Employment Opportunities

Position: Water Quality Project Leader

Start date: May 15, 2023

End date: December 31, 2023 (with possibility of extension)

Remuneration: $22.00 per hour plus 4% vacation pay and statutory benefits at 35 hours per week.    

Job Description/Responsibilities:

This position will involve the delivery of CARP’s Natural Infrastructure for Stormwater Management project. Additionally, this position will assist in implementing two water quality monitoring projects including (1) Protecting Coastal Wetlands in Nova Scotia through stewardship and collaboration, and (2) River Guardians.

The main objectives of the Natural Infrastructure (NI) project include implementation of NI projects at multiple sites within southwest Nova Scotia, capacity building among key stakeholders to promote broader application of NI as a tool, the integration of NI demonstration sites into educational programming, and the creation of hands-on engagement opportunities for members of the public.

The project involves engaging and liaising with a broad range of stakeholders, including representatives from municipal and provincial governments, private business, conservation practitioners, private landowners, among others. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and an ability to adapt content to various target audiences. The project leader will be responsible for project planning, delivery, tracking and reporting.

Normal work hours will be 8:30 am – 4:30 pm; early morning or late evening work may be required on occasion. The position will include a mix of office work based out of CARP’s office in Annapolis Royal as well as field-based activities. The position will require access to a personal vehicle, with compensation provided according to the prevailing provincial mileage rate.

Specific tasks may include:

Implementation of NI at two pre-selected sites (e.g. identifying contractors, sourcing materials, obtaining permits, constructing rain gardens);
Engaging all relevant stakeholders in NI planning and implementation processes;
The development of monitoring and evaluation tools (assessment forms, surveys, etc.);
Field assessments and data collection to support project monitoring and evaluation;
Planning, delivery, and evaluation of public engagement activities (workshops, seminars, etc.);

Coordination with the Education and Outreach Program Leader to identify themes for programs/activities, and develop metrics for program tracking and evaluation;
Conduct wetland assessments and collect data bi-weekly at two pre-selected coastal wetlands;
Conduct bi-weekly water quality monitoring at 8 sites along the Annapolis River;
Other activities as needed to accomplish project objectives/outcomes;
Other activities to support the CARP team as assigned.

Reporting Relationships:

The Water Quality Project Leader will report to the Aquatic Program Manager on matters specific to the delivery of programs/projects and report to the Administration Manager on all HR, contractual reporting deadlines and financial matters (e.g., travel claims, sick days, and vacation). The Water Quality Project Leader works closely and in cooperation with other staff members and in accordance with all CARP policies approved by the Board of Directors.  The Water Quality Project Leader will have the responsibility of overseeing technical staff working on projects for which they are responsible and will work under the direct management of the Aquatic Program Manager.

Responsibilities of the Employer:

The employer will provide a safe and respectful work environment free from discrimination and harassment, meet the financial obligations to the employee in a timely manner and, within the financial capacity of the organization, provide the employee with equipment, materials and supplies to carry out his/her/their duties. In consultation with the employee, the employer will carry out a performance evaluation within three months of the start of the contract and annually thereafter at minimum.

Responsibilities of Employee:

The employee will carry out their duties described above in a timely fashion, conduct themself and ensure that those reporting to them conduct themselves in a professional manner and follow all policies of the employer and ensure that those reporting to them follow all policies of the employer.

To Apply:

E-mail resume and cover letter as a single document to Administration Manager, Susan Lane, at susanlane@annapolisriver.ca. Please use subject line “Water Quality Lead Application”. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to identify if they are pre-qualified for any employment subsidy programs (e.g., through Eco Canada, Clean Foundation, etc.).  

Position: Ecological Field Technician, Species-at-risk

Anticipated start date: Monday June 5, 2023, start date flexible based on candidate availability (8-week position)

End date: July 28, 2023

Remuneration: 16.00/hour plus 4% vacation pay and statutory benefits for 35 hours per week.

The deadline for applications is May 12, 2023

A resume and cover letter, in one document, should be emailed to susanlane@annapolisriver.ca

Job Description/Responsibilities:

This position will primarily involve support for monitor species-at-risk and their habitats within the Kespukwitk (southwest Nova Scotia) region. The Ecological Field Technician will be responsible for assisting with both field and office related work on a variety of CARP’s projects and will need to be able to complete physically demanding outdoor work in varying and unpredictable weather (e.g., rain, heat, cold) and terrains (forests, wetlands, watercourses). Normal work hours are Monday- Friday from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm based out of CARP’s office in Annapolis Royal. However, this position will require flexibility to accommodate field activities with specific timing requirements, including early mornings and evenings.

Specific tasks include, but are not limited to:

assisting with wildlife habitat research/monitoring (e.g., breeding bird habitat surveys, turtle surveys, data entry, stewardship, radio tracking, nest protection);
assisting with the development and delivery of outreach, stewardship and educational activities (e.g., host events, presentations in local schools and groups);
assisting with riparian, wetland, and terrestrial habitat enhancement and/or restoration activities including fencing, native tree and shrub planting, willow stake collection, willow staking and construction of habitat structures;

scientific data entry on field cards, data sheets, and on a computer using Microsoft Excel;
conducting ArcGIS desktop analyses;
this position may also support other projects at CARP, including our work on aquatic habitat connectivity and biodiversity enhancement on agroecosystems.

Eligibility requirements:

This position is open to youth candidates. To be eligible, youth must:

be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period;

The youth must be 15 years of age at the beginning of the employment period. The youth may be more than 30 years of age at the end of the employment period as long as the youth was 30 at the beginning of the employment period.

be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment; and
have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

Reporting Relationships:

The Ecological Field Technician will work collaboratively under the leadership of the Species-at-Risk Project Leader or other Project Leaders as needed. The Ecological Field Technician will report to the Administration Manager on all HR, contractual reporting, and financial matters (e.g. travel claims, sick days, alternate work hours and vacation). The Ecological Field Technician works closely and in cooperation with other staff members and in accordance with all CARP policies approved by the Board of Directors.

Responsibilities of the Employer:

The employer will provide a safe and respectful work environment free from discrimination and harassment, meet the financial obligations to promptly, and, within the financial capacity of the organization, provide the employee with equipment, materials, and supplies to carry out their duties. In consultation with the employee, the employer will carry out a performance evaluation within three months of hiring, and annually thereafter.

Responsibilities of Employee:

The employee will carry out his/her duties described above in a timely fashion, conduct himself/herself and ensure that those reporting to her/him conduct themselves in a professional manner and follow all policies of the employer and ensure that those reporting them follow all policies of the employer.

Ownership of information:

All reports are the property of the Clean Annapolis River Project or its assigns.

Position: Ecological Field Technician, Agro-ecosystems

Anticipated start date: Monday July 3, 2023

End date: August 25, 2023

Remuneration: 16.00/hour plus 4% vacation pay and statutory benefits for 35 hours per week.

A resume and cover letter, in one document, should be emailed to susanlane@annapolisriver.ca

Job Description/Responsibilities:

This position will provide support to the Agro-ecosystems project team, assisting with activities such as biodiversity monitoring and habitat enhancement on agricultural lands within the Kespukwitk (southwest Nova Scotia) region. The Ecological Field Technician will be responsible for assisting with both field and office related work, and will need to be able to complete physically demanding outdoor work in varying and unpredictable weather (e.g., rain, heat, cold) and terrains (forests, wetlands, watercourses). This position may also support other projects at CARP, including our work on aquatic habitat connectivity and species at risk monitoring and habitat assessments. Normal work hours are Monday- Friday from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm based out of CARP’s office in Annapolis Royal. However, this position will require flexibility to accommodate field activities with specific timing requirements, including early mornings and evenings.

Specific tasks include, but are not limited to:

assisting in ecological assessments of agricultural lands;
assisting with the development and delivery of outreach, stewardship and educational activities (e.g., host events, presentations in local schools and groups);
assisting with riparian, wetland, and terrestrial habitat enhancement and/or restoration activities including fencing, native tree and shrub planting, willow stake collection, willow staking and construction of habitat structures;
assisting with monitoring of previous habitat restoration and enhancement work;
scientific data entry on field cards, data sheets, and in a computer using Microsoft Excel.

Eligibility requirements:

This position is open to youth candidates. To be eligible, youth must:

be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period;

The youth must be 15 years of age at the beginning of the employment period. The youth may be more than 30 years of age at the end of the employment period as long as the youth was 30 at the beginning of the employment period.

be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment; and
have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

Reporting Relationships:

Position: Aquatic Biology Technician

Anticipated start date: Monday July 3, 2023

End date: August 25, 2023

Remuneration: 16.00/hour plus 4% vacation pay and statutory benefits for 35 hours per week.

A resume and cover letter, in one document, should be emailed to susanlane@annapolisriver.ca

Job Description/Responsibilities:

The Aquatic Biology Technician will be responsible for assisting with field and office related work on a variety of CARP’s ecological monitoring and restoration projects, and will need to be able to complete physically demanding outdoor work in varying and unpredictable weather (e.g., rain, heat, cold) and terrains (e.g., forests, wetlands, watercourses). Normal work hours are Monday- Friday from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm based out of CARP’s office in Annapolis Royal. However, this position will require flexibility to accommodate field activities with specific timing requirements, including early mornings and evenings.

Specific tasks include, but are not limited to:

fish habitat assessment and physical restoration work (e.g., conducting Habitat Suitability Indices, assessing culverts for aquatic connectivity, electrofishing, debris removal, construction of rock weirs, etc.);
assisting with the development and delivery of outreach, stewardship and educational activities (e.g., host events, presentations in local schools and groups); assisting with and conducting water quality monitoring of the Annapolis Estuary;
assisting with riparian, wetland, and terrestrial habitat enhancement and/or restoration activities including fencing, native tree and shrub planting, willow stake collection, willow staking and construction of habitat structures;
scientific data entry on field cards, data sheets, and on a computer using Microsoft Excel.

Eligibility requirements:

This position is open to youth candidates. To be eligible, youth must:

be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period;

The youth must be 15 years of age at the beginning of the employment period. The youth may be more than 30 years of age at the end of the employment period as long as the youth was 30 at the beginning of the employment period.

be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment; and
have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

Reporting Relationships:

The Aquatic Biology Technician will work collaboratively under the leadership of the Species-at-Risk Project Leader or other Project Leaders as needed. The Aquatic Biology Technician will report to the Administration Manager on all HR, contractual reporting, and financial matters (e.g. travel claims, sick days, alternate work hours and vacation). The Aquatic Biology Technician works closely and in cooperation with other staff members and in accordance with all CARP policies approved by the Board of Directors.