Fisheries Office Assistant
- Alert Bay, BC, Canada
Salary: $25.21 - $29.32/hour · Full-time
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- Salary: $25.21 - $29.32/hour
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Full Time | Alert Bay
Position Title: Fisheries Office Assistant
Salary: $25.21 - $29.32/hour
Reports to : Aquatic Resources Manager, Natural Resources Department
Posting closes: Until filled
About The Role
To assist the Aquatic Resources Manager in the coordination, administration and monitoring of 'Namgis aquatic activities, as well as assisting with resources planning activities to ensure sustainable marine and freshwater resource use and habitats within and adjacent to 'Namgis territory.
Key Responsibilities
Please Submit The Following
Position Title: Fisheries Office Assistant
Salary: $25.21 - $29.32/hour
Reports to : Aquatic Resources Manager, Natural Resources Department
Posting closes: Until filled
About The Role
To assist the Aquatic Resources Manager in the coordination, administration and monitoring of 'Namgis aquatic activities, as well as assisting with resources planning activities to ensure sustainable marine and freshwater resource use and habitats within and adjacent to 'Namgis territory.
Key Responsibilities
- Under the direction of the Aquatic Resources Manager, assists in the operational administration of the 'Namgis Aquatic Resources Team including:
- Maintains required financial, statistical and field records
- Prepares for meetings, workshops, and presentations, as well as takes and maintains meeting minutes
- Provides logistical support for the 'Namgis aquatic staff
- Administers and monitors 'Namgis Food, Social and Ceremonial (FSC) permits
- Participate in 'Namgis Food Security related activities
- Liaisons with Fisheries and Oceans and Province of BC technical staff and other agency staff as appropriate
- Assists in the administration of activities related to the restoration of 'Namgis aquatic habitats including proposal writing, grant reporting, and financial tracking
- Assists in the implementation of aquatic related research activities
- Assists in 'Namgis public education and community outreach activities related to aquatic resources and other land and resource activities
- Scheduling of field activities and tracking staff hours
- Preparing and maintaining scientific field equipment, digital and/or paper data sheets, and PPE for field work
- May have limited participation in field work related to research and other aquatic projects
- Work early mornings, evening and weekends as assigned
- Other duties and projects assigned
- Strong computer skills and familiar with Microsoft Office products
- Comfortable learning and using digital applications needed for managing aquatic resources activities
- Strong written and verbal presentation skills
- Highly organized
- Ability to engage with 'Namgis members, the general public, and government officials in a courteous manner
- Previous experience in aquatic management or a related field is an asset
- Knowledge of Kwakwaka'wakw culture and 'Namgis protocols is a strong asset
- Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent (post-secondary training preferred)
- Certificate or diploma in administration, data management or related field
- Valid class 5 drivers license
- Predominantly an office position but can include some field activity duties
- Field activities can be physically demanding job that includes strenuous labour
- Field tasks include travel by ferry, truck and boat to work site
- Irregular work hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and on-call responsibilities
Please Submit The Following
- your resume;
- a brief cover letter describing your interest; and
- any applicable licenses and certifications.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Supports the Aquatic Resources Manager with the administration, coordination, and monitoring of aquatic activities, including records, meetings, permits, logistics, scheduling, and staff hours. Assists with habitat restoration, grant reporting, research, community outreach, and preparation for field activities.
Requirements
Requires a Grade 12 diploma or equivalent, a valid Class 5 driver's license, strong computer and organizational skills, and effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication. Post-secondary training is preferred; experience in aquatic management and knowledge of Kwakwaka'wakw culture and 'Namgis protocols are assets.
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Digital Applications
- Financial Recordkeeping
- Statistical Recordkeeping
- Field Recordkeeping
- Meeting Coordination
- Minute Taking
- Logistical Support
- Permit Administration
- Grant Reporting
- Financial Tracking
- Research Support
- Scheduling
- Data Management
- Written Communication
- Verbal Presentation
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Categories
- Administrative
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Science & Research
- Government & Public Sector
Keywords
- Aquatic Resources
- Fisheries
- Marine Resources
- Freshwater Resources
- Habitat Restoration
- Sustainable Resource Use
- Microsoft Office
- Digital Applications
- Financial Records
- Statistical Records
- Field Records
- Meeting Minutes
- Food, Social and Ceremonial Permits
- Food Security
- Fisheries and Oceans
- Government Liaison
- Proposal Writing
- Grant Reporting
- Financial Tracking
- Aquatic Research
- Community Outreach
- Field Scheduling
- Staff Hours Tracking
- Scientific Field Equipment
- Data Sheets
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Kwakwaka'wakw Culture
- 'Namgis Protocols
- Class 5 Driver's License