Field Technician
The Kensington Conservancy is a local land trust that protects over 1,200 acres of ecologically sensitive land in the St. Joseph Channel area. We are looking to hire up to two seasonal employees to conduct property monitoring, ecological surveys, trail maintenance, and other associated tasks.
Location: Desbarats, Ontario
Duration of Contract: 8-10 weeks starting mid-to-late June 2024
Positions Available: 2
Compensation: $17.55/hour (35 hours/week)
If you thrive in a friendly, versatile atmosphere, where you are a valued member of a great team working to protect the environment, we welcome you to apply.
Duties and Responsibilities
Qualifications and Skills Required
Candidate Eligibility
To apply, please send your cover letter and resume in one document via email to:
Corinne Wilkerson, Land Stewardship Coordinator
corinne.wilkerson@kensingtonconservancy.org
The deadline to apply is April 26, 2024 at 4:00pm EDT. These positions being available are contingent upon funding being secured.
We thank everyone who submits an application for this position. Only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
Duration of Contract: 8-10 weeks starting mid-to-late June 2024
Positions Available: 2
Compensation: $17.55/hour (35 hours/week)
If you thrive in a friendly, versatile atmosphere, where you are a valued member of a great team working to protect the environment, we welcome you to apply.
Duties and Responsibilities
- monitor nature preserves for disturbances and general ecological health
- collect data on the presence of flora and fauna species
- basic trail maintenance
- assist with community outreach events and activities
Qualifications and Skills Required
- completed, or currently completing, a diploma or degree in a field related to natural resources
- identification of local flora and fauna species, including invasive species
- knowledge of local ecosystems and how they function
- experience working outdoors in all weather conditions
- exceptional outdoor navigation skills
- the ability to work both independently and as a team
Candidate Eligibility
- must be a youth between the ages of 15 and 30 and a permanent resident of Canada
- available for some evening and weekend work
- Must complete a vulnerable sector check
To apply, please send your cover letter and resume in one document via email to:
Corinne Wilkerson, Land Stewardship Coordinator
corinne.wilkerson@kensingtonconservancy.org
The deadline to apply is April 26, 2024 at 4:00pm EDT. These positions being available are contingent upon funding being secured.
We thank everyone who submits an application for this position. Only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.