Environmental Stewardship Technician

**STZ’UMINUS FIRST NATION
**Job Posting - Environmental Stewardship Technician**

Stz’uminus First Nation is seeking **3** full-time term Summer Environmental Stewardship

Technicians.

These positions will run from **May 2023 to August 2023**, with the opportunity to become part
- time positions for **September 2023 to March 2024**.

The technicians will work to increase Stz’uminus’ understanding of cumulative effects within

their traditional territory. Technicians will be a part of studies to understand the current

environmental conditions and then work to improve them.

**Hours of Work & Salary Range**:
These are term positions. The Environmental Stewardship Technicians will work 37.5 hours per

week, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Salary Range: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour.

**Essential Duties**:
The listed duties are illustrative and are not intended to describe every function this position may

perform.

Support the Salish Sea Initiative Coordinator in fulfilling funding agreement goals and
objectives for stewardship work.

Collect samples (water, clams) and data for research studies.
Record observations from samples and sites accurately and neatly.
Create reports based on sampling and observation records.
Identify and locate environmental features on work sites.
Report on monitoring activities.
Assist with operating and maintaining equipment, including laboratory, field, and monitoring

equipment.

Communicate effectively with project team members.
Undertake restoration activities such as invasive species removal, native plantings, litter

clean-up, and shoreline monitoring as required.

Undertake the training provided for safely conducting fieldwork and learn environmental
technician skills.

Gain skills needed to build a career in the environmental sector.

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**STZ’UMINUS FIRST NATION**

**Job Specification Requirements:
Ability to work with other staff, consultants, contractors, and other service providers
respectfully and professionally.

Practical communication skills, both verbal and in writing.
Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Word and Excel.
Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and handle

shifting priorities to produce results within deadlines.

Excellent problem-solving skills.
An enthusiastic attitude and willingness to learn.
The ability to work with little supervision.
Valid BC Driver’s License.
Criminal Record Check.
Grade 12.

**Job Specification Preferences:
Strong understanding of Indigenous history and politics in British Columbia; cultural
competency and knowledge of Stz’uminus cultural traditions and interests.

Experience collecting water samples and using laboratory equipment (e.g., microscope).
Experience working on and around water. Boat operation certificates and experience are

preferred.

Experience maintaining and operating scientific equipment.
Experience with drones and remotely operated vehicles.
Level 1 First Aid considered an asset.
Familiarity with marine ecosystems.
Experience with shellfish (harvesting, sampling, identification).
Experience using GIS.

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