Wildlife Biologist (Biodiversity)
Job Summary
Limited Competition
This Job Opening is limited to employees with the GNWT/WSCC in indeterminate and term positions.
Employees must apply through HRIS / Employee Self-Service. For instructions please see:
https://www.gov.nt.ca/careers/en/submit-application-gnwt-employee
Department Information
The mandate of the Department of Environment and Climate Change is to manage land, water, air, wildlife, and forests. This includes promoting, planning, and supporting the wise and sustainable use of natural resources, and protecting, restoring, and stewarding the environment for the social and economic benefit of all Northwest Territories residents.
Job Information
The Wildlife Biologist (Biodiversity) participates in hiring and supervising contract, term, and casual staff (as required), and controls an annual budget of approximately $100,000. The incumbent is expected to develop partnerships for additional funding opportunities up to approximately $300,000 to support partnership initiatives. The incumbent participates in and facilitates working groups with members from other Divisions, Departments and organizations outside GNWT and serves as a Departmental link to national and international organizations and initiatives dealing with species and biodiversity conservation.
Typically attained by:
The completion of a Master of Science degree in one of the natural science disciplines ¿ biology, wildlife biology, ecology, wildlife management, environmental studies, environmental science or resource management. In addition, a minimum of five (5) years of related experience including design of field monitoring programs and research, data management and analysis, public consultation and publication of peer- reviewed studies.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Affirmative Action
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Affirmative Action Policy.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 26147
Closing Date: January 23, 2025 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $63.82 per hour to $76.24 per hour (approximately $124,449 - $148,668.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.