Program Assistant Wildlife - Watershed Planning & Monitoring

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Business Unit:Infrastructure and Water Services

Division:Watershed Protection

Pay Grade:CAN/05/02/J08

Rate of Pay:$31.39 - $33.57 per hour; plus 14% in lieu of benefits

Hours of Work:80 hours bi-weekly Anticipated term from April 1, 2026 - September 25, 2026

Posting Date: January 15, 2026

Closing Date: Open until filled; submission review to begin on February 2, 2026

This position works with Resource Planning technical and professional staff to assist in the field and office on a variety of projects and initiatives including wildlife surveys and monitoring - particularly birds and amphibians, compiling related information, downloading data from wildlife cameras, checking equipment, and routine data management and analyses.

• Assists with field surveys for a number of wildlife species and habitat features, on rugged terrain by foot and on the water by boat.
• Assists with researching information and summarizing data relating to the environmental characteristics, wildlife, and wildlife habitat of the Greater Victoria Water Supply Area (GVWSA).
• Assists with the routine downloading of data, equipment checks, and basic equipment installation.
• Protects water quality by assisting with the disinfection of boats and equipment.
• Assists with other field and office work of the Resource Planning section of Watershed Protection.
• Represents the CRD in a professional and informed manner, as required.
• Works safely outdoors in adverse weather conditions and rugged forested terrain.
• Follows all policies, procedures and standards of the CRD.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• The expected duration of this term assignment is approximately 4 months (May to August).

• Excellent customer service, communication (both verbal and written), interpersonal and public relations skills and experience are required.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and/or independently, as required.
• Must be physically fit and able to perform a variety of manual outdoor work in all types of weather conditions.
• Demonstrated experience in outdoor field environments, including forest or wilderness environments.
• Demonstrated experience working with a map and compass.
• Knowledge of the natural environment and wildlife on southern Vancouver Island.
• Ability to accurately and neatly record field notes and related data; experience with data entry on mobile devices.
• Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft computer software applications including Word and Excel.
• Experience with research and use of spreadsheets for analysis and graphing.
• Demonstrated experience boating and canoeing and comfortable working on or near water sources.
• Experience driving on gravel roads.
• Demonstrated understanding of WorkSafeBC regulations.

• Post-secondary courses in a related discipline
• A minimum of six months' directly related experience
• An equivalent combination of education and experience

• Pleasure Craft Operator Certificate
• Standard First Aid and CPR-C
• WHMIS Certification
• Valid BC Driver's Licence

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please click "Apply now" to submit your resume and covering letter online.

We welcome all qualified applicants to apply and may consider a combination of experience, education and/or training where possible. We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. In our commitment to bring differing perspectives to our workplace, and to deliver the best possible service to our customers, we encourage and welcome applications from all people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and lived experiences.

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The Capital Regional District wishes to thank you for your interest and advises that only those candidates under active consideration will be contacted.