Vegetation Specialist

Salary :

$30 - 45 hourly

Company : Natural Resource Solutions

Job Type : Full Time

Waterloo, On

Number of Applicants

000+

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Job Description - Vegetation Specialist

Natural Resource Solutions Inc. (NRSI) is proud to provide high quality and cost-effective natural environment consulting solutions to our clients across Canada. We are a highly respected niche biological consulting firm with offices in Waterloo, Ontario and Calgary, Alberta. Our team of skilled ecologists provide expertise in the identification and management of significant and sensitive natural species and their habitats.

Why Us?
At NRSI we value our people and strive to provide a healthy work-life balance and a safe work environment. We offer a competitive hourly wage, the opportunity to work with other highly experienced staff, and career growth opportunities by promoting from within our organization.

Your Contribution to NRSI
NRSI is looking for an experienced vegetation specialist with primary expertise with in-field plant identification, botanical inventories, wetland and other natural feature delineations, and Ecological Land Classification (ELC) surveys to join our growing team.

Field work is expected to primarily be conducted in southern Ontario, but may also be located in northern Ontario or rarely, out of province. The successful applicant will be based out of our Waterloo office and expected to regularly contribute to both field- and office-based tasks. This position can accommodate hybrid work, with a requirement for in-office attendance at least one day per week when not in the field.

The primary duties and responsibilities for this role include:

Leading vegetation inventories and participating in other ecological surveys, as required.
Completing background reviews of natural heritage features.
Managing and analyzing data along with preparing and reviewing reports.
Coordinating terrestrial and wetland field surveys and providing other project management support.
Preparing proposals and managing and tracking project budgets.
Communicating with clients and agencies.

Your Education:

A diploma or degree in Biology or Environmental Sciences. Similar educational experience will also be considered.

Key Job Requirements:

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in coordinating and conducting vascular plant inventories.
Technically skilled and proficient in the identification of challenging families of vascular plants, such as Cyperaceae, Juncaceae, and Poaceae.
Minimum of 3 years of experience with vegetation community mapping and the application of Ecological Land Classification in Ontario.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in managing field components of projects including coordinating surveys and tracking project budgets.
Willing and able to travel for multi-day field surveys, sometimes in remote locations, under inclement weather, in a variety of environmental conditions, and occasionally for long hours.
Proven ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail, including the upkeep of well-organized and thorough field notes.
Physically fit, as some field work for this position will be physically demanding.
Ability to work independently on a regular basis as well as collaboratively in a team.
Proven proficiency in report writing, data entry and analysis.

Assets:

Certification in OWES and experience applying it in the field.
Certification in Ecological Land Classification for southern or northern Ontario.
Experience in project management.
Experience with non-vascular plant identification.
Experience completing surveys for wildlife (e.g., insects, herpetofauna, birds, or mammals).

Application Closing Date: April 3, 2026. Interviews will begin as suitable applicants are found.
Application Requirements: A cover letter addressed to Patrick Deacon and Tara Brenton is required with all applications.
Anticipated Start: May, 2026 or an agreed upon start date based on suitable applicant.
Location: Waterloo, Ontario
Salary: $30.00-$45.00 per hour commensurate on experience.
Estimated number of hours per week, including authorized travel: 40 hours.

AI Disclosure: NRSI does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select candidates for this role.

NRSI is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

NRSI is also committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in our recruitment process, employment, services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact our HR Department at 519-807-0592.

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