Fisheries Assessment Technician

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  • CompanyChippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation
  • Job TypeEnvironmental
  • Job TypeFull Time, Permanent Employment
  • Education / CredentialsGrade 12 minimum or Equivalent
  • ResumeRequired
  • Cover LetterRequired
  • Application Deadline06/27/2025

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Job Description

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Fisheries Assessment Technician

Program/Dept:                       Fisheries Harvest and Assessment

Reports To:                            Program Coordinator

Type of Employment:           Full-time Permanent

Wage:                                     ($22.66 – $28.18)

Hours of Work:                      30 hrs/week

Closing Date:                         Friday, June 27, 2025, 4:00 pm EST

Work within a team setting, in the field, (stationary and/or mobile Assessment facilities) collecting harvest, effort and biological data and samples from the Saugeen Ojibway commercial harvest as well as responsibilities in the Chippewas of Nawash Calcified Growth Structure Analysis Facility.

Experience and Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Grade 12 minimum or Equivalent
  • Must have valid class G2 Driver’s licence with a clean driving record
  • Recent Acceptable Criminal Record Check

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Must be able to demonstrate some computer skills
  • Must be able to demonstrate written and verbal communication skills
  • Must have a strong interest in biology
  • Must be willing to take additional training as required
  • Must display excellent organizational abilities
  • Must be able to work with minimum of supervision
  • Must function well in meeting deadlines
  • Must maintain confidentiality as defined in Policies and Procedures
  • Must demonstrate biological and or technical skills
  • Must demonstrate strong interpersonal and communications skills
  • Must demonstrate problem solving capabilities
  • Must possess a high level of knowledge of First Nation Fisheries
  • Must provide own safety shoes to be worn as required by Health and Safety Policy

Current knowledge of the Chippewas of Nawash Fisheries and of fishing techniques. Strong knowledge of biological and ecological assessment and familiarity with fisheries assessment

How to Apply

How to Apply

Submit cover letter and resume addressing qualifications outlined

Drop off or mail to:  Administration Office, Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation, 135 Lakeshore Blvd. Neyaashiinigmiing, Ontario, N0H 2T0.  Identify position applied for on outside of the envelope.  Fax:  519.534.2130  E-mail: [email protected]  For more information or to obtain a copy of the job description, please visit our website https://www.nawash.ca/employment-opportunities/ or by call the Band Office at 519.534.1689

·       All applications are appreciated, however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.  We strive to provide current CNUFN Employees and CNUFN Band Members with correspondence in regards to the status of their application/candidacy

·       Preference will be given to CNUFN Band Members and those of Aboriginal decent who identify at time of application

·       While COVID-19 vaccinations are not currently mandatory, they are encouraged for the safety of all employees, clients and community as a whole; a policy is in place, and accommodations are provided for those unvaccinated

·       Due to the nature of positions, a recent acceptable Criminal Record and or Vulnerable Sector Check may be requested and paid by the Employer