Employment Opportunity at Upper Fraser Fisheries Conservation Alliance
Posted on July 10th, 2006 by Rodney Hsu, webmaster

Opportunity Habitat Biologist & Mentor

The Upper Fraser Fisheries Conservation Alliance (UFFCA) is a non-profit society, based out of Prince George, BC, working on behalf of First Nations and the fisheries resources of the Upper Fraser watershed.

The UFFCA is seeking the services of a contractor to lead this project. The position’s primary focus is on capacity transfer to First Nations candidates/trainees working along side the habitat biologist. Candidate must have the ability to work closely with others including: Habitat trainees, First Nations bands and Tribal Councils, DFO, and other government regulatory agencies. Superior written and oral communication skills are required, as well as knowledge of the Species at Risk Act, Wild Salmon Policy, and other environmental regulations beneficial.

Qualifications

• Preferred candidates will have a degree in biology, fisheries, ecology, or other closely related field (MSc preferred, BSc with extensive experience may also qualify).
• Knowledgeable of Upper Fraser First Nations and fisheries issues
• Knowledge endangered/threatened species/issues as they relate to fisheries
• Knowledge of the federal Species at Risk Act
• Skills in effective verbal and written communication
• The ability to work in a mentors role
• Skills in using personal computers with knowledge of MS Office
  
  Salary

The position is based on 10-15 days per month (part-time) with a salary range of $40,000 - $50,000 per year depending on experience.

Applications (with cover letter) should be sent to:

Upper Fraser Fisheries Conservation Alliance
1041 Whenun Rd.
Prince George, BC
V2K 5X8

Application deadline is July 14, 2006, applications can also be emailed to briantoth@shaw.ca, or indiseaent@shaw.ca

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