About the position
Duties
Supports the vegetation program by assisting with terrestrial restoration activities and monitoring. Conducts front and backcountry control and surveys for non-native vegetation while collecting geospatial data for monitoring purposes. The majority of the work involves mechanical and chemical control of non-native vegetation (using hand tools, brush saws, herbicides, etc.). Successful applicants must be willing to acquire an assistant applicator license upon hire and apply herbicides in accordance with our Integrated Pest Management Plan (IPMP). The remainder of the work includes restoration activities (soil amendments, seed collection, planting, staking, translocations) and monitoring (transects, ecological health assessments). The position is field based, with the expectation of working in a team environment and spending the majority of time outdoors. Applicants must be comfortable working in remote backcountry settings for extended periods (up to 7 days).
Work environment
Parks Canada is a federal government agency responsible for the protection and presentation of Canada’s outstanding natural and cultural resources through a system of national parks, national marine conservation areas and national historic sites in all regions of Canada.
Intent of the process
The results may be used in the future to fill other temporary student vacancies that may arise in the Banff Field Unit, in various locations, with full or part-time hours for various tenures, depending on status of the selected candidate.
Positions to be filled
3
Important messages
🏆 The Parks Canada team is proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers (2024).
This position is based in Banff, AB and requires on-site presence on a daily basis.
Important Information and Instructions:
-Students will be required to cover all travel expenses to and from the location of work
-Living accommodations will not be provided
We will only accept on-line applications received via the jobs.gc.ca site. No cover letter required – Respond to questions in the on-line application. Persons who are unable to apply on-line must contact prior to the closing date.
*** NOTE: When submitting your application to this selection process, you will be required to answer screening questions to demonstrate how you meet the Essential Qualifications (Education and all Essential Experiences).
Your job application must clearly demonstrate that you meet all the screening requirements in order to move on to the next step. Do not forget to specify the period during which you have held each function (month and year), and where you acquired the qualification. The answers to the screening questions will be the main source of information that the assessment board members will be using to determine whether you have the essential qualifications for education and experience. Your resume must corroborate your answers to the screening questions. The lack of information in the form requested may result in the rejection of your application.
Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
Parks Canada is committed to the principles of diversity and employment equity under the Employment Equity Act, and strives to ensure that our workforce reflects the diverse nature of Canadian society. In support of achieving a representative workforce, preference may be given to qualified candidates who self-identify as belonging to an employment equity group such as Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2+ youth, minority Francophones, and members of racially minoritized groups and encourage applicants to self-identify in their application.
📢 Our intention is to communicate with candidates via email. Candidates must include in their application a valid email address and ensure this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users. It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure that any changes to their personal information be provided to the email address indicated on this job advertisement.
Note: Additional information may be requested after closing date for screening and/or assessment purposes.
Conditions of employment
Reliability Status security clearance - • Reliability status security clearance
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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: (Must be met prior to employment)
• Possession and maintenance of a valid unrestricted class 5 driver's license (Class L, N or other graduated licenses will not be accepted)
Operational Requirements
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Willing and able to wear a Parks Canada uniform and personal safety equipment
• Willing and able to work varied hours, shift, weekends, evenings, overtime and holidays
• Willing and able to work outdoors, travel between various work sites, and be exposed to various weather conditions
You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
Successful completion of at least one year at a recognized post-secondary institution
in a program leading to a diploma or degree; in a field related to biological sciences, ecology, geography, environmental sciences, or other field closely related to natural science.
Currently registered as a full-time or part-time student in a recognized institution.
Proof of education will be required at time of interview.
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CERTIFICATIONS:
Possession and maintenance of valid Standard First Aid and CPR certificate.
EXPERIENCE IN:
EX1: Strong wilderness travel skills including experience hiking 20 or more kilometers per day with a heavy backpack, often in off trail and steep mountainous terrain; during inclement weather conditions; and on day and overnight trips.
EX2: Experience following scientific field data collection protocols and recording data accurately. Other approaches such as traditional Indigenous methods will be considered.
EX3: Experience with ecological restoration and/or landscaping, including the use of hand tools, and/or mechanized equipment for vegetation management.
EX4 : Experience with native and/or non-native plant identification
Applied / assessed at a later date
KNOWLEDGE OF:
K1: Parks Canada, its mandate and values and principles
PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
PS1: Exercises sound judgment
PS2: Takes responsibility
PS3: Demonstrates integrity
PS4: Strives for excellence
PS5: Able to work effectively in a team environment
You may need (asset qualifications)
May be applied / assessed at a later date
Additional Certifications:
• Certifications including but not limited to: Wilderness First Aid – 40-hour min.
* Copies of current certification will be required at time of interview.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE:
AEX1: Experience using scientific research computer applications such as spreadsheets and/or databases.
Additional Knowledge:
AK1 : Knowledge of statistical analysis.
AK2: Knowledge of geographic information systems.
AK3: Knowledge of Banff National Park’s landscape, weather and wildlife safety protocols
Our commitment
We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
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