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Description

Job Description: The AIS Technician will assist in outreach, education, and monitoring initiatives designed to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. This position requires outdoor work at boat launches and water access points, where the technician will engage with the public, gather data, conduct Clean, Drain, and Dry demonstrations, and support the Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment in its AIS inspections and decontaminations.
Travel Required: Travel is required to area lakes (Nickle Lake, Rafferty Reservoir, Boundary Dam, Grant Devine Reservoir, Whitebear and Kenosee)
Education
    Interest in natural resources management, or a related field.
    You must be prepared to attend MOE training in invasive species identification, Clean Drain Dry Demonstrations and environmental monitoring.
License
    Valid driver's license and criminal background check are required. Due to the travel required, you will need a reliable vehicle.
Key Responsibilities
    Conduct Clean, Drain and Dry demonstrations at public boat launches.
    Educate boaters, anglers, and the public on AIS prevention practices.
    Collect and report inspection data.
    Monitor and sample local water bodies for invasive species.
    Assist with community outreach events, school visits, and awareness campaigns.
    Operate and maintain AIS equipment.
    Maintain daily activity logs and contribute to periodic reports.
Knowledge and Abilities
    Strong communication and interpersonal skills:
    Commitment to environmental stewardship:
    Reliability and attention to detail:
o    Willing to work early mornings, and most weekends through the spring and summer months.
o    Comfortable working independently outdoors in various weather conditions.