Job Type-07
MNR Student – Aquatic /Wildlife Biologist
Section 1 - WORK DESCRIPTION:
You may be required to work on some or all of the following tasks:
·  Fish and aquatic ecosystem assessment and research, including creel surveys, index netting, biological sampling,data entry and basic analyses. Projects may be related to community analyses and structure of aquatic ecosystems, habitat assessment, growth and diet analyses, for wetlands, stream, and lake systems.
·  Wildlife population and wildlife habitat assessment including both aerial and ground surveys; species identification and mapping; as well as sampling and assessment for a variety of wildlife including game and non-game species, waterfowl and species at risk.
·  The operation of boats, outdoor motors, ATVs and other specialized equipment may be required. The assistant may work outdoors and in diverse weather conditions.
Section 2 - QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Communications and Interpersonal Skills
·  You apply your written communication skills to prepare a variety of documents (e.g. reports, document findings, record data).
·  You apply your interpersonal skills to work in a team environment and have a strong work ethic to work independently.
Technical Skills and Knowledge
·  You apply your experience using Microsoft Office product suite, such as word processing (Word), spreadsheets (Excel), databases (Access), presentations (PowerPoint); email and internet to conduct research and prepare a variety of documents.
Analytical and Organizational Skills
·  You apply your planning and organizational skills to collect, organize, review and verify information/data through review of files, reports, and other means.
·  You work independently or as part of a team; you plan, organize and prioritize your work to meet competing deadlines.
Requirements
·  You can work in an outdoor environment with some physical activity involved, including lifting and carrying weighted items in accordance with the Employment Standards Act and Workplace Health and Safety regulations
·  You are willing to accompany staff on multi-day outdoor field trips.
·  You must possess an Ontario G2 (or higher) Driver’s Licence?
·  You have a valid Pleasure Craft Operators Card, Standard First Aid and CPR certification, or are you willing and able to acquire these certifications as a condition of your employment.
Section 3 - JOB TYPE PRE-SCREENING QUESTIONS:
1. Are you willing to work in an outdoor environment with some physical activity involved, including lifting and carrying weighted items?
Yes
No
2. Are you willing to perform tasks that involve handling small machinery and equipment?
Yes
No
3. Are you willing to accompany staff on multi-day field trips in an outdoor environment?
Yes
No
4. Do you have an Ontario G2 driver's license (or higher)?
Yes
No
5. Do you possess or are you willing to acquire a Pleasure Craft Operators Card and certification in Standard First Aid and CPR?
Yes
No
6. Knowledge of biology and ecology including conservation biology and biodiversity?
A: Basic
B: Limited
C: Intermediate
D: Extensive