January 23, 2012

Development Technician (contract position)

Key Responsibilities:

1. Evaluate permit applications with regard to the effect of the proposed works on natural hazards and fish habitat as per CRCA policies and procedures and other applicable legislation
2. Inspect sites for which permit applications are received
3. Work with applicants, municipalities, and contractors to achieve environmentally sound development
4. Handle inquiries regarding the regulation and permit requirements, conduct compliance inspections and maintain files.

Requirements for the position include:

1. A diploma in environmental science, civil engineering or a related discipline
2. Knowledge of natural hazards (e.g., flooding, erosion, slope failure), stream and wetland function, fisheries, channel flow and hydraulics, construction practices, and erosion control measures
3. Knowledge of the Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses regulation and other applicable legislation (e.g., Planning Act, Building Code Act, Federal Fisheries Act)
4. Minimum 1 year relevant work experience
5. Strong analytical, organizational and communication abilities
6. Interest and ability to work independently and safely within a team environment
7. Competency with computer-based mapping and interpretation of air photos
8. Familiarity with Microsoft Office
9. The ability to inspect locations with rough terrain and in inclement weather and
10. A valid Ontario driver's license.

Salary:  $41,809 - $55,745 per year (to be prorated to 8 month period).

Term:  Eight month contract position ending October 31, 2012 (35 hour work week).

Please forward your letter of application and résumé by 4:30 pm on Friday, February 3, 2012 to:

Andrew Schmidt, Interim Watershed Management Coordinator
Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority
1641 Perth Road P.O. Box 160
Glenburnie ON   KOH 1SO
Fax: (613) 547-6474
Email: mailbox@cataraquiregion.on.ca

Please put the job title in the subject line of your e-mail.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. However, only those applicants that are considered for an interview will be contacted.

Nature Explorers Camp Instructor (2 positions)

Job Requirements
- Must have current first-aid and (Child and Adult) C.P.R. certification
- Current NLS Lifeguarding Certification considered an asset
- Must have experience working with children
- Must have a basic knowledge and interest in nature and the outdoors
- Must be interested in developing nature based programs
- Must produce a current and clear Criminal Record Check, upon request
- Must produce a current driver’s abstract for insurance purposes, upon request
- Must have transportation to and from Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area

Job Tasks and Responsibilities
- Assist with development, preparation, organization and planning of daily camp program
- Responsible for the care and safety of day camp participants during daily camp games, nature based lessons/activities, lunch/snack times and during field trips to Gould Lake
- Responsible for taking part in one week of staff training and contributing to lesson plans and activities
- Attending the weekly staff meeting
- Taking part in before or after-care
- If NLS certified, will assist with lifeguarding at Gould Lake two days per week

Application procedure
Submit a cover letter and resume via email, fax or regular mail attention to:

Stana Luxford Oddie, Education Officer
Phone: (613) 546-4228 ext. 251 
Fax:  (613) 542-8592
Email: educate@cataraquiregion.on.ca

Please put the job title in the subject line of your e-mail.

Deadline for applications:  Thursday, February 16, 2012

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. However, only those applicants that are considered for an interview will be contacted by phone or e-mail.

Nature Explorers Camp Lifeguard/Instructor (1 position)

Job Requirements
- current first-aid and (Child and Adult) C.P.R. certification
- current NLS Lifeguarding Certification
- experience working with children
- a basic knowledge and interest in nature and the outdoors
- interested in developing nature based programs
- produce a current and clear Criminal Record Check, upon request
- produce a current driver’s abstract for insurance purposes, upon request
- have transportation to and from Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area

Job Tasks and Responsibilities
- lifeguarding at Gould Lake two days per week
- swim rules and training aspects of the swimming during the training
- the care and safety of day camp participants during daily camp games, nature based lessons and activities, lunch and snack times and during the two field trips to Gould Lake
- taking part in one week of staff training and contributing to lesson plans and activities
- attending the weekly staff meeting
- taking part in before or after-care
- assisting with development, preparation, organization and planning of daily camp program

Application procedure
Submit a cover letter and resume via email, fax or regular mail to:

Stana Luxford Oddie, Education Officer
Phone: (613) 546-4228 ext. 251 
Fax:  (613) 542-8592
E-mail: educate@cataraquiregion.on.ca

Please put the job title in the subject line of your e-mail.

Deadline for applications:  Thursday, February 16, 2012

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. However, only those applicants that are considered for an interview will be contacted by phone or e-mail.

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