Natural Resource Technician / Guardian Watchman

Job Overview

Haisla Nation is seeking out two full-time Seasonal Natural Resource Technicians/ Guardian Watchman; they will be reporting to the Department Manager. The Natural Resource Technician/Guardian Watchman plays a crucial role in the stewardship of the Haisla territory. The Technician/Guardian acts as an ambassador for the Haisla Nation territory, interacting with visitors and resource users to monitor the human impacts of land and resource use, collecting environmental and land use data to monitor environmental changes on health of ecological cultural values. The Technician/Guardian reports violations of Haisla Nation and government policies and regulations. The Guardian applies Indigenous knowledge to natural and cultural resource management and holds a prominent role in implementing land-based cultural revitalization initiatives and contributes to programs including land use planning and resource management.

DUTIES:

• Conduct fisheries research and environmental monitoring within Haisla territorial lands & waters.
• Operate HNC field equipment, including vessels and machinery in a safe & responsible manner,
• Responsibly uphold and support Haisla Nation natural resource-related strategies and initiatives,
• Maintain current journal entries on field activities, field observations and equipment repairs.
• Assist with Haisla Fisheries, Stewardship, Marine Conservation, Lands, Environment & Harbour projects.
• Adhere to current DFO, Coast Guard, Haisla Nation and WCB regulations.
• To follow the HN personnel policy and manual.
• Other duties as identified by HNR Managers (Office or Field),
• Complete projects listed in annual Government and ENGO agreements and/or contracts such as: 

Salmon, eulachon, and shellfish surveys, fish habitat assessments and watershed restoration, hatchery projects, environmental research, catch monitoring, water quality and biotoxin sampling, Haisla Community-oriented food fisheries and youth and cultural programs, Wa’wais cabin repairs and Marine Conservancy maintenance, trail maintenance and development, and forestry assessments. Participate in staff and community meetings or consultations, marine use planning, natural resource related events, training, marine response and other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License
• Grade 12 with two years related experience (post-secondary education preferred).
• Familiarity with identification of salmonids in all life stages.
• Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP), MED-A2/3 & RROC-M certificates or better. 
• Experience maintaining and operating marine engines, marine radios and GPS systems.
• Experience operating jet boats, inboard/outboard powered boats, and/or fishing vessels. 
• Ability and willingness to work long hours, overtime and weekends (if required) in remote wilderness locations and in extreme weather and sea conditions.
• Ability to uphold and maintain scientific standards for environmental field projects.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain personal records of field activities and observations. 
• Carpentry, fishing, and/or outdoor skills are assets
• Willing and able to pass a criminal record check.
• Swiftwater Rescue Certificate required (will train).

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.