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Manitoba IBA is hiring for two positions this summer. We are looking for a Grassland Bird Monitoring Technician, as well as a Species at Risk Assistant for the 2021 field season. Please continue reading for both job descriptions.

Grassland Bird Monitoring Technician

The Manitoba Important Bird Areas (IBA) Program is hiring a Grassland Bird Monitoring Technician. Communication will be necessary with staff in Winnipeg, but this job can be based anywhere in Manitoba. It includes a significant period of travel in southwestern Manitoba. Salary is $3,000- $3,300 CDN per month (based on experience) plus reimbursement for travel costs. Contract length is flexible at around 12 weeks. For more information on the Manitoba IBA Areas program, visit: http://importantbirdareasmb.ca

Responsibilities

  • Work with the IBA Program Coordinator and other partner organizations to plan field season in southwestern Manitoba;
  • Conduct grassland breeding bird surveys on private pastureland in southwestern Manitoba;
  • Liaise with grassland landowners to arrange surveys and provide outreach on grassland birds in southwestern Manitoba;
  • Multi-night travel to southwestern Manitoba during the breeding bird season;
  • Data management, data entry and basic statistical analysis for results of grassland bird surveys;
  • Writing personalized report for each participating landowner and final season-end report to Manitoba IBA and project funders;
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • A minimum of an undergraduate degree in biology, conservation or environmental science degree / diploma program;
  • Strong knowledge and ability to identify Manitoba grassland birds by sight and sound;
  • Previous experience conducting point counts and/ or surveying birds using other sampling methods;
  • Ability to plan and work independently as well as collaborate remotely as part of a team;
  • Comfortable and experienced in working safely in remote environments and around cattle;
  • Experience with and knowledge of Microsoft office, GPS, and navigation using legal land maps;
  • Organized with a strong attention to detail;
  • Previous experience in environmental education and outreach is a strong asset;
  • Valid Driver’s License.

Start Date:

May 2021

Interested in applying?

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the position:

  • Living in Manitoba;
  • Legally entitled to work in Canada.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should forward their resume and short 1 page cover letter as 1 PDF file by email to the IBA Coordinator at iba@naturemanitoba.ca (Subject line: Grassland Bird Monitoring Technician) by March 29, 2021.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Avian Species at Risk Assistant

The Manitoba Important Bird Area (IBA) Program is hiring an Avian Species at Risk Assistant. This position is based out of Winnipeg and includes travel to various IBAs in southern and central Manitoba. This position will include some weekend work. The position is a 500-hour full-time contract at $13/ hr – start date May 2021.

For more information on the Manitoba IBA program, visit: http://importantbirdareasmb.ca.

Responsibilities

Working closely with the IBA Coordinator, the responsibilities of the Avian Species at Risk Assistant are to:

  • monitor populations of threatened birds in Manitoba’s IBAs;
  • assist with organising events and activities for the Manitoba IBA Program, such as bird blitzes;
  • provide outreach to landowners with the federally threatened Red-headed Woodpecker, Eastern Whip-poor-will and various shorebird species at risk;
  • research and develop educational materials for landowners and the general public to promote education of species at risk;
  • represent the IBA Program at meetings, local events and festivals in southern and central Manitoba;
  • assist with Manitoba IBA blog site and social media;
  • assist with volunteer and partner communications via email and phone;
  • other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • A minimum of 2 years of post-secondary education in biology, conservation or environmental science degree / diploma program;
  • A keen interest in, knowledge of and ability to identify birds in Manitoba;
  • Previous experience in environmental education and outreach is a strong asset;
  • Experience with & knowledge of WordPress, Facebook and the Microsoft Office suite;
  • Exceptional written and interpersonal communication skills;
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
  • Ability to work well as a team and independently;
  • Valid Drivers license is required.

Interested in applying?

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the position:

  • Living in Manitoba; and
  • Legally entitled to work in Canada.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should forward their resume and short 1 page cover letter as 1 PDF file by email to the IBA Coordinator at iba@naturemanitoba.ca (Subject line: Avian Species at Risk Assistant) by March 29th, 2021.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.