Job Title: Intermediate Biologist / Environmental Scientist (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!

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.

This posting is for an Intermediate Biologist / Environmental Scientist with a focus on aquatics who will be an integral part of the growing AJM team. The successful candidate(s) will be responsible for leading aquatic field programs which will range from watercourse crossing assessments, fish and fish habitat assessments/salvages, offset planning, fish health programs, benthic invertebrate sampling, to water quality sampling/analysis. Supporting other bio-physical disciplines may also be a reality of this 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 field programs;

Conduct fieldwork in a safe, technically defensible, and efficient manner;

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 field data to develop 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 when necessary;

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, or a relevant technical diploma / post-graduate degree with work experience;

Registered as a Professional Biologist in Alberta and/or BC is preferred;

Three to five years of relevant professional experience, consulting experience preferred, including watercourse crossing inspections/assessments, fish and fish habitat assessments in support of linear developments, fish population monitoring, fish passage evaluation, benthic invertebrate sampling, aquatic life-form salvages, fish habitat offset plan development and monitoring, and / or aquatic ecosystem monitoring;

Existing applicable technical and safety training certifications (e.g., Electrofishing Crew Leader, Swiftwater Rescue Training, Ice Rescue Training) will be considered an asset;

Solid field identification and assessment skills, including a proficiency at identifying small bodied and large bodied fish species across western Canada, and a desire to continue to learn;

Applied working knowledge of relevant provincial and federal legislation and policies;

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 field staff;

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

A desire 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/