Organization: Ontario Streams http://www.ontariostreams.on.ca
Location: Aurora, GTA/York Region, Ontario
Ontario Streams is looking for an energetic, enthusiastic and reliable
individual to coordinate and lead stream rehabilitation and
partnership projects within the Toronto area. This is a one year
contract position with the possibility of extension which reports to
the General Manager and is based in Aurora, Ontario.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Serve as lead in the planning, design, marketing, fundraising,
coordination andimplement
ation of stream rehabilitation and monitoring
projects throughout the Greater Toronto Area in association with
project partners, landownersand local community groups
• Act as a partnership liaison for aquatic invasive species projects
and initiatives
• Prepare work plans and budgets, maintain individual financial
records for projects
• Prepare quarterlyprogress reports and provide project presentations
• Supervise summer staff, interns, and volunteers; regularly liaise
with government and non-government partners
• Serve as a spokesperson for the organization
Qualifications
Ontario Streams is seeking a motivated, dynamic individual with a
bachelor’s degree in biology, ecosystem management or a related field
to fill the position of Project Biologist. Candidates should be able
to demonstrate experience in project management and/or experience in
bioengineering, stream restoration, and fisheries, benthic, and stream
monitoring. Candidates should also have knowledge of invasive species,
with an emphasis on aquatic invasive species, their identification,
pathways of invasion, and control measures. Preference will be given
to candidates with requisite experience and advanced degrees. Computer
proficiency and analytical skills are essential. Position requires
excellent oral and written communication skills. Potential candidates
will be required to demonstrate their ability to work under minimal
supervision.Valid Ontario driver’s license with a clean driving record
is required.
Please submit resume and cover letter by September 12, 2014 to:
Doug Forder, General Manager
Ontario Streams
50 Bloomington Rd. W
Aurora, ON L4G 0L8
doug.forder@ontariostreams.on.ca