Watershed Monitoring Specialist

The Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA), located near Barrie, Ontario, is a public agency dedicated to innovative watershed management supporting a healthy environment, communities, and lifestyles. Our jurisdiction includes 18 municipalities in the County of Simcoe, County of Dufferin, Grey County, and the western part of the City of Barrie and spans approximately 3700 sq. km. Our watershed includes significant landform features, such as the Minesing Wetlands, the Niagara Escarpment, and the Oak Ridges Moraine.

The NVCA is currently seeking an experienced and dynamic individual looking for a rewarding, exciting and great employment experience to join us in the role of Watershed Monitoring Specialist.

Reporting to the Manager, Watershed Science, this position is responsible for the collection, organization, and analysis of field monitoring data for the watershed monitoring program.

Key responsibilities include being the technical resource for the delivery of aquatic monitoring programs including benthic macroinvertebrates, fluvial geomorphology, fisheries, stormwater bathymetry, streamflow, water chemistry, and water temperature.  This position is also responsible for the delivery of terrestrial monitoring programs related to amphibians, birds, and vegetation.

Ideally, the incumbent has an honours degree in science with a specialization in biology, ecology, environmental science, natural resources management or similar discipline with a demonstrated knowledge of riverine systems. and a minimum of 2 years of directly related experience. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and computer skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team. You must have a valid Ontario driver’s license.

This is a permanent full-time position. The NVCA offers a competitive benefit package including OMERS (Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System).