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Posting Closing Date:February 22, 2026 Vacancy:Existing Hourly Rate: $26.23 per hour Hiring for: 1 Full Time Hourly Position (35 hours/week) Anticipated Start and End Dates: May 4, 2026 To August 28, 2026 Who are we? Credit Valley Conservation is one of Ontario''s 36 conservation authorities dedicated to protecting, restoring and enhancing our local natural environment. We care for the Credit River, its streams and tributaries from the headwaters in Orangeville to the shores of Lake Ontario in Mississauga. We are scientists, engineers, researchers, educators, environmentalists, stewards, planners, foresters, recreation experts and much more. We create connections between people and nature, knowledge and action. We inspire appreciation for the role of nature in keeping people connected, healthy and happy. We''re leaders and explorers. We are professional and we''re inspired. We know our stuff, and we work every day to make a difference. Who are you? You want to be part of an organization with an environmental goal. You get up every day and go to work with purpose. You accept that you may not change the world, but you''ll try to make an impact in your corner. You like to partner with skilled people across many professions. It''s as natural for you think about the outdoors as it is to think out of the box. You''re passionate, responsible and approachable. You do what''s right, not just what''s easy. You care, and it shows. Why work for us? We offer competitive public sector pay. We have a good employee benefits program. We''re members of the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) pension fund. We have flexible work hours for many positions. We find time to have fun and celebrate successes. You''ll have free access to our parks and discounts on recreational equipment rentals. You''ll know your co-workers by name and will make fast friends. You''ll like being at work. ABOUT THE ROLE Lead a field crew in providing technical field assistance to the fisheries component of the Integrated Watershed Monitoring Program (IWMP). QUALIFICATIONS Must be currently enrolled in or have completed a college/university diploma or degree program specializing in fisheries biology, ecology, environmental science or a related environmental field. Must have a valid Class ''G'' Driver''s License. The successful applicant will be required to provide a MTO Driver''s Abstract. Field supervision experience. Must be willing to work under adverse environmental conditions. Class 2 electrofishing certification required; Class 1 certification and Pleasure Craft Operator''s Card are assets. Experience in river and stream sampling including electrofishing and fish identification, water quality, and benthic invertebrate sampling. Standard first aid and CPR required. SUMMARY OF MAJOR TASKS Perform the following tasks under limited direction. Lead a field crew to collect fish community data. Sample, identify and record fish species and biomass data throughout the Credit River watershed using a backpack electrofisher, generator unit electrofisher, and seine or hoop nets. Data entry and QC. Prepare Fisheries Collection Records as required by the Ministry of Natural Resources. Provide assistance to the other components of the monitoring program (benthic macroinvertebrates, hydrogeology, geomorphology, water quality), or other CVC projects as required. To apply for this opportunity, click on the ''Apply'' button and submit a resume and cover letter in one Word or PDF file, and upload using only the ''Resume'' option. To view other job opportunities, visit our Jobs page at: Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005), CVC will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If you require disability related accommodations, please inform the Human Resources (HR) staff. All personal information is collected under the authority of the municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. ADP''s recruiting platform includes optional AI-driven tools, such as Candidate Relevancy and Profile Relevance. While CVC has access to these features through ADP, CVC does not use or rely on any AI-based screening, scoring, or decision-support tools in its hiring process. All applications are reviewed manually, and all hiring decisions are made by the hiring team. This position is deemed critical for business continuity. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.