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Wildlife Research Technician

Ministry of Natural Resources -
Peterborough, ON

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Job details

Temporary | Contract | Fixed term contract
$25.78–$28.72 an hour
14 days ago

Qualifications

Bilingual
French
Computer operation
Word processing
Laboratory experience
English
Databases
Data entry
Data collection
Communication skills
Driving Licence
GIS

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Apply By: Wednesday, June 3, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Wildlife Research Technician

Job ID:

244662

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ministry of Natural Resources

Division:

Science and Research Branch

City:

Peterborough

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

1 Temporary assignment/contract for up to 10 months, with the possibility of extension

Job code:

41102 - Resource Technician 2

Salary:

$25.78 - $28.72 Per hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Are you a driven, collaborative individual with a keen interest in wildlife health? If so, don't miss this opportunity to be a part of a dynamic and professional science team at the Ministry of Natural Resources. You'll play a key role in protecting Ontario's wildlife and enhancing public safety—while working alongside team members who share your passion and commitment.

The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to being an employer of first choice, creating a positive and inclusive work environment.

We offer:

a defined benefit pension plan
comprehensive health plan
life and disability insurance
collegial and professional work culture
career growth and development opportunities across multiple business areas
on-the-job training to support your success in the role

About the job

In this role, you will carry out a variety of technical duties associated with the delivery of wildlife research and monitoring programs.

You will:

provide technical expertise to support the delivery of both lab and field programs;
purchase, inventory, and maintain specialized lab and field equipment;
ensure safe operations of lab and field personnel, equipment, and vehicles;
prepare reports, accurately collect and enter data, and conduct preliminary data summaries;
communicate effectively orally and in writing with team members, partners and the public.

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

You must have a valid class 'G' driver's licence or equivalent, as recognized by the Province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that s/he has a valid driver's licence upon being hired.
You are willing to be vaccinated for rabies.
You are capable of working in inclement weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, cold).
You are capable of working in low altitude aircraft (twin otter, beaver, helicopter).
You can be available to travel during research projects throughout the province of Ontario.

Scientific expertise:

You have working knowledge of wildlife research and monitoring techniques and principles to plan, organize and implement lab and field projects.
You have knowledge of wildlife disease, management and control techniques.
You have working knowledge of mammalian anatomy to perform necropsies and collect biological samples both in the field and in the lab.

Technical knowledge and skills:

You have expertise and ability to conduct lab and field work including use of live traps, microscopes, and other equipment to collect data and process biological samples.
You have the ability to maintain equipment; follow and contribute to the development of standard operating procedures and protocols.
You have experience with proper data collection and management techniques to ensure data is collected accurately and securely on data sheets or electronic devices (i.e. data loggers, trail cameras, GPS).
You have working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable workplace regulations.

Communication and interpersonal skills:

You have the ability to communicate effectively with tact and diplomacy, to train staff, present results, and prepare reports.
You have well developed interpersonal skills to develop and maintain strong relationships and communication with other staff, partner agencies and the public.
You have the demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision, as a team member and as a leader (as required) and provide daily supervision/coaching to staff.

Computer skills:

You have demonstrated experience working with computer software used in word processing, data entry and management and preliminary data summary.
You have experience using computer software to work with spreadsheets and databases.
You have a working knowledge of GIS, GPS and mobile/electronic data collection technology to plan, map and report on field and lab programs.

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
accessibility
Anti-Racism Policy

Additional information:

Apply by:

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Position details:

1 English Temporary, duration up to 10 months, 2140 East Bank Dr, Peterborough, East Region

Compensation group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Work hours:

Schedule 4.7

Category:

Science

Posted on:

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

How to apply:

You must apply online.

Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.

Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.

Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.

OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.

If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.

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Mandatory requirements

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Computer skills:

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