Manager, Stewardship & Restoration Services
Who are we?
The Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA) is one of Ontario’s 36 conservation authorities dedicated to innovative watershed management supporting a healthy environment, communities, and lifestyles. Our jurisdiction includes 18 municipalities in the County of Simcoe, County of Dufferin, Grey County, and the western part of the City of Barrie and spans approximately 3700 sq. km. Our watershed includes significant landform features, such as the Minesing Wetlands, the Niagara Escarpment, and the Oak Ridges Moraine.
Who are you?
You are eager to join an organization dedicated to environmental goals, bringing purpose to your daily work. While you understand you might not change the world entirely, you’re committed to making a meaningful impact in your field. You enjoy collaborating with experts from various fields, and you approach challenges with both a love for nature and a creative mindset. Passionate, responsible, and approachable, you prioritize doing what’s right over what’s easy. Your genuine care is evident in everything you do.
Why work for us?
We offer competitive public sector pay. We’re members of the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) pension fund. We have flexible work hours and a hybrid working environment for many positions. You will have free access to our parks. You will know your co-workers by name and like being at work.
This position is a permanent full-time position. The annual salary range is $96,460.00 to $120,575.00 (Grade 8 – 2024 salary grid) based on a 35-hour work week.
Summary of Functions
Responsible for the administration of the NVCA’s stewardship and restoration services including healthy waters program.
Responsible for the development of funding applications to support leading edge, innovative restoration projects across the watershed and to balance the program budget.
Eligibility Requirements
Ideally, the incumbent has a Honours Degree in Biology, Environmental Science or related field and a minimum of seven (7) years of directly related experience combined with progressive management experience. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and computer skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team. You must have a valid Ontario driver’s license.
Application Instructions
We invite you to review a detailed job description on our website at nvca.on.ca. Please e- mail your cover letter and resume, as one document (preferably Adobe PDF), to careers@nvca.on.ca. Your application must be received by 12:00 p.m. on December 11, 2024.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or any other dimension of identity. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for growth and advancement and are committed to ensuring that our hiring practices reflect our values of fairness and inclusivity.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. We will accommodate the needs of applicants in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise us to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.
