Student Summer Employment - Kouchibouguac National Park - Resource Conservation

About the position

Duties
Assists with field work in ecological monitoring, and with the prevention of human-wildlife conflicts for Parks Canada operations. Assists with the management of data collected as part of ecological monitoring programs. The person selected for the position will work at Kouchibouguac National Park, where they will help ecologists and technicians carry out research on ecology, as well as monitoring the wildlife, vegetation, and environment of the park.

Work environment
Kouchibouguac National Park extends over 238-square-kilometres of Maritime Plain Natural Region along New Brunswick’s scenic Acadian Coast. This mosaic of salt marshes, peat bogs, freshwater systems, Wabanaki-Acadian forest and sandy beaches has long captivated guests, one generation to the next.

Hundreds of species of birds, dozens of mammals as well as amphibians, reptiles, rare plants and a wide variety of sea life inhabit this park, and the landscape welcomes exploration via its network of gentle hiking and cycling trails. Offshore, shifting sand dunes harbour the endangered piping plover and a colony of grey seals swim in the sea. Stargazing takes a unique perspective in this coastal Dark Sky Preserve. Kellys Beach is one of the region’s most popular summertime destinations. And in winter, the snowy side of Kouchibouguac invites soft adventure with cross-country trails and cozy warm-up huts.

Intent of the process
The intent of this process is to hire students for the summer 2027.
The exact number of opportunities available is to be determined.

Important messages
Work location: Kouchibouguac National Park

Applications will only be accepted through the Public Service Resourcing System.
Please do not send applications directly to [email protected]. Please note: Housing is not provided.
Students will be required to cover all travel expenses to and from the location of work.

Conditions of employment

- Reliability Status security clearance;
- Parks Canada prohibits smoking or vaping in the workplace.

Operational Requirements

- Willingness to work irregular hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays and provincial/ territorial holidays;
- Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform and prescribed protective equipment when required;
- Willingness to work and/or travel in varied terrain and weather conditions by various means of transportation (Motorized boat and ATV as passenger only);
- Possession of a valid Driver's license;
- Possession of a valid First Aid and CPR certification;
- Perform certain physical tasks as per the job requirements (e.g. lifting minimum of 20 lbs / 10 kgs).

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

EDUCATION:

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution and have completed at least one year of studies working towards a degree with specialization in environmental and/or natural sciences or other program related to the position.

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EXPERIENCE:

- Experience working with the public;
- Experience working in a team environment;
- Experience gathering and entering field data;
- Experience working in the field.

Applied / assessed at a later date

KNOWLEDGE:

- Parks Canada, its objectives and mandate.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date

English or French

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You may need (asset qualifications)

May be applied / assessed at a later date

ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

- Ability to work collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals;
- Ability to work independently;
- Ability to deal with challenging situations and issues proactively and persistently.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

- Dependability;
- Exercises sound judgment;
- Strives for excellence.

Our commitment

We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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Equity, diversity and inclusion

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.

How to apply

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Information you must provide

• Your résumé
• A cover letter - Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter how they meet the Education and Experience criteria listed in the Statement of Qualifications (see above). Applicants must list both of these factors in their cover letter, and then write one or two paragraphs for each demonstrating how they meet these factors by providing concrete examples. Please note that it is not sufficient to only state that these factors are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Resumes will be used as a secondary source to validate the experience described in the cover letter. You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Hiring organization contact

Name: New Brunswick Field Unit - Human Resources
Email address: [email protected]

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