Student, Invasive Species
Contract @Town of Caledon posted 2 weeks ago in Government Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 45155
Job Description
Job Title: Student, Invasive Species
Closing Date: February 14, 2025
Town of Caledon is a dynamic municipality that successfully balances urban, rural, and agricultural communities. Â Our energetic staff are guided by our core values that create an environment for continuous improvement and customer service excellence. Come see how you can make a difference!
Why Work a Summer with the Town?
- Apply learned knowledge and skills in a real-world setting
- Gain valuable field experience in your area of study
- Learn about municipal government structure and processes
- Earn competitive wages, and work full-time hours
The Opportunity
Reporting directly to the Coordinator, Invasive Species, this role is responsible for supporting the Town’s Invasive Species, Forestry, and Horticulture programs. You will work outdoors, assisting in monitoring and managing invasive species across the Town’s parks, woodlots, and streetscapes. As the Student, Invasive Species, you will perform the following duties, including but not limited to:
- Assist with invasive species monitoring and management activities, including control of plants such as Phragmites and knotweeds
- Support community stewardship events and early detection monitoring of forest pests
- Help develop educational materials on invasive species for internal and external communications
- Assist in urban tree inventory and related horticultural tasks
- Ensure safe and efficient work practices while maintaining a focus on environmental stewardship
The Ideal Candidate
We are seeking a motivated student working towards a degree or diploma in Environmental Science, Biology, or a related field, and who is returning to school in Fall 2025.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated interest in environmental conservation, with experience in invasive species control or urban forestry an asset. We are seeking an individual with superior communication skills, a demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team, and excellent customer service skills.
The successful candidate for Student, Invasive Species will be required to work a flexible schedule, including in the office, outdoors, and after hours (as required).
This position offers an hourly rate of $20.33.
Satisfactory proof of schooling or return to school, may be requested.
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The Town is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The Town is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to an inclusive and barrier-free workplace.  If your application requires accommodation, please contact People Services at (905) 584-2272 Ext. 4738.
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Applications for this posting will be accepted until February 14, 2025 12:00PM EST.
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How To Apply
To learn more about employment with the Town of Caledon and to apply for this exciting and challenging opportunity, visit: www.caledon.ca/careers
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