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Wetland Specialist

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

We are looking to hire an individual as a Wetland Specialist. This position will be a full-time position; however, we would be willing to entertain other arrangements, such as short-term contracts if we found the right individual. This position offers an interesting variety of office and field work on a diversified range of projects that include biophysical inventories, environmental assessments, and monitoring of environmental impacts during construction. Although the position will be based in Sherwood Park/Calgary, travel throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia is anticipated. This position will provide a mix of both office and field work.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Planning, coordination, and leading the collection of
biophysical data with a focus on vegetation, wetland
assessments, and ecosite classification.
• Complete fieldwork related to Wetland Assessment and
Impact Reports (WAIR).
• Complete fieldwork related to Wetland Assessment and
Impact Forms (WAIF).
• Perform fieldwork using the ABWRET-A Tool and desktop
assessments for ABWRET-D
• Technical advisory role related to wetland assessment,
delineation and classification.
• Develop, review and provide sign-off on regulatory
applications filed under the Alberta Wetland Policy.
• Provide mentorship for junior staff.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Post-secondary education in natural resource management,
environmental sciences or Biology (Minimum B.Sc. level)
• Designation as a Professional Biologist (P.Biol.) in Alberta or
eligible for designation.
• Minimum 5 to 8 years of experience in environmental
consulting preferred.
• Eligible to sign-off as an Authenticating Wetland Specialist on
Wetland regulatory documents in Alberta.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A valid driver’s licence and clean driving record is required.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to
work in all weather conditions.

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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