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Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator
Sault Ste. Marie
Other
POSTED:
2 days ago
Employer:
Invasive Species Centre
ES Job ID:
16125
Closing Date:
January 09, 2025
Salary:
47000
Duration:
Full Time
,
Temporary
Job Description:
Location: Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario preferred but remote opportunities from elsewhere in Ontario available
Start Date: February 2025
End Date: March 31, 2026, with possibility for extension
Salary Range: $47,000-$50,000 based on qualifications
Job Type: Full-time, Contract
The Invasive Species Centre aims to mobilize action against invasive species that harm the environment, economy and society. Incorporated as a not-for-profit in 2011 as a hub for collaboration and knowledge sharing, we have grown into a respected collaborator and leader in invasive species knowledge and action. We rely on values of inclusion, innovation, stewardship, collaboration, and commitment to excellence to achieve our vision of a Canada where land and water are protected from invasive species.
If you are passionate about protecting forests, land, and water in Canada and enjoy working as a part of an upbeat and fast-paced team, please follow the application instructions at the end of this posting.
Position Summary
The Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator will work under the ISC's Programs team and be responsible for the coordination of the ISC's multiple aquatic invasive species projects. This work consists of implementing programs to prevent the introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species through creating digital outreach campaigns, social media and web maintenance, coordinating special events, partner outreach and coordination, and presentations, media engagement, and overall budgeting and coordination of projects. This position will also focus on development of aquatic invasive plant management plans and communications plans.
Other tasks can include responding to information inquiry requests, presenting to interested groups on aquatic invasive species, events, and leading committee meetings.
We offer a fun, vibrant workplace with flexibility and shared passion for protecting the environment. This is a one-year contract position to start, with opportunity to continue for additional years, contingent upon funding. We believe in supporting our team as much as possible, with a competitive compensation package including wages, minimum of 2 weeks of vacation, 12 paid holidays, paid personal days, paid sick leave, contribution to personal and professional development and many opportunities to learn new skills. The ISC offers hybrid work opportunities for team members in Sault Ste. Marie.
Principal Accountabilities
Implementing established programs to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species
Project management including tracking program deliverables, budgeting, tracking key performance indicators and reporting
Development of digital outreach campaigns including social media marketing, influencer outreach and paid advertising
Development of management plans focusing on aquatic invasive species including plants
Webpage creation and maintenance
Special event coordination
Event/conference attendance
Outreach material and new tool development
Grant writing and business development for AIS projects
Coordinating meetings consisting of multiple stakeholder groups
Liasing with partner organizations to meet deliverables
Start Date: February 2025
End Date: March 31, 2026, with possibility for extension
Salary Range: $47,000-$50,000 based on qualifications
Job Type: Full-time, Contract
The Invasive Species Centre aims to mobilize action against invasive species that harm the environment, economy and society. Incorporated as a not-for-profit in 2011 as a hub for collaboration and knowledge sharing, we have grown into a respected collaborator and leader in invasive species knowledge and action. We rely on values of inclusion, innovation, stewardship, collaboration, and commitment to excellence to achieve our vision of a Canada where land and water are protected from invasive species.
If you are passionate about protecting forests, land, and water in Canada and enjoy working as a part of an upbeat and fast-paced team, please follow the application instructions at the end of this posting.
Position Summary
The Aquatic Invasive Species Coordinator will work under the ISC's Programs team and be responsible for the coordination of the ISC's multiple aquatic invasive species projects. This work consists of implementing programs to prevent the introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species through creating digital outreach campaigns, social media and web maintenance, coordinating special events, partner outreach and coordination, and presentations, media engagement, and overall budgeting and coordination of projects. This position will also focus on development of aquatic invasive plant management plans and communications plans.
Other tasks can include responding to information inquiry requests, presenting to interested groups on aquatic invasive species, events, and leading committee meetings.
We offer a fun, vibrant workplace with flexibility and shared passion for protecting the environment. This is a one-year contract position to start, with opportunity to continue for additional years, contingent upon funding. We believe in supporting our team as much as possible, with a competitive compensation package including wages, minimum of 2 weeks of vacation, 12 paid holidays, paid personal days, paid sick leave, contribution to personal and professional development and many opportunities to learn new skills. The ISC offers hybrid work opportunities for team members in Sault Ste. Marie.
Principal Accountabilities
Implementing established programs to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species
Project management including tracking program deliverables, budgeting, tracking key performance indicators and reporting
Development of digital outreach campaigns including social media marketing, influencer outreach and paid advertising
Development of management plans focusing on aquatic invasive species including plants
Webpage creation and maintenance
Special event coordination
Event/conference attendance
Outreach material and new tool development
Grant writing and business development for AIS projects
Coordinating meetings consisting of multiple stakeholder groups
Liasing with partner organizations to meet deliverables
Required Skills:
Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate will be a university or college graduate or have equivalent experience in fields such as biology, fisheries, environmental science/studies, or other related fields. They will have a minimum of 2 years of professional experience in competencies listed below.
Preferred Qualifications
Possess a Bachelors' degree or equivalent additional certification in biology, fisheries, environmental science/studies, or other related fields.
Knowledge of aquatic invasive fish, invertebrates, and plants
Possess a valid G-class drivers licence, ability to travel and preferably access to a vehicle.
Minimum Competencies
The successful candidate will have strong:
Organisational skills: ability to quickly design and implement programs and processes, communicate with team, track grants throughout granting cycle, respond to requests in a timely way
Project Management skills: Ability to develop, manage and track projects, keeping activities on time and on budget and report back to funders
Administrative skills: Knowledge of office procedures, knowledge of or willingness to learn invoicing, tracking expenses
Strong Science Communication Skills: The ability to express themselves clearly in conversations and interactions with others, through writing, speaking, and images
Technical and data management expertise: computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft Office software especially Excel, Adobe Acrobat, social media, email marketing, and survey applications
Knowledge of invasive species: Working general knowledge of environmental science and invasive species considered an asset
Teamwork skills: Have a can-do and optimistic outlook, help to set a tone of cooperation within the work group and across groups; coordinate own work with others, respond positively to instructions, procedures, and feedback
Time management and flexibility skills: manage multiple projects; determine project urgency in a practical way; create detailed action plans and budgets, adapt well to changing priorities, deadlines, and directions
Initiative:?identifying what needs to be done and doing it before being asked or before the situation requires it; plan work and carry out tasks without detailed instructions
The successful candidate will be a university or college graduate or have equivalent experience in fields such as biology, fisheries, environmental science/studies, or other related fields. They will have a minimum of 2 years of professional experience in competencies listed below.
Preferred Qualifications
Possess a Bachelors' degree or equivalent additional certification in biology, fisheries, environmental science/studies, or other related fields.
Knowledge of aquatic invasive fish, invertebrates, and plants
Possess a valid G-class drivers licence, ability to travel and preferably access to a vehicle.
Minimum Competencies
The successful candidate will have strong:
Organisational skills: ability to quickly design and implement programs and processes, communicate with team, track grants throughout granting cycle, respond to requests in a timely way
Project Management skills: Ability to develop, manage and track projects, keeping activities on time and on budget and report back to funders
Administrative skills: Knowledge of office procedures, knowledge of or willingness to learn invoicing, tracking expenses
Strong Science Communication Skills: The ability to express themselves clearly in conversations and interactions with others, through writing, speaking, and images
Technical and data management expertise: computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft Office software especially Excel, Adobe Acrobat, social media, email marketing, and survey applications
Knowledge of invasive species: Working general knowledge of environmental science and invasive species considered an asset
Teamwork skills: Have a can-do and optimistic outlook, help to set a tone of cooperation within the work group and across groups; coordinate own work with others, respond positively to instructions, procedures, and feedback
Time management and flexibility skills: manage multiple projects; determine project urgency in a practical way; create detailed action plans and budgets, adapt well to changing priorities, deadlines, and directions
Initiative:?identifying what needs to be done and doing it before being asked or before the situation requires it; plan work and carry out tasks without detailed instructions
Requirements:
The candidate must be legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial legislation and regulations
Bilingual in French, English, and/or Indigenous languages would be an asset
Must work within standard business hours and occasionally evening and weekends depending on work requirements
Willingness and ability to travel as required (est. 5-10 days annually)
The candidate will need to comply with all ISC policies
Ability to start position as soon as possible
Bilingual in French, English, and/or Indigenous languages would be an asset
Must work within standard business hours and occasionally evening and weekends depending on work requirements
Willingness and ability to travel as required (est. 5-10 days annually)
The candidate will need to comply with all ISC policies
Ability to start position as soon as possible
How to Apply:
Applications will be accepted until January 9, 2025.
Please submit application package as a single PDF, including cover letter and resume, which includes your education and work experience history to:
Rebecca D'Orazio, Aquatic Invasive Species Team Lead
Invasive Species Centre, 1219 Queen Street East, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2E5
Email: [email protected]
No telephone calls, please. Only candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Please note that this position is pending confirmation of funding.
The Invasive Species Centre is an equal opportunity and accessible employer. The Invasive Species Centre will provide accommodation for candidates with disabilities during the recruitment process, upon request.
Please submit application package as a single PDF, including cover letter and resume, which includes your education and work experience history to:
Rebecca D'Orazio, Aquatic Invasive Species Team Lead
Invasive Species Centre, 1219 Queen Street East, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2E5
Email: [email protected]
No telephone calls, please. Only candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Please note that this position is pending confirmation of funding.
The Invasive Species Centre is an equal opportunity and accessible employer. The Invasive Species Centre will provide accommodation for candidates with disabilities during the recruitment process, upon request.
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