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Intermediate Fisheries Specialist

Company	Basin Environmental
Location	Sherwood Park or Calgary
Published	Jan 06, 2026
Closing	Feb 06, 2026
Category	Job Board
Attachment	Int_FisheriesSpecialist_JobPosting.pdf

We are looking to hire a biologist or technician to join our team as an Intermediate Fisheries Specialist. This position will be a full-time position; however, short-term contracts may be available if warranted.
This position offers an interesting variety of field and office work on a diversified range of projects. Individuals will be able to specialize in their areas of expertise in addition to gaining a diversity of work
experience. Candidates must have the ability to work in a dynamic environment that requires flexibility and teamwork. The position is based in Edmonton or Calgary, and requires working in remote locations in Alberta, BC, and Saskatchewan.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Leading field crews in fisheries habitat and inventory studies,
as well as participating with wildlife surveys, where needed.
• Developing mitigation and management plans.
• Environmental construction monitoring during instream work
activities.
• Liaising with on-site client representatives and contractors.
• Writing technical data reports and preparing regulatory
applications.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Post-secondary education in Natural Resource Management,
Environmental Sciences or Biology. Experienced individuals
possessing a technical diploma related to Biology or Fish and
Wildlife Management will be considered.
• A professional designation is not required but considered an
asset. A CISEC designation would also be an asset.
• A minimum 3 years of experience.
• Candidates will have demonstrated experience in the field
including specific tasks such as fish habitat inventories,
electrofishing, and water quality/construction monitoring.
• The ideal candidate will possess a working knowledge of
fisheries equipment, watercraft and OHV operation as well as
navigation in remote areas.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A valid driver’s licence and clean driving record is required.
• Candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to
work in all weather conditions.

MANDATORY CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED
-First Aid with CPR
-H2S
-Electrofishing
-OHV

TO APPLY:
Please email your cover letter and resume to
[email protected] &
[email protected].
Only individuals selected for
interviews will be contacted.

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