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As an Intermediate Wildlife Biologist, you’ll be responsible for delivering high-quality field data collection and supporting a variety of survey types, including nest sweeps, wildlife sweeps, amphibian capture and relocation, and species at risk assessments.
You’ll work closely with project managers and senior biologists to plan and execute fieldwork, contribute to data quality and reporting, and help ensure compliance with regulatory and client requirements. This position is ideal for a hands-on field biologist who thrives in dynamic environments, maintains a strong safety mindset, and communicates effectively with both team members and clients.
The compensation range for this role is $32-$42, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.
To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:
Field Program Implementation Conduct and support a variety of wildlife field activities, including:
Nest sweeps and wildlife sweeps - identify species-at-risk sign, habitat features, and mitigation needs
Amphibian capture and relocation
Species at risk surveys and habitat assessments
Breeding bird surveys (e.g., songbirds, raptors, owls, grouse)
Deployment and servicing of wildlife monitoring equipment (e.g., acoustic recorders, cameras)
Assist with daily field planning and execution in alignment with project requirements and timelines
Support or lead small field crews as needed in accordance with standard operating procedures
Pre-Field Planning & Logistics
Prepare safety plans, maps, access routes, and equipment lists; confirm permits and access approvals
Coordinate field logistics such as travel, accommodations, and equipment readiness
Technical Execution & Data Quality
Reporting & Communications
Provide clear and timely updates to team members, project managers, clients and/or regulators
Contribute to technical reports, including writing sections, preparing figures, and compiling appendices
HSE Leadership
Participate in hazard assessments, tailgate meetings, and incident reporting
Exercise stop work authority when required and contribute to a strong safety culture
Collaboration
Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams (e.g., vegetation, wetlands, aquatics, environmental construction support)
These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.
Education: B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree(s) in Biology, Ecology, or Environmental Science
Experience: 4–7+ years of relevant wildlife experience.
Technical Skills:
Proven experience with breeding bird surveys, nest sweeps and wildlife sweeps
Strong identification skills for key wildlife features for birds and other wildlife
Experience with sharp-tailed grouse, owl, amphibian capture and relocation is an asset
Proficiency with GPS/GIS enabled data collection and digital field forms
Strong safety mindset; Valid Class 5 driver’s licence. Comfortable with ATVs/UTVs, light truck operation; helicopter experience is an asset
Eligible for or registered as P.Biol. (ASPB) is an asset
The physical and environmental requirements below reflect what’s typically needed to perform the essential functions of this role safely and effectively. We may provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law, to support performance of the essential functions.
Sitting, standing, and walking
Lifting 50 pounds several times a day
Overhead lifting of over 20 pounds
Often works outdoors and may be exposed to hot and cold environments and extreme weather conditions, including sunlit, rainy and windy conditions
Full-time with approximately 80% field / 20% office (reporting, data review, planning).
Able to work 12‑hour shifts in remote conditions.
Travel to project sites, including remote locations, will be required
Work schedules will vary based on project needs but do not follow a fixed rotation
Overtime will be required and is compensated per applicable policy.
In keeping with our Health & Safety Policy, individuals in safety sensitive positions are subject to pre-employment, pre-access (and in some client cases, random) alcohol & drug testing as well as drivers abstract reviews.
Onterris provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities; including accommodation that considers an applicant’s accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to work with Human Resources directly.
This posting reflects a current vacancy that the company is actively seeking to fill.
Please note, we are not accepting third party agency applicants at this time.
Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com .
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.
