Job Title: Intermediate Biologist / Environmental Scientist (Wildlife)

Employment: Full-Time / Permanent

Location: Calgary, Alberta

If you love what you do, thrive in an awesome company culture and are dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences, this role is for you!

AJM Environmental specializes in wildlife, wetland, aquatic, vegetation and geospatial & data services including pre-development assessments, regulatory applications and environmental monitoring. We build fit-for-purpose solutions that enable responsible development by simplifying environmental and regulatory challenges to promote economic activity and environmental stewardship. We are committed to providing unparalleled value for our clients.

AJM offers a fast-paced working environment with a high degree of flexibility and autonomy. We are proud of our strong culture that is consistently seen by AJMers as a benefit to working with us! We are an equal opportunity employer and value the unique perspectives that contribute to innovation, creativity, and effective problem-solving. AJM is based in Calgary although candidates from both Calgary and surrounding areas are encouraged to apply.

This posting is for an Intermediate Biologist / Environmental Scientist with a focus on wildlife who will be an integral part of the growing AJM team. The following characteristics appeal to the ideal candidate:

Fast-paced and dynamic environment;

A growing company where efforts are recognized;

Ability to influence and learn about a variety of aspects of the environmental industry; and

Great team and culture!

Roles and responsibilities include:

Design, plan, and implement field programs, including wildlife assessments conducted in a safe, efficient, and technically sound manner;

Lead wildlife management efforts, including mitigating risks and interfacing with regulatory agencies;

Lead field crews ensuring safety and mentorship of junior staff, and manage clients environmental contractors/consultants as required;

Provide regulatory leadership for incidents, including tracking, reporting, and liaising with regulators;

Prepare regulatory applications, secure permits and licenses, and oversee environmental compliance programs;

Conduct and coordinate inspections, investigations, and site visits to ensure regulatory compliance and address potential non-compliance issues;

Develop, update, and facilitate environmental training programs for internal teams and operational staff;

Manage and analyze field data, including collection and QA/QC processes, and submit required reports to meet regulatory requirements;

Collaborate with internal teams and clients to address environmental risks and continuously improve regulatory and environmental performance;

Track and manage environmental and regulatory performance measures;

Communicate clearly and succinctly (written and oral) to convey environmental considerations and results to clients;

Collaborate with teammates, clients teams, operational staff, and other stakeholders;

Support, and in some cases lead, business development efforts through formal (e.g., proposal writing) and informal (e.g., networking events) avenues;

Maintain technical skills through formal and on-the-job opportunities; and

Work independently, often outside of office hours, to meet challenging deadlines and client requests.

Specific skills and requirements we are looking for include:

Minimum of B.Sc. in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline;

Registered, or working towards registering as a Professional Biologist in Alberta and/or BC is preferred;

Three to five years of relevant industry environmental experience, consulting experience preferred;

Solid bird identification and wildlife assessment skills, and a desire to continue to learn;

A self-starter who thrives in a demanding environment working both as part of a team and independently, and a willingness to go the extra mile;

Great communication skills and strong technical writing skills;

Strong experience and knowledge of oil sands and industrial operations will be considered an asset;

Experience providing guidance to management and/or operations personnel;

Existing applicable technical and safety training certifications will be considered an asset;

Ability to learn new technology (and have fun while doing so!);

Working knowledge of relevant provincial and federal legislation and policies;

Ability to work remotely for extended periods;

A desire to get hands dirty in the field;

Ability to prioritize competing initiatives, anticipate potential problems and deal with ambiguity;

A strong track record in health and safety;

A valid class 5 drivers license, a clean driving record and minimum 3 years auto insurance history;

Excellent organizational skills and a strong sense of accountability; and

An entrepreneurial spirit.

Safety Requirement:

This role is considered safety-sensitive and will require the submission or a drivers abstract and a claims experience letter for proof of driving history, as well as the successful completion of drug screenings at various times during employment.

Does This Sound Like You? Lets Connect!

If this posting gets you excited and aligns with your interests and skills, wed love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter to and let us know why you are a great fit.

This position will remain open until ideal candidates are found. We appreciate all applications received, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Thanks for your interest!

To learn more about AJM Environmental, please visit: https://ajmenv.com/