Natural Edge Summer Student Job Description
March 30th, 2016
Job Title:
Natural Edge Summer Student (1 Position Available)
Reports to:
Natural Edge Coordinator and Lake Stewardship Coordinator
Position Location:
Perth, Ontario
Length of Contract:
TBD
Pay Scale:
$11.25 /hr
Position Purpose:
The successful applicant will contribute to the stewardship and outreach work at Watersheds Canada by
working to raise landowner awareness of water stewardship principles and environmental impacts on the
lakes within the area. Working with partners, organizations and individuals, the Natural Edge Student is
responsible to assist in the delivery of our Natural Edge Program. This will include field work focusing on
carrying out shoreline naturalizations. The student will conduct site visits at shoreline properties and create
property planting plans based on the data collected, help plant native trees and shrubs, as well as, deliver
workshops and presentations.
Primary Responsibilities:
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Undertake administrative duties necessary for the execution of field work, including documentation of
activities and reporting
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Promote our programs and engage new landowners in shoreline naturalization projects
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Deliver stewardship, outreach and education based programming
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Represent the project, the proponent and partners at local fairs, AGMs and other environmental events
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Assist in the distribution of information packages and surveys to residents of our target lakes
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Carryout landowner site visits including data collection, entry and creation of property planting plans
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Assist in the delivery of our shoreline naturalization program including landowner solicitation,
coordination and planting
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Solicit information from residents, attendees of local events, etc. that may contribute to data collection
activities (surveys and evaluations)
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Help organize and deliver workshops and presentations on both our program and habitat creation
topics
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Caring for native plants including watering and maintenance
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Building of bat and bird boxes
Additional Responsibilities:
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Support other project components and staff as assigned by the management
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Act as a spokesperson for the organization
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Some local travel, evening and weekend work is required
Qualification Requirements:
Education
Some College or University, with preference given to those with a specialization in Natural Resources
Management, Communications, Environmental Studies/Science or Biology
Experience:
None required, however preference will be given to those with some experience in the conservation and/or
non-profit sector(s)
Skills:
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Excellent judgment and decision making skills
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Comfortable with public speaking and engagement of the public
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Excellent written and oral communication, in English.
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Proven multi-tasking skills in a fast-paced environment, completing projects within time constraints
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Computer skills with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Publisher, Access, and Outlook
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Some knowledge of native plant species identification
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Proven teamwork and skills
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Proven high level of motivation and initiative
Other:
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Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
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Possess (or ability to obtain) a Pleasure Craft Operator Card
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Able to work outside in all weather conditions
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Some physical work, therefore ability to carry up to 50lbs is an asset
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First-aid/CPR
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Boat operation experience is an asset
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Must be returning to school in the fall of 2016 to be eligible for student funding
How to Apply:
Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter by April 22, 2016 to: [email protected]