Are you curious about invasive species in the Central Kootenay region? Do you want to help reduce the impact of invasive species on the ecosystems, communities, and economy of our region? If so, there are exciting opportunities for you to join the team at CKISS!
Assistant Field Program Manager
From May to October, the role involves coordinating and delivering on-the-ground invasive species management activities including contractor and staff supervision, surveys and mechanical removal of invasive plants, sign installation, seeding and restoration, landowner outreach, biological control agent surveys, and treatment monitoring. Office tasks during the field season include data management, training seasonal staff, implementing and tracking work plans, and notifying landowners of upcoming fieldwork. The Assistant Field Program Manager will act as Project Manager for select projects and will ensure their successful delivery.
From November to April, a substantial portion of the role involves managing and analyzing data, which requires a high degree of technical aptitude and attention to detail. The applicant will need to spatially analyze data using geographic information systems (GIS), perform data cleaning, and conduct various analysis tasks to ensure high data quality and accurate reporting. The Assistant Field Program Manager will also draft reports, draft budgets, attend funder planning meetings, and assist with work planning for the upcoming year.
Read the full job posting here: Job Posting – Assistant Field Program Manager
Outreach and Operations Technician
The Outreach and Operations Technician will support Education Program with invasive species education and outreach programs three days a week, and will support the Operations Program with invasive species management activities one day a week.
Outreach duties include hosting educational booths at events, leading community weed pulls and youth field trips, updating the website, newsletters, press releases, and social media, distributing educational resources, creating original content for CKISS outreach activities, and supporting virtual and in-person events like webinars, workshops, and presentations.
Operations duties include working as part of a small field crew to carry out invasive species management including surveys and manual removal of invasive plants in priority locations, sign installation and removal, and landowner outreach.
The position involves both office and field work, with variable hours, including weekends, holidays, and some evenings. It requires good physical fitness for tasks such as extended walking, standing, lifting up to 50 lbs, and using hand or power tools for invasive plant removal. Extensive driving is required, with a vehicle provided for job-related travel. The Technician will work outdoors in various weather conditions and near or in water.
Read the full job posting here: Job Posting – Outreach and Operations Technician
Aquatics Assistant
Job description coming soon.
Invasive Species Technician
Are you ready to get your hands dirty in the fight against invasive species? Become an Invasive Species Technician and work alongside a small field crew to conduct surveys and manual removal of invasive plants in priority locations. You’ll also assist with various tasks such as sign installation and removal, landowner outreach, and biological control agent surveys.
Read the full job posting here: Job Posting – Invasive Species Technician
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter as a single PDF to hr@ckiss.ca
Deadline to Apply: 4:00 pm on Feb 23, 2025*
*Applications will be reviewed as they’re received. Positions may be filled prior to the deadline if an appropriate candidate is found.
