Location: Hazelton, BC, or Smithers, BC (with hybrid options when not in field programs)
Employment Type: 4-Month Term (with possibility of full-time employment)
Gitxsan Environmental Services is seeking a passionate Junior Biologist to support our growing efforts in resource protection, environmental management, and community-driven conservation projects. This 4-month term position, with the potential for full-time employment, offers a unique opportunity to work in the stunning Gitxsan region. You’ll collaborate with strategic partners or subcontractors, blending fieldwork in a camp setting (typically two weeks on, one week off during the busy field season) with office-based responsibilities in Hazelton or Smithers, and hybrid work options when not in the field. Contribute to meaningful environmental outcomes while learning from experienced team members in a culturally rich and dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Fieldwork: Assist in data collection for environmental monitoring projects in a camp setting, using tools like GPS, compasses, and maps to navigate the Gitxsan terrain; support fish, wetland, wildlife, and water quality assessments alongside strategic partners or subcontractors.
- Office Work: Help prepare technical reports and summaries for project delivery, incorporating field data and traditional knowledge where applicable, from Hazelton or Smithers offices or hybrid settings.
- Data Management: Input, organize, and maintain project data using computer systems, following QA/QC (quality assurance/quality control) processes under supervision.
- Proposal Writing: Support the development of project proposals by researching background information and drafting sections for review by senior staff.
- Meetings and Stakeholder Engagement: Attend and participate in meetings with clients, stakeholders, and community members (in-person or virtually); assist in presenting project updates or findings as directed.
- Environmental Monitoring: Contribute to water quality monitoring, post-construction assessments, and environmental protection planning during field rotations.
- Safety and Procedures: Follow standard work procedures for fieldwork and safety in camp settings, assisting in their implementation under guidance.
- Learning and Growth: Gain hands-on experience with environmental sampling techniques (e.g., waste water, soil) and assessment scoping while building knowledge of the Gitxsan Laxyip.
Qualification Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, or a related natural science field.
- 0-2 years of relevant experience (internships, volunteer work, or transferable skills are considered valuable).
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
- Comfortable working in a camp setting (two weeks on, one week off during busy field season) and in adverse weather conditions, with a good fitness level, vision, and hearing.
- Basic familiarity with the Gitxsan geographic region and terrain (or willingness to learn).
- Awareness of or interest in Gitxsan culture, traditions, and history (strong understanding is a plus).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for reports and team collaboration.
- Proficiency with computers for data entry and record-keeping (e.g., Microsoft Office; experience with GIS or mapping software is a bonus).
- Ability to follow instructions, work collaboratively with strategic partners or subcontractors, and adapt to field, office, and hybrid tasks.
- Preference for candidates with introductory environmental sampling or mapping training.
Work Schedule and Location Details:
- Initial 4-month term starting April 15, with the possibility of transitioning to full-time employment based on performance and project needs.
- Fieldwork conducted in a camp setting, typically on a two-week-on, one-week-off rotation during the busy field season (e.g., spring/summer).
- Office-based and hybrid work options available in Hazelton, BC, or Smithers, BC, when not in the field.
Why Join Us?
At Gitxsan Environmental Services, you’ll work in a dynamic team dedicated to protecting the land and resources of the Gitxsan region. This role offers a chance to grow your skills, contribute to impactful projects, and deepen your connection to a unique cultural and natural landscape, with the potential for long-term career opportunities.
