Posted Oct 2, 2025Biologist-Project Supervisor
Full-time
BIOLOGIST – PROJECT SUPERVISOR
The Biologist is responsible to work on all programs within the department which represents a wide variety of initiatives and projects that include planning and the operational management of natural resources such as water, fish, and wildlife with the goal of ensuring long-term sustainability throughout Xwísten’s territory.
Salary: $75,000 to 80,000
Details
Business: Bridge River Indian Band
Phone: 250-256-7423
Address: Po Box 190, Lillooet BC, V0K 1V0
Website: http://xwisten.ca/
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BIOLOGIST – PROJECT SUPERVISOR
Full-time
The Biologist is responsible to work on all programs within the department which represents a wide variety of initiatives and projects that include planning and the operational management of natural resources such as water, fish, and wildlife with the goal of ensuring long-term sustainability throughout Xwísten’s territory.
Biologist position will develop new projects/research initiatives through grant writing and the development of collaborations/partnerships with federal and provincial agencies, First Nations, and academia.
Responsibilities and Experience:
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Design and implement fisheries-related projects, and other biological programs, as required.
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Oversee the collection of biological samples and monitoring data.
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Oversee data entry, QA/QC, database management.
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Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior staff.
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Analyze data, prepare technical reports and peer-reviewed publications.
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Develop proposals and project budgets, oversee and manage projects.
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Represent Bridge River at technical meetings, conferences, and workshops, as required.
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Engage with federal and provincial natural resources management agencies on permitting, project coordination and implementation, as required.
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Provide technical support to First Nations partners.
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Complete timesheets, expense reports, tracks billable hours by project.
Required Qualifications and Certificates:
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RP BIO Certification.
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M.Sc. in biology (ecology) or fisheries/wildlife science.
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10 years of experience in an ecology- or natural resources management-related field, with at least 5 years of fisheries-related project management experience.
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Field experience with Water Quality equipment, Sonar, Telemetry and Resistivity monitoring and data management.
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Proficiency in MS Office, statistical analysis, and with other specialized software, e.g., R, JMP, Sigmaplot, GIS.
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Pacific Salmon ecology.
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Electrofishing certification.
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Swift Water rescue certification.
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WorkSafeBC – Level 1 First Aid and Transportation Endorsement.
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Valid driver’s license.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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Knowledge of Xwísten’s values and culture.
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Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal skills and demonstrates ability to deal tactfully with elected officials, co-workers, community representatives and Xwísten’s members on various matters, including those of a sensitive nature.
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Demonstrates written and oral communications skills including exceptional presentation and public speaking.
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Ability to use information technologies (computers, mobile devices, etc.) including familiarity with presentation development tools, education programs and social media applications.
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Physically able to perform the duties of the position, punctual, organized, and dependable.
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Able to work independently and as part of a team.
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Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
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Good physical condition to do field work.
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Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
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Willingness to live and work in a remote community full time.
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Willingness to work extended hours.