Conservation Land Negotiator

Position Details: Full-time, Permanent, Existing Vacancy
Salary Range: starting at $54,300 (based on a 35-hour work week and commensurate with individual education and experience, as it relates to the position).
Location: Yorkton, SK (hybrid)
Closing Deadline: November 30, 2026 (11:59PM EST)

Who We Are

Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC), one of the nation’s leading conservation organizations, is a passionate community of people who believe that nature is the foundation of strong communities, a prosperous economy and a sustainable future that supports the hopes and dreams of the next generation. Together, we conserve and restore some of the most valuable and threatened landscapes on the planet.

What You Will Do

As a member of the Prairie Securement team, you will be responsible for the planning, development, delivery and negotiation of habitat programs which benefit waterfowl and other wildlife. Working with landowners and producers, key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Generating landowner interest in DUC programs via cold calling, targeted communications, attending rural municipality meetings and building relationships in your target area.
• Stewarding relationships and work closely with private landowners, agribusiness, wildlife communities and government organizations.
• Working closely with DUC colleagues to share information and promote all aspects of DUC’s business.
• Managing numerous ongoing project negotiations and being able to effectively track deadlines and monitor progress.
• Assessing land’s waterfowl and wildlife value based on satellite imagery and onsite inspections, including basic GIS logging, identifying wetland types, vegetation species, and rangeland health.
• Keeping up to date logs of interactions with landowners and potential clients and develop detailed project proposal packages. See clients through signing agreements and finalizing projects.

Requirements

• Three years of directly related experience and knowledge in waterfowl ecology, Saskatchewan agriculture and landowner negotiations.
• A post-secondary diploma in Wildlife Management, Biology, Ecology Environmental Science, Agriculture, Land Management or related discipline; relevant work experience may also be considered
• Knowledge of waterfowl and other animal and plant biology.
• Knowledge of working farms and practices, annual crop and forage/grazing production systems.
• Excellent organization, interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong computer and analytical skills
• Comfortable working alone in rural settings under minimal supervision.
• Experience in planning and project management.
• Experience with various outdoor equipment including GPS, ATV’s, boats etc.
• Previous sales or cold-calling experience would be an asset.
• Knowledge of sustainable resource management would also be an asset.

What We Offer

• 3 weeks’ vacation with paid personal days and sick days
• Comprehensive compensation & benefits package
• Office or hybrid work arrangement

How to Apply

Working for DUC is a career highlight for many staff. Let us know if making a difference is important to you.

If you are qualified and interested in this opportunity, please visit our online career center to submit your application for confidential consideration.

Ducks Unlimited Canada is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. If you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please email us at [email protected]. All requests for accommodation will be handled in a confidential manner.

While DUC would like to thank all applicants, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.