendations, policy, and legislation.  Desired: Knowledge and understanding of species-at-risk issues in Manitoba. Experience in interpreting and applying provincial and federal natural resource management and species at risk legislation and policy. Experience supervising staff and training or mentoring scientific and technical personnel. Technical knowledge of geographic information systems, data analysis, and data management. Duties: The Caribou Biologist is an essential position within the Wildlife branch. The incumbent will be responsible for managing and delivering the provincial boreal woodland caribou program, developing range management unit plans, and delivering the Manitoba Boreal Woodland Caribou Recovery Strategy. Furthermore, they will provide guidance and support on boreal woodland caribou issues and assist in establishing partnerships with indigenous communities, conservation organizations, and industry (including mining companies and the forestry sector). This role plays a critical part in conserving wildlife populations in the boreal forest of Manitoba.

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