Type of position: full-time (40 hours per week), permanent employee
Salary: $21.50-$22.50 per hour, commensurate with experience
Location: Office in downtown Moncton with local fieldwork. Work location and schedule are flexible when work responsibilities allow
Benefits: Group health insurance plan paid by employer (after probationary period of 6 months); 2 weeks paid vacation per year in addition to paid time off during the December holiday period; a generous sick and emergency leave policy; mobile device allowance; professional development opportunities
About us: The Petitcodiac Watershed Alliance (PWA) is a registered environmental charity that restores and protects the ecological services of the water systems that flow into the Shepody Bay through science-based research, action, and public outreach. Having recently celebrated our 25th year of incorporation, we have a strong history of impact in the region and are looking forward with renewed energy toward our next chapters as an organization. For more information about the Petitcodiac Watershed Alliance, please visit our website.
About the position: We are seeking a motivated Project Leader to join our team and play a key role in coordinating and implementing projects related to habitat assessment, monitoring and restoration, environmental education, and public outreach.
Responsibilities: The Project Leader ensures timely completion of scientific, education, and community engagement projects that have been pre-approved by the Executive Director and for which funding is secured. The Project Leader is expected to work closely with the project team, Project Manager, Executive Director, and other PWA staff in a supportive and team-oriented setting. Specific duties include:
1. Field Work
- Field work in a variety of weather conditions (rain, heat, cold) and terrain (forest, wetland, streams) (e.g., physical ecosystem restoration work such as debris removal, outflow chute installation, tree planting, green infrastructure installation; water quality monitoring using a variety of scientific field and lab equipment; invasive species monitoring and remediation; fish habitat and watercourse connectivity assessments; native plant propagation and planting; etc.)
- Equipment maintenance
- Scientific data entry on field sheets and on the computer
2. Education and Outreach
- Participate in the creation and delivery of education and outreach materials and actions in accordance with communications plans and PWA branding document
- Seek out and host tables, events, and opportunities for presentations to promote opportunities to get involved with the PWA and increase public education on environmental topics relevant to our watercourses
3. Project Coordination
- Project planning, logistics, and implementation
- Responsibility for regular communication with the Project Manager or other designated staff to approve project expenses, update on project activities, and address any needs
- Project reporting to funders with whom the PWA holds contractual agreements, ensure deliverables are being met in a timely manner and in accordance with any agreements and the organizational policies
- Coordination with Project Assistants, project consultants, and contractors
- Assistance in Human Resource matters relating to interviewing, hiring, training, leading, and performance evaluations for Project Assistants/Interns
- Program delivery ensuring that appropriate scientific rigor is reflected in all activities
- Keep all documents and workplans up-to-date and organized
- Project tracking and report writing
4. Other
- Adherence to all PWA policies
- Mandatory participation in the PWA’s health and safety program (in conjunction with the NB Occupation Health and Safety Act) as directed by the Project Manager
- Other duties as required
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
- A post-secondary degree, diploma, or certificate in a relevant field such as environmental science, biology, or natural resource management, or equivalent work experience.
- Environmental monitoring certificates are an asset.
Experience Required:
- At least one year paid work with community-based/non-profit organizations and/or delivering scientific projects
- Experience with scientific monitoring and field work (observations, data collection, reports)
Skills/Abilities:
- Responsible, accountable, reliable, and efficient
- Organized and able to meet project objectives within deadlines and budgets
- Able to work both independently and as a collaborative team member
- Strong communication skills in English; fluency in French is considered an asset
- Comfort and familiarity with Microsoft Office 365 and Google Workspace
- Experience with GIS and AutoCad
- Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders, solve problems, and resolve inter-personal conflicts
- Data management/analysis abilities
- Eagerness to grow and learn
- Valid driver’s licence and willingness to drive locally on your own; having your own vehicle is an asset (mileage is reimbursed)
To apply: Applicants are encouraged to apply by October 5, 2025, by sending their resume and cover letter to opportunity@petitcodiacwatershed.org.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women, racialized, or marginalized individuals are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Petitcodiac Watershed Alliance we strive to build a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
