The Council of the Haida Nation (CHN) was formed in 1974 by visionaries with a plan to organize Haida people into one political entity. From these beginnings, and over the past 30 years, the CHN has been addressing the land question and has become a National government enacting legislation and policy affecting many aspects of life on Haida Gwaii.
The CHN works to protect the Haida culture, ensuring that the Haida way of living continues. The Council has negotiated and signed agreements with other Coastal First Nations, Non-Governmental Organizations and local communities, and continues to work on agreements with both the federal and provincial governments.
There is no place on Earth like Haida Gwaii. Experience a world of intrigue, a world of adventure and a world of undeniable beauty...
Haida Gwaii consists of a series of over 200 isolated islands, large and small, totaling approximately 1,000,000 hectares, located 100 km west of the northern coast of British Columbia. Haida people make up half of the 5000 people living on the islands.
The area is home to ancient temperate rainforests, quaint villages, secluded inlets, and beaches that stretch as far as the eye can see - a place so remote that roads cannot bring you here, yet offering the warmest of welcomes once you arrive.
There is no shortage of activities for outdoor enthusiasts. Boundless opportunities for kayaking, hiking, fishing, golfing, surfing, and wildlife watching await you in Haida Gwaii, and all nature lovers will be amazed with just one visit to the world-class Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve.
The closest city to Haida Gwaii is Prince Rupert with a population of 13,392, and the ferry from Prince Rupert to Skidegate takes just 8 short hours. The islands are situated 720km north from Vancouver (population of 2,116,581).
Don’t miss this chance to enjoy the majestic outdoors in the natural playground of Haida Gwaii!
About the Opportunity
Currently, The Council of the Haida Nation is seeking a Marine Biologist with diving experience to join their team in Masset, Haida Gwaii in British Columbia.
This is the perfect opportunity to take on a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and get paid for doing what you love!
In this exciting, full-time role, your main responsibility will be to plan, coordinate and implement various shellfish and dive projects in the area. You will perform population data collection, and use the data to calculate harvestable amounts.
Working in a safety-conscious manner at all times, you will:
- Plan, coordinate, and complete dive surveys in order to record marine life data (in collaboration with Fisheries Canada);
- Supervise and train crews;
- Analyze fishery and stock assessment data;
- Review and prepare technical reports;
- Identify, research, develop and implement project priorities with the Fisheries Program Manager and the Haida Fisheries Committee;
- Assist with program development and financial monitoring;
- Oversee the development and reporting of project budgets;
- Provide technical support and take an advisory role with program staff, Haida Fisheries Committee, and the Council of Haida Nation; and
- Participate, when required, in meetings with external agencies and governments including CHN/DFO joint technical committees dealing with shellfish and herring.
To qualify for this role, you will have a Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology or fisheries-related Biology. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience working on stock assessment projects, although outstanding candidates with less expertise will also be considered.
In addition to these qualifications, you must be a WorkSafe Certified Unrestricted Scuba Diver to apply. You must also possess a valid driver’s license and proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and statistical software programs such as SPSS and SigmaPlot are also necessary for the role.
It will be an asset if you have experience managing and supervising a variety of fishery-related projects related to razor clams, urchins, abalone, geoducks, and herring. We are seeking an organized professional with dive supervisor experience and particular knowledge of scheduling, gear/equipment maintenance, logistics, and ensuring team safety.
You will be successful in the role if you have demonstrated experience developing and adhering to project timelines and budgets, and we want to speak with candidates who are well versed in aspects pertaining to experimental design, data management, and analysis.
Importantly, you will have proven leadership and interpersonal skills, since you will be supervising field crews, personnel, fellow divers, and mentoring students - all while encouraging them to reach their full potential.
The successful candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and must be accustomed to working within a team, individually, or with various stakeholders from external agencies. You are able to write for a variety of audiences, as you will be producing technical reports and scientific papers for various stakeholders.
Due to the nature of the position, you will be diving 18-20 days per year, over a 6 week period during dive season (March – October). With this in mind, you will be compensated $100 (negotiable) per “dive day”.
As a flexible individual, you understand that flexible hours and travel times are also required in the best interest of the projects.
If you have a true passion for the industry and are the type of person who enjoys staying up-to-date with industry, then don’t miss this opportunity to experience the unparalleled beauty of the Haida Gwaii region!
About the Benefits
In exchange for all your hard work and dedication on the job, you will receive a competitive salary between $50,000 - $65,000 depending on skills and experience. In addition, you will receive compensation of $100 (negotiable) for each dive day you undertake.
You can also look forward to the following group of benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability
Registered Pension Plan at 5% matching
Diving equipment provided
Relocation assistance for the right candidate!
Subsidies for training, professional development, or to gain certifications
Fully covered travel to and from work-related events (conferences, meetings, etc.)
Up to 5 weeks of vacation consisting of 3-weeks standard vacation, PLUS bonus holiday time off (5 - 10 days) each year!
The team at CHN is a friendly, welcoming group who will support and encourage you every step of the way. You can expect to become part of a casual, inclusive, understanding work environment.
If you have the skills and qualifications and want to dive into a new career in the natural playground that is Haida Gwaii, take this opportunity to apply now!
Contact Information:
Please apply online only at www.applyfirst.ca/job45693