Employment
Foothills Stream Crossing Program - Summer Watershed Technician
Overview
The primary responsibility will be to conduct stream crossing inspections on the Foothills Research Institute land base, and may also assist with other aspects of research relating to stream crossings such as fish presence or absence studies and habitat assessments. Land-use infrastructure including roads, bridges and culverts will be a major focus. The technician will participate in data collection relating to fish biology, stream channel morphology, hydrology, forestry and engineering for use in watershed remediation planning. Also, spatial (GIS) analyses with reporting may be completed, if time permits during the contract period. For more information on the Foothills Stream Crossing Program please see our website at http://foothillsresearchinstitute.ca/pages/ProgramsFoothills_Stream_Crossing/default.aspx
Job Description
1. Work with the Foothills Stream Crossing team while conducting projects identified within the work plan of the Foothills Stream Crossing Program;
2. Inspect stream crossings within the West Fraser Forest Management Area;
3. Conduct electrofishing sampling and aquatic habitat assessments;
4. Identify equipment required for the delivery of the program and assist with maintenance, upkeep, and inventory of field equipment;
5. Participate in data entry, evaluation and reporting if time permits during the contract period;
6. Practice safe work procedures as consistent with the Foothills Research Institute safety program.
Job Qualifications:
1. A minimum of one year in natural resources, forestry, fisheries or other environmental diploma or degree program is required.
2. At least one season of related field experience.
3. Highly motivated and able to work in a team environment.
4. A solid foundation in data management and natural sciences is required.
Employment Term:
May 1 to August 31, 2010
Salary:
Will be based upon the level of education and previous experience of applicant.
We thank all applicants in advance; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
| Date Posted: | | February 24, 2010 |
| Closing Date: | | April 01, 2010 |
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| Contact: | | Ngaio Baril
Project Coordinator – Foothills Stream Crossing Program
Foothills Research Institute |
| Phone: | | 780.865 8342 |
| Fax: | | 780.865 8331 |
| Email: | | ngaio.baril@gov.ab.ca |
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| Address: | | Foothills Research Institute
Attn: Ngaio Baril
PO Box 6330
Hinton Alberta Canada
T7V 1X6 |
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