Terrestrial Ecologist conducting field investigations, natural heritage assessments, and technical reporting for LGL Limited’s Ontario environmental consulting projects.
Responsibilities
Plan and conduct terrestrial ecology field investigations focused on vegetation, plant communities, wetlands, wildlife, wildlife habitat and Species at Risk
Complete vegetation community classification, mapping and botanical inventories using Ontario’s Ecological Land Classification system
Conduct and support wetland identification, delineation, functional assessment and evaluation
Complete natural heritage background reviews, screening and impact assessments
Develop avoidance, mitigation, restoration, compensation, habitat enhancement and monitoring measures
Interpret field data, mapping, aerial imagery, GIS information, engineering drawings and design plans
Prepare natural heritage and terrestrial ecology reports, existing conditions assessments, impact assessments, technical memoranda and environmental assessment documentation
Provide ecological input to project design
Collaborate with planners, engineers, arborists, aquatic ecologists, clients, project teams and regulatory agencies
Support environmental permitting, approvals and consultation
Provide terrestrial ecology support during construction, including environmental inspections, mitigation monitoring, Species at Risk habitat protection and restoration monitoring
Coordinate field programs and provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff
Requirements
A university degree in botany, plant ecology, ecology, biology, environmental science, natural resource management or a related discipline
A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in terrestrial ecology, natural heritage assessment or environmental consulting
Strong professional experience in botanical inventories, vegetation community assessment and identification of Ontario vascular plants
Experience applying Ontario’s ELC system, vegetation community mapping, wetland identification, delineation and functional assessment
Experience conducting multidisciplinary terrestrial field programs, including wildlife, wildlife habitat and SAR assessments
Experience completing natural heritage impact assessments and preparing technical reports or environmental assessment documentation
Experience working on Ontario projects subject to provincial and municipal natural heritage policies and regulatory requirements
Strong knowledge of plant ecology, vegetation communities, wetlands and terrestrial ecosystem function
Broad wildlife identification and survey skills, including wildlife habitat and SAR identification
Working knowledge of significant wildlife habitat, natural heritage features and relevant environmental legislation, policies, standards, guidance and regulatory requirements in Ontario
Experience with GPS/mobile data collection and GIS-based field mapping
Ability and willingness to undertake fieldwork in variable terrain, weather and seasonal conditions
Formal ELC training is strongly preferred
OWES training or certification is considered a strong asset
Professional designation such as P.Biol., R.P.Bio. or equivalent is considered an asset
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