Technical Assistant - Naturalist Services Job Winnipeg area,Manitoba Canada,Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care

Job Profile

Under the supervision of the Natural Resource Coordinator, the Technical Assistant performs semi-technical work assisting in a variety of field, office, and public outreach projects related to the management of natural areas.

As the Technical Assistant, Naturalist Services you will:

Assist with habitat restoration activities, native plant garden maintenance, and invasive species control across the city to maintain and enhance the quality of ecosystems and natural areas within Winnipeg.
Assist with native-plant production by following best practices to produce high quality native plant stock.
Deliver in-person environmental education programming for groups of all ages to facilitate the public’s connection with nature.
Assist with volunteer and stewardship group habitat activities in natural areas including the community garden allotment program.
Assist with biological monitoring, surveys and sampling to inform management decisions and contribute to the Natural Services Branch’s biological database.

Your education and qualifications include:

Completion of a minimum one year in the sciences from a recognized university or technical college such as: biological or environmental sciences.

Six (6) months experience including but not limited to: landscaping, planting and weed control.

Experience with habitat management such as invasive species control, planting vegetation and working with volunteers.

Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).

Willing to obtain a Manitoba Pesticide Applicators Licence (Core with Landscape Module).

Knowledge of native prairie grasses and wildflowers.

Knowledge of the native plants and communities in the Winnipeg area.

Excellent verbal communication skills including the ability to deliver public presentations.

Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to collect and maintain accurate data and records.

Ability utilizing hand and power tools (such as shovels, loppers, pumps, cord trimmers etc.) equipment and technical instruments commonly used in natural area maintenance task work.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with diverse groups, including the public.

Ability to stay organized and prioritize workload.

Ability to work under minimal supervision.

* IMPORTANT
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Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). at application.


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