• Responsibilities: The successful candidates will be responsible for completing a variety of field surveys in remote areas of northern Manitoba which could include mammal tracking, amphibian surveys, breeding bird surveys (with recorder), reptile surveys, and nest searches; managing a small field crew; data entry; data analysis and reporting.
• Terms: Includes several seven-month positions from the beginning of April 2025 to October 2025 and several four-month positions from May 2025 to the end of August 2025.
• Minimum Qualifications:

Education:  Graduates or students enrolled in Environmental/Biology-based programs, Technical College diploma (major in Natural Resource based program) or university degree (Bachelor of Science or Environmental Science). A Master's degree in an environmental field would be considered an asset.

Certifications: The successful candidates will be in possession of a Class 5 Driver's licence and have valid First Aid/CPR training. Candidates must be willing to have criminal background check conducted for perspective clients.

• Experience: Collection of environmental data, courses in mammalogy, ornithology, environmental sciences, and experience using Microsoft excel and word. Training in navigational aids and songbird identification through song/calls and/or observations would be an asset.
• Selection Criteria (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities): (1) Physically capable of hiking long distances (daily) over difficult terrain; (2) Skill in effective verbal and written communication; (3) Skill in data entry and recording information electronically; (4) Ability to deal effectively with co-workers; (5) Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions; (6) Ability to make decisions and work under limited supervision; (7) Ability to function in a team environment and be an effective team member;.
• Additional Requirements: (1) Resume and professional references are accepted; (2) Students must submit a copy of a college transcript(s) from an accredited college or university with application (can be unofficial transcripts), graduates must submit proof of graduation from an accredited college or university; (3) Applicants must be legally allowed to work in Canada; (4) Clearly indicate which position or positions you are applying for.
• Forward resume and cover letter to: tkroeker@wrcs.ca.