Resource Management Officer II - Ecological Monitoring

Duties
As an equal member of both the Ecological Integrity Monitoring and Caribou Recovery teams, you will support a wide range of projects that aim to maintain or improve ecological integrity and support species at risk recovery throughout Jasper National Park. The Resource Management Officer II delivers and leads applied science monitoring and active management projects.
In this role, you will:
• Work collaboratively with team members on a daily basis to solve data management, study design and data analysis challenges to support conservation.
• Develop and manage databases, integrate varied data sources (spatial, referential databases, captive/wild caribou data), analyze data, advise on study design, and prepare reports. Example projects include mammal occupancy monitoring using a network of remote cameras, alpine plant phenology trend monitoring, developing efficient data management systems, and liaising with University research partners.
• Infrequently, collect data by traveling in mountainous terrain in the remote backcountry, by foot or by helicopter, on physically-demanding trips of up to 5-days in length.
Due to the collaborative nature of the work within the ecological integrity monitoring and caribou recovery teams, and intensive data management and analysis on the I.T. network, this position is located in Jasper and requires an in-person presence.

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.Top reasons to work for Parks Canada:
⚖️ Work-life balance
📅 Paid vacation and leave
💰 Pension and retirement benefits
🩺Health and dental benefits
📚 Training and professional development
🏞️ Working in beautiful locations
📈 Transfer and promotion opportunities
🤝 Diverse and inclusive workplaces
🍁 Contribution to public service

Intent of the process
This process will be used to fill a one-year term position in Jasper, Alberta, with the possibility of an extension of up to one additional year.
The results of this process may be used to create a list of qualified candidates to staff similar positions in Jasper National Park only.

Positions to be filled
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Important messages
🏆 The Parks Canada team is proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers (2026).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.
*** 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) as well as any Asset Qualifications.
Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the Education and Experience factors listed in the Essential Qualifications when responding to the questions in the on-line application. Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet these factors by providing concrete examples with significant details to explain WHEN, WHERE and HOW you meet each factor. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that these factors are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Resumes will be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described when responding to the questions in the on-line application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being screened out of the competition.
The asset qualifications are not essential to the job but would be an asset in carrying out the duties of the position. They may be used in screening, assessment or determining right fit for this selection process.
Persons who are unable to apply on-line must contact Jasper HR prior to the closing date.
The Parks Canada Agency is established as a separate employer in the Federal Public Service under the Financial Administration Act. Persons appointed to the Agency continue to be part of the Public Service. The Parks Canada Agency operates under its own human resources framework outside of the Public Service Employment Act and in line with values of fairness, competence and respect, and its operating principles.

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Reliability Status security clearance - All employees of the Federal Government are required to meet Reliability Status; details of the screening process and applications will be provided at the time of interviews.

• Possession and maintenance of a valid class 5 driver's license (Class L, N or other graduated licenses will not be accepted);
• Will be required to undergo and pass pre-placement and periodic medical checks;
• Possession and maintenance of a current Standard First Aid Certificate (minimum 40 hour course) and CPR certificate.

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Operational Requirements:
• Willing and able to wear a Parks Canada uniform and prescribed protective equipment;
• Willing and able to work and/or travel in varied terrain, weather conditions, isolated locations and by various means of transportation;
• Willing and able to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays and provincial/territorial holidays, when required;
• Willing and able to obtain certification in the operation of various forms of ground (e.g. all-terrain vehicles) and marine (motorized and non-motorized vessels) as required.

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EDUCATION:
Graduation with a degree from a recognized university with specialization in environmental and/or natural sciences (e.g. biology, ecology, geology) or other discipline relevant to the position.

EXPERIENCE:
• Leading a minimum of two or more phases of field research projects (e.g., study design, data analysis, reporting);
• Developing and managing databases to compile, integrate and document geospatial and observed data in the context of wildlife or ecosystem management
• Use of statistical and data management software to ensure integrity, storage, and effective use of disparate geospatial and observed data
• Preparing complex technical/scientific reports, manuscript drafts, protocols, presentations, and/or grant applications.

KNOWLEDGE: ● Of methods, procedures, and use of specialized scientific equipment for the purposes of scientific data / sample collection;
● of experimental design and statistical analyses;
● of relational and spatial database design and management, data life cycle management;
● of terrestrial/marine environment, vegetation and wildlife characteristics, as well as weather conditions specific to the Jasper National Park’s area.

ABILITIES:
• To conduct analysis, synthesize and manage spatial and non-spatial data using various automated software and applications;
• To determine data manipulation requirements in consultation and collaboration with internal and external scientists;
• To conduct and coordinate field work in active management and monitoring projects;
• To effectively prepare and present scientific reports and to communicate with a variety of audiences using a variety of techniques;
• To work effectively with external partners, researchers, and stakeholders;
• To plan, organize and set priorities.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
• Exercises sound judgement;
• Shares Parks Canada’s vision;
• Makes things happen;
• Communicates effectively;
• Takes responsibility.

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Applied / assessed at a later date

English essential

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ASSET EDUCATION:
Graduation from a post-graduate program from a recognized university with acceptable specialization in data analysis, conservation biology, ecological science, resource or wildlife management, or related environmental science relevant to the position.

ASSET EXPERIENCE:
• Working on science-based projects relating to conservation or natural resource management, ecosystem monitoring, and/or species at risk recovery;
• Collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing scientific information to support science-based advice for decision-making;
• Making recommendations regarding research project design;
• Completing multi-day wilderness trips by foot in mountainous terrain while conducting field work.

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