Natural Resource Specialist 2

Job Title:

Natural Resource Specialist 2

Job Location:

Prince George

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JOB DESCRIPTION
Duties:

Under the supervision of a registered professional, prepares terms of reference, budget estimates, related analytical and other research reports for portions of fish- and wildlife related research programs and projects and determines project approach and objectives, parameters, costs and staff requirements and establishes priorities. Reviews, evaluates and recommends selection of consultants and reviews their reports to determine technical acceptability.

Prepares and implements work plans and schedules for portions of programs for mitigating and/or compensating for the effects of new and existing BC Hydro facilities and construction, operations and maintenance activities on wildlife, fish, aquatic and natural ecosystems. Inspects, monitors and administers projects (including contract administration).

Conducts field reviews and inspections of construction, operations, maintenance and waste management/pollution prevention systems activities. Monitors compliance with environmental permits and BC Hydro's best management practices. May provide technical direction to field personnel in sampling techniques. Prepares and ensures contingency and closure plans are valid. Reviews documentation, terms of references, standards, guidelines and summaries of requirements for technical content to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, environmental and safety legislation.

Participates in environmental reviews of operating facilities to identify potential environmental impacts and associated mitigation methods. Makes recommendations in accordance with established protocols related to the upgrading of facilities or mitigating the impacts of BC Hydro's operations.

Under the supervision of a registered professional, provides technical advice/guidance to ensure environmental issues, objectives and strategies are considered and incorporated into operational plans.

Under the supervision of a registered professional, provides biological and/or scientific information at public meetings, license hearings, and to program or environmental groups. Provides technical advice and instructions to field personnel in the event of emergency environmental problems and may seek guidance from a registered professional.

May be deployed to the field to respond to unforeseen environmental concerns and may coordinate response teams and routine external reporting. Participates in incident investigations as required.

Performs some or all of the duties of the lower-level Natural Resource Specialist job.

Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above duties that do not affect the rating of the job.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree (such as Biology, Geoscience or a relevant field); AND two (2) years of relevant work experience. OR

Technologist Diploma in Science; AND three (3) years of relevant work experience.

Must be either eligible for professional designation OR registered in the “in Training” category with a regulatory body governed by the BC Professional Governance Act.

Must hold a valid class five (5) driver’s license.

WHAT WE OFFER

A comprehensive benefits package - A minimum of 15 paid vacation days - A lifetime pension
- Flexible work model, depending on your role type
- Training and development courses For more information on the benefits we…