Conservation Program Specialist

Description:

DUC is seeking a Habitat Restoration Project Coordinator to develop and implement habitat restoration actions at the provincial level (Quebec).

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
 

• Identifying and researching potential wetland and aquatic habitat restoration sites in collaboration with partners.
• Conducting site assessments as well as wildlife and vegetation inventories and compiling and entering data into reports.
• Collaborating on the development of site design concepts for potential projects in partnership with local stakeholders.
• Preparing wildlife habitat restoration proposals, as well as progress, technical, and inspection reports.
• Participating in funding research and grant applications for the restoration program and completing financial reports.
• Contributing to the management of service contracts with various engineering consulting firms and contractors.
• Collaborating in the implementation of habitat restoration projects.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in natural habitat restoration and green infrastructure development.
• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to environmental studies, water science, water resources engineering, or agronomy; a master’s degree is considered an asset.
• Good knowledge of environmental regulations.
• Ability to work with ArcGIS software and proficiency in English would be considered assets.