Cumulative Effects Biologist

Job Summary And Requirements

Cumulative Effects Biologist

This posting is being used to fill a term position until March 31, 2026 with possibility of extension. Temporary Assignments will be considered.

Our role

As trusted environmental stewards, Department of Environment professionals are committed to a healthy, sustainable and prosperous Yukon. Our people are dedicated to keeping the air, land and water clean, the responsible management of wildlife and fostering opportunities to connect with nature. We enrich governance through building our relationships with Yukon First Nation and transboundary Indigenous partners and through the application of both science and traditional knowledge in our decision-making.

Your role

As the Cumulative Effects Biologist, you will provide essential support in the areas of cumulative effects monitoring, assessment, and management to support input into environmental assessment, land and resource planning, and other related processes. You will work with expert teams within the Fish and Wildlife Branch, as well with external collaborators, partners, and governments to develop products and technical advice to support informed decision-making in natural resource management in Yukon, with a focus on cumulative effects.

Essential Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet the following qualifications in your resume. Be sure to highlight how the experience you have acquired aligns with the ‘must haves’ for this position, including the month and year for each work experience entry. Selection for further consideration is based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

1. Degree in natural sciences discipline and related field (Biology, Wildlife Management, Environmental Sciences etc.).
2. Experience using a variety of statistical and spatial analytical approaches for terrestrial habitat modelling and landscape dynamics (using GIS, R, or equivalent).
3. Experience with cumulative effects monitoring, management, or assessment.
4. Experience planning and implementing safe and effective field research in remote settings in the role of a supervisor/mentor.
5. Experience in providing technical advice on ecological issues and in reviewing, preparing, and communicating technical documents and reports to a variety of audiences (e.g., managers, First Nation governments, Inuvialuit, boards, and renewable resources councils).
6. Experience in environmental assessment is an asset.
7. Experience engaging and collaborating with First Nations, public bodies, other government agencies, NGO’s, stakeholders, etc. (through working groups, joint projects, etc.) is an asset.

Desired Knowledge, Skills And Suitability

To support key objectives and operational needs of this position, candidates will be assessed on the following:

1. Experience developing and promoting partnerships with officials from all levels of government, First Nations representatives, and stakeholders to inform cumulative effects issues.
2. Communication skills to document, present, and connect with various audiences (e.g. boards and councils, government agencies, etc.).
3. Problem solving including excellent analytical and judgement skills.
4. Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to build and maintain effective working relationships and contribute positively to team operations.
5. Ability to lead, develop and implement cumulative effects programs and plans.

Please limit your resume to 2000 words. Do not include a cover letter with your application, it will not be reviewed.

Why Joining Us Is a Great Idea

Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Canadian Employer since 2014.

We support balancing personal and professional needs through comprehensive benefits, the ability to build your professional skills through learning and developmental opportunities, and flexible work and leave options.

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Eligibility List

6 months