Fisheries/Natural Resource Technician

Haisla Nation Council Has An Immediate Opening For

Fisheries/Natural Resource Technician - 1 full-time, 1 part-time and 1 On-call/Casual

Department: Fisheries

Overview

The Fisheries/Natural Resource Technician will be responsible to uphold and support Haisla Nation Council natural resource-related strategies and initiatives.

Duties

• Maintain current journal entries on field activities, field observations and equipment repairs;
• Salmon eulachon, and shellfish surveys, fish habitat assessments and watershed restoration, hatchery projects, environmental research, catch monitoring, water quality and biotoxin sampling, Haisla Community-oriented food fisheries and youth programs, Wa’wais cabin repairs and Marine Conservancy maintenance, trail maintenance and development. Participate in staff and community meetings or consultations, natural resource-related local events, functions and training as required.
• Other duties as identified by HNC Resource Managers (Office or Field),
• Complete projects listed in annual Government and ENGO agreements and/or contracts such as;
• To follow the HNC personnel policy and manual;
• Assist with Haisla Fisheries, Parks, Marine Conservancy, Lands and Harbour projects ;
• Operate HNC field equipment, including vessels and machinery in a safe & responsible manner,
• Responsibly uphold and support HNC natural resource-related strategies and initiatives,
• Conduct fisheries research and environmental monitoring within Haisla territorial lands & waters;
• Adhere to current DFO, Coast Guard and WCB regulations;

Qualifications

• Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP), MED-A2/3 & RROC-M certificates or better;
• Familiarity with identification of salmonids in all life stages;
• Valid BC Class 5 Drivers License
• Experience operating jet boats, inboard/outboard powered boats, and/or fishing vessels;
• Ability and willingness to work long hours and weekends (if required) in remote wilderness locations and in extreme weather and sea conditions;
• Willing and able to pass a criminal record check.
• Grade 12 with two years related experience (Post-secondary education preferred);
• Ability to uphold and maintain scientific standards for environmental field projects;
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain personal records of field activities and observations;
• Experience maintaining and operating marine engines, marine radios and GPS systems;

Interested individuals should submit a cover letter, the names of three references, and the express permission for Haisla Nation Council to contact these references, as well as your resume using our online application program.

Closing Date: This posting will remain open until position is filled.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.