Posted Oct 2, 2025Biologist-Project Supervisor

Full-time

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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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Natural Resources Sector

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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:

  • Design and implement fisheries-related projects, and other biological programs, as required.

  • Oversee the collection of biological samples and monitoring data.

  • Oversee data entry, QA/QC, database management.

  •  Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior staff.

  • Analyze data, prepare technical reports and peer-reviewed publications.

  • Develop proposals and project budgets, oversee and manage projects.

  • Represent Bridge River at technical meetings, conferences, and workshops, as required.

  • Engage with federal and provincial natural resources management agencies on permitting, project coordination and implementation, as required.

  • Provide technical support to First Nations partners.

  • Complete timesheets, expense reports, tracks billable hours by project.

Required Qualifications and Certificates:

  • RP BIO Certification.

  •  M.Sc. in biology (ecology) or fisheries/wildlife science.

  • 10 years of experience in an ecology- or natural resources management-related field, with at least 5 years of fisheries-related project management experience.

  • Field experience with Water Quality equipment, Sonar, Telemetry and Resistivity monitoring and data management.

  • Proficiency in MS Office, statistical analysis, and with other specialized software, e.g., R, JMP, Sigmaplot, GIS.

  • Pacific Salmon ecology.

  •  Electrofishing certification.

  • Swift Water rescue certification.

  • WorkSafeBC – Level 1 First Aid and Transportation Endorsement.

  • Valid driver’s license.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of Xwísten’s values and culture.

  • 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.

  • Demonstrates written and oral communications skills including exceptional presentation and public speaking.

  • Ability to use information technologies (computers, mobile devices, etc.) including familiarity with presentation development tools, education programs and social media applications.

  • Physically able to perform the duties of the position, punctual, organized, and dependable.

  • Able to work independently and as part of a team.

  • Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.

  • Good physical condition to do field work.

  • Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.

  •  Willingness to live and work in a remote community full time.

  • Willingness to work extended hours.

Salary: $75,000 to 80,000
Closing Deadline: Open until filled
Fax Cover Letter with references and Resume to:
Gary Forsyth, Band Administrator
Fax: 250-256-7999
While we welcome all candidates, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

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