Job Title: Intermediate or Senior Biologist (Aquatics)

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!

About AJM Environmental:

AJM Environmental specializes in aquatics, wildlife, wetland, 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.

Position Overview:

This posting is for an Intermediate or Senior Biologist with a focus on aquatics who will be an integral part of the growing AJM team. The successful candidate(s) will be responsible for managing and/or implementing aquatic field programs of varied purpose, scope, and scale. Supporting other bio-physical disciplines may also be a reality of this role, depending on the successful candidate and role. 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:

• Lead the design, planning and/or implementation of aquatics discipline field programs;
• Conduct fieldwork in a safe, technically defensible, and efficient manner;
• Manage or lead field crews and take ownership of crew safety including leading by example and mentoring junior staff on safety;
• Provide mentorship to junior staff while in field and office, passing on lessons learned and supporting in the development of their technical and non-technical skills;
• Analyze or supervise field data synthesis and develop responsible management and mitigation recommendations;
• Write clearly and succinctly to convey environmental considerations and results to clients;
• Develop regulatory applications and liaise between regulators and clients as requested;
• Lead and/or support 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:

• University degree(s) in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline (candidates with a relevant technical diploma and considerable relevant work experience may be considered);
• Registered as a Professional Biologist in Alberta and/or BC;
• Three to five years (Intermediate) or at least five years (Senior) of relevant professional experience working in the Canadian Regulatory environment (consulting experience preferred);
• Working knowledge of relevant provincial and federal legislation and policies;
• Meets criterium to provide Qualified Aquatic Environmental Specialist (QAES) (Alberta), Qualified Environmental Professional (BC) and/or Qualified Person (Saskatchewan) advice in support of responsible development activities;
• Applied experience conducting watercourse crossing inspections/assessments, fish and fish habitat assessments, population monitoring, fish passage evaluation, benthic invertebrate sampling, aquatic life-form salvages, species at risk assessments, habitat offset plan development and monitoring, and / or aquatic ecosystem monitoring;
• Demonstrated project management experience is considered an asset, especially for candidates applying for a Senior Biologist role;
• Existing applicable technical and safety training certifications (e.g., Electrofishing Crew Leader, Swiftwater Rescue Training, Ice Rescue Training) will be considered an asset;
• A strong track record in health and safety;
• A valid class 5 drivers license, clean driving record and a minimum of 3 years auto insurance history;
• A willingness to go the extra mile and a commitment to developing your career at AJM;
• A self-starter who thrives in a demanding environment working both as part of a team and independently;
• Ability to think outside the box in the absence of defined detail or precedence;
• Great communication skills and strong technical writing competencies;
• Experience providing guidance, mentorship and support to junior staff;
• Ability to learn and apply new technology (and have fun while doing so!);
• A willingness to get hands dirty in the field and an ability to work remotely for extended periods;
• Personality that prioritizes finding solutions, takes initiative to apply troubleshooting skills, and an ability to fix equipment when working remotely;
• Attention to detail and commitment to proper equipment care and maintenance;
• Ability to prioritize competing initiatives, anticipate potential problems and deal with ambiguity;
• Excellent organizational skills and a strong sense of accountability;
• Passion for an active lifestyle and working outdoors, particularly on or near water, in all seasons;
• Willingness to support other bio-physical discipline tasks as needed; 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.

If this sounds like you, we would love to chat! 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/